Lillian Marie (Kaylor) Strouse of Loudonville completed her journey into the arms of her Savior on Sunday, December 13, 2015 after a period of declining health and a long battle with diabetes She was born January 6, 1931 at home in Brinkhaven, Knox County and was the daughter of the late Curtis and Gladys (Young) Kaylor. She graduated from Danville High School in 1948 and married Duane R. Strouse later that year. Together they gave the gift of life to five children, Robin D. (deceased 1979), Douglas H., Niles W. (deceased 1972), Gayle M. (Bruce) Glenn, and Rita K. (Chuck) Henley all of Loudonville. Lillian was also blessed with 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and her daughter-in-law, Sandy Zimmer of Denver, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sons, and two brothers, Robert and Lyle Kaylor.
From 1965 through1975 Lillian and her family operated a horse farm and riding stables, Lil-Stro Stables near McKay. Lillian had the gift of hospitality, always welcoming the stranger into her home and never turning anyone away who just wanted to “hang out” on the farm, where life-long friends were made and lessons learned. Lillian retired from The Flxible Company in 1983 and embraced her “golden years” with vitality. She was a founding member of The Golden Center, meeting weekly at the Loudonville Public Library, and serving as a mentor working with children to help them academically. She enjoyed travelling to Florida each year making friends wherever she went.
Lillian was a member of Grace Fellowship (formerly Synagogue Church of God), and most recently attended River of Life Community Church of Loudonville. A love of reading, her faith, and Sunday worship were important parts of Lillian’s life and she was blessed to have a close walk with Jesus.
Funeral services will be on Friday, December 18, at 11 a.m. in LINDSEY FUNERAL HOME, Loudonville with Pastor Hetzel See, officiating. Burial will be in Loudonville Cemetery with a gathering of family and friends immediately following at the American Legion. Friends may call Thursday evening, December 17 from 4-7 p.m. in the funeral home or one hour before the funeral services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Golden Center in care of Catholic Charities of Ashland Ohio, the Loudonville Public Library, or Hospice of North Central Ohio. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.Byerly-Lindsey.com.
Lillian will be remembered for her laughter, frugal lifestyle and sense of curiosity!
