John E. Strauss, age 71, U.S. Army Veteran, late of Matteson formerly of Chicago Heights. Beloved husband of the late Thomasine S. "Tina" (nee Kutka). Devoted father of Christopher (Lisa) and the late Jeffery Strauss. Proud grandfather of Lindsay and Emily Strauss. Loving brother of Carole (late Richard) Bjurstrom and Vernon (Pam) Strauss. Dear brother-in-law of Gregory (Wendy) Kutka, the late Norbert (Donna Kutka-Janusz) Kutka and Stan Janusz. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Private Inurnment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Service)Orland Park.