Service Details
As James was a faithful member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church in Sturtevant for over 50 years, his wishes were for relatives and friends to meet with family to remember James on Saturday, October 11, 2025 before the 4:30PM Mass at St. Sebastian. Private inurnment will be at West Lawn Memorial Park.
Sturtevant – With deep sadness, we announce the passing of our father, James E. Strasser, who passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025.
Son of John and Loretta Strasser of Stratford, WI, James was one of 16 brothers and sisters. He married his best girl, Carol (nee: Butalla) Strasser and they moved to Sturtevant, WI. Their favorite vacations were the trips up north to visit family and friends! When asked, he considered himself an “Outdoor Man.” He was most content managing a stellar garden, finding the best fishing hole and chopping up trees to get ready for winter! A devoted member of St. Sebastian Church, James volunteered weekly during mass, sharing his deep faith with friends and neighbors. He worked at J.I. Case and American Motors for a few years after moving to the area from Stratford. He ultimately found his workplace at Modern Building Materials in Kenosha. He retired after 35 years of loyalty and hard work! James was fondly nicknamed “Jimmy Polka” from his friends and favorite dance partner when attending Polka Sundays.
Surviving are his children, Dennis (Kathleen) Strasser, Steven Strasser, Peggy (Robert) Johnson and Allan (Naomi) Strasser; grandchildren, Christine (Rick) Civinelli, Katie Schreiner (Brad Sween), Matthew Strasser (his mother, Tracey Williams) and Chailyn Strasser; great grandchildren, Jack Civinelli, Presley Stenstrom, Evelyn and Amber Sween; brothers and sisters; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. James was preceded in death by his wife and love of his life, Carol; parents, John and Loretta; and grandson, Robert Johnson, Jr.
We are thankful for all the Specialists, Doctors, Nurses and Hospice staff at the Advocate Aurora Health Facilities that helped Dad throughout his journey. A huge thank you to all friends and family that helped us keep him home for as long as possible – that truly was the greatest gift! We will forever be grateful!
The Civinelli Family says
Rest is peace Grandpa Jim. We love you.
Jill Schlenz says
Thinking of you all at this time. So many memories of our families together ❤️
Godspeed Jim, give Carol a hug from me.
Dominic Cypcar says
Dennis,Steve and Peggy sorry to here about your Dad. I have many found memories of him going all the way back to when he was our scout leader! Growing up with your whole family was a great time in my life. May God welcome him with open arms.
Tom cook says
So sorry steve, tom Cook colt league, coach
Carrie Amos says
Jim, a great neighbor. He would show up on the porch with an arm full of veggies from his garden, knock and walk in the house like he owned the place. We bought countless jars of beets from him over the years as his canned beets were the best. He kept his yard in perfect order, with his grass cut and trees trimmed. He had an open door policy and was ready to share a cup of coffee with anyone at anytime. I will not miss the soot that landed on all our windowsills from the wood burning stove that Jim heated his house with but I will miss the comforting noise of the wood splitter as he prepped each season for winter. Personally, the sound created a strong feeling of respect toward Jim-his hard work, his commitment to the way life used to be and the fact that he paid a lot less for heat than we do in the winter. He was set in his ways and wasnt shy about sharing his opinion. He was an open book about his life, along with issues that came about with aging. His chatty nature and seasonal
routines created comfort between neighbors, Jim will be missed.
Tom & Diane Davis says
To Jim’s Family: Your dad was so ready to go to his eternal reward. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!