Stephen Andrew Strid

Stephen Andrew Strid November 6, 1951 - January 15, 2025 Steve Strid, beloved Husband, Father and Friend passed away at home on Wednesday, January 15th, surrounded by his family. Steve was born and raised in Kingsburg, and graduated from Kingsburg High School, Class of '69. He attended both Fresno City College and Fresno State College, where he excelled on the badminton team. He met his wife-to-be Angelina in early 1973 while playing badminton at the Fresno City College gym, and they married on June 15th, 1974. Steve made many dear friends through his sport and always kept them in his heart. Steve and Angie eventually moved back to Kingsburg, where they raised their family. Steve worked at the Kingsburg Del Monte plant for 44 years before retiring. Along with his wife Angie, Steve is survived by daughter Amber Erin and her husband Vince Warner; daughter Kristen Leah and her husband Matt Bartlett; son Nathan Andrew; and grandchildren Colbie, Caleb and Sabrina. He was preceded in death by his parents Kenneth and Minnie Sue Strid. Steve is well remembered by the many people whose lives he touched as a great friend, mentor and co-worker, often being recalled as "the smartest guy I ever knew." He also positively influenced many young lives as a long-time Kingsburg softball coach. Steve loved to spend time with his wife and family. He enjoyed taking Angie for motorcycle rides, supporting Kristen's gymnastics, competing with Amber at Jeopardy, and watching sports with Nathan. He and Angie hosted countless holiday, birthday and casual dinners and get-togethers with family and friends; their door was always open. He loved working with his hands, golfing with his buddies, going to the horse races, and catching every 49ers, Warriors, SF Giants and Fresno State Bulldogs game he could. He enjoyed being outdoors with Angie walking their beloved dogs, playing (and usually winning) board games with family, and spending time doting on his grandchildren. He was a good man who will be deeply missed. There will be a graveside service at Kingsburg Cemetery at 1:00pm on Friday February 7th, followed by a Celebration Of Life at the Kingsburg Historical Park from 1:30pm to 5:00pm. Donations in Steve's memory can be made to: National Prion Disease Pathology Surveillance Center 2085 Adelbert Rd rm 419, Cleveland, OH 44106 (216) 368-0587 Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Creighton Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.