Robert L. Strunk, 76

Robert L. Strunk, 76, of Boyertown, passed away Saturday February 7, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest with his family at his side. He was the son of the late Leroy and Gwendolyn Strunk.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 52 years, Patricia (Breslin) Strunk; his daughter Emily Labowski wife of Stephen; brother-in-law Michael Breslin husband of Kathy; several nieces and nephews and several cousins.

Bob grew up in Boyertown and graduated from Boyertown High School in 1967. During his childhood, he played baseball. His passion for the sport continued throughout high school and as a member of Boyertown Legion Baseball.

He served in the Army from 1969-1971. After his tour of duty, Bob continued to participate in softball and senior baseball leagues. He was enthusiastic about the sport and was a dedicated Phillies fan. He was also an Eagles fan.

Bob’s greatest passion was his hot rods. Throughout his adult life, he enjoyed working on cars and attending car shows. His garage housed his favorite vehicles, including a 1937 Chevy Coupe, 1955 Chevy Bel Air, and a 1939 Oldsmobile. Bob loved driving and showcasing his cars. He often attended car shows once or twice a week.

Bob worked at Boyertown Casket Company until it closed. He then worked as a body technician at Sugg Chevrolet. For over 20 years, he was employed at Suburban Water Technologies, retiring in December 2024.

Funeral services will be held Thursday February 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Visitation will be held Thursday from 9:30-10:45 AM at the church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert’s memory to the ALS United Midatlantic organization at Alsmidatlantic.org

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My condolences to Bob’s family. We were friends throughout high school. We connected this past summer at the “Lil Leroys “ picnic and it was a joy to reminisce with him. RIP. PALS

~ Edward J Zilinski New Castle, PA, PA
2/11/2026 6:46:33 AM

Pat, our thoughts and prayers with sympathy to you and your family, many great memories from high school, the Lil ' Leroy days , and him driving in our wedding. We will all miss his pleasant personality and talking to him at car shows. Thinking of you, Brenda and Rod Norman

~ Brenda Norman Gilbertsville, PA
2/10/2026 6:21:23 PM

I have known Bob from the time I hired him at Sugg Chevrolet . He was a excellent Body and Paint Technician ! We started to travel to Street Rod shows to Ohio , Vermont , and Kentucky , we had great times with Bob and Pat and daughter Emily , June and I will miss Bob and Pat and one day all meet on the other side ! All our love to Pat and Emily and family

~ Henry H. Heimbach Boyertown, PA
2/10/2026 3:19:16 PM

Meet Bob years ago . He did some painting work on one of our race cars.
His cars were always top notch . Will miss talking to him at shows.
He will be missed .

~ Chuck Moyer
2/10/2026 7:48:56 AM

I knew Bob since I was a young kid,his Aunt and Uncle ( Tama and Ray Hefner) lived a house up from me growing up and I remember he would stop at there house once in a while with either his 37 Chevy are the 55 and this goes back in the mid 70's. Recently was over at Bobs house to probably like November to pickup an engine my buddy had gotten from him and I again would mention about being a kid and remembering those car's which he had for sometime! Bobs was always a pleasure to talk with and I even worked with him at Sugg Chevrolet in the 80's Gonna miss seeing you at the car shows...God Bless you and your family Buddy

~ Mickey Moyer
2/9/2026 11:42:56 PM

I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's passing, he was a super nice guy and a good friend for many years. I always enjoying talking with him. He will be missed for sure.

~ Ted Slaybaugh
2/9/2026 11:23:11 PM

Bob was a long time customer of mine at Hollenbach Home Center. He was an awesome guy. Godspeed.

~ Rob Minsenberger
2/9/2026 9:00:17 PM

I met Bob 3 years ago while working at Suburban Water and from the first day we hit it off with our love for classic cars and our military service. Bob was such an amazing guy and tech and I was lucky to work a few jobs with him. Fair winds and following seas brother, we have the watch.

~ Mike Hoch
2/9/2026 7:18:09 PM

Pat, I am so sorry to learn of Bob's passing. You all have been in my thoughts & prayers these past months. Me & my kids always enjoyed going to the car shows with Dave & my Mom (Dave & Pat Poley) and I always appreciated how welcoming you both were to all of us when we were visiting Mom & Dave in PA. My kids are in their late 30's now, but, they remember the UDDER GANG & all the fun car shows & Sunday morning breakfasts. I was always so impressed with all you guys did for the Community and it had a big influence on me getting involved & volunteering in my community in Virginia. I loved talking Philly sports with Bob & will fondly remember the night Mom & I stayed at your house & drank wine & watched football with you guys, SUCH A FUN NIGHT!! I will be keeping you, Emily & the rest of the family in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate the future. XOXO Sandy

~ Sandy Miller Suffolk, VA
2/9/2026 5:28:32 PM

Bob was our neighbor for 29 years & he will be missed.
I will always remember him when I mow my lawn he was very competitive if I got mine mowed before his lol
My grandkids loved waving to him on his tractor and yelling …Hi Bob and he would give them a big smile. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Pat & Emily and the rest of his family.

~ Vicki Royer
2/9/2026 12:49:28 PM

Bob and I were friends and classmates from elementary school through high school. We worked together at the Boyertown Casket Company. We were members of the Lil' LeRoys, Inc. I was glad I got to spend time with him at the picnic in September. Bob was an all around great guy. He will be missed, but always remembered.

~ George Gaucker
2/9/2026 11:25:54 AM