Jerald Strauss

Jerald Strauss 1961-2024 Jerald Strauss, age 62, of Lawrenceville, GA passed away on January 10, 2024, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He is survived by his mother Ann Strauss, wife Julie Strauss, and two children, Joseph (Katie) Strauss of Orlando, FL, and Jessica (David) Janeira of Buford, GA. He has three grandchildren, Remi and Quinn Strauss, and Luca Janeira. He is survived by a brother and sister, Mike Strauss of Johns Creek, GA and JoAnn Strauss of Lawrenceville, GA. His nieces and nephews include Kristen, Madison and Tyler Strauss, Sarah and Jacob Struck, Kristen and Tyler Townsend, and grandniece Shelby Colbaugh. Jerry was preceded in death by his father Ronald J. Strauss and sister-in-law Lisa Strauss. Born in Hot Springs, AR, Jerry spent most of his youth in Mississippi. In the late 1970s, his family moved to Dunwoody, GA where he graduated from Peachtree High School. He earned degrees from Dekalb College and Berry College before entering a career in technology sales. A lifelong outdoorsman, Jerry was an avid lakeside camper before the family purchased a house on Lake Hartwell which quickly became his favorite place with time spent with family boating, skiing, and enjoying water sports. He was the consummate teacher to many family members and friends on the ways of the lake. He loved hiking, especially near waterfalls and enjoyed snow skiing as well. Jerry was every family pet’s favorite human. Mornings at the lake house began with Jerry walking all the dogs before others awoke and culminated with him cooking his famous homemade biscuits for all to enjoy. A connoisseur of southern delicacies, he was best known for his excellence in smoking bar-b-que, which was always well received during family gatherings and during youth summer league swim meets. Gwinnett county competitors looked forward to Twister home meets so they could get a taste of Jerry’s BBQ. Jerry was always a perfect gentleman. He never used profanity, was exceptionally patient, and always looked for the best in people. He felt his sole purpose in life was to help other people. He never met a stranger and could talk to anyone about anything. He was an outstanding son, brother, husband, father, and friend. His time here was far too short, but he touched so many lives God must have thought he’d done enough. Now he is healed and can rest. A memorial service, officiated by college friend and pastor Dr. Andrew Weems, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Flanigan Funeral Home, Buford GA. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association or any animal shelter

Jerald Strauss

April 10, 1961 - January 10, 2024