Randy Struck
August 28, 2017

"Randy Struck. That name brings back fond memories of growing up in Keokuk and attending Cardinal Stritch. I thought of Coach Struck as fun loving with a great sense of humor, and he could also be tough at times, but was always fair. I remember playing field hockey or soccer in the gym during P.E. with Coach Struck. I really liked when I could score against him when he was the goal keeper, because I always thought of him as a gifted athlete. I've been watching for years, somehow expecting him to show up in a revival of one of those Miller Lite commercials with Bob Uecker, yukin' it up again with Coach Chet Doroughty, just like the good ole'days. Mr. Struck just had that kind of memorable personality and sense of humor. Our lives were made richer by having known him. Thank you Coach Struck. May the Lord Jesus bless you and your family."

"Teri and family. My prayers are with you all. I was so shocked to hear of the passing of Randy. I worked with him at Cardinal Stritch for many years. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. He was such a great guy and had such a good sense of humor. One of my fondest memories of Randy was when he and a boys sports team dressed up as California Raisins for a skit and came dancing into the gym to the tune of 'I heard it through the grapevine". I never laughed so hard in my life. It was amazing. Anyway, I am thinking of all of you in your time of sorrow."

"So very sorry to hear of Randy's passing. I have vivid memories of his laughter and the smile he brought to all who knew him."

"Only knew Randy (Mr Struck) for a year while he was principal at St. Theodore in Flint Hill when my daughter was attending there. I could tell he was a compassionate man and a very kind man and was sad that he was only there a year. Always wished I would have run into him since but now am shocked he passed at such a young age. I'm sure he will be missed by many and my condolences to his family. He truly was that "Mr. nice guy"!"

"Hearing the news about Randy was very sad. I had the pleasure of working with Randy for a year when he was principal st St Theodore school. Smiling all the time and so good with the students. Your family is in our thought and prayers. We know how much he loved his family too."

"Teri, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Debbie (Wellman ) Betz"

"Mrs. Struck, I'm very sorry for your loss. I am grateful to have had you as my first grade teacher, and I was blessed to get to spend my high school days with Coach. We were very fortunate to have some great teachers at Cardinal Stritch, but Stritch wouldn't have been the same without Coach. I have very fond memories of my time spent with him. I often think back on those days with a smile. God Bless."

"Wanted you to know I am think of you and your family, Sending lots of prayers and healing energy."

"I worked with Randy at St. Theodore for a short time he was always smiling and good to everyone I am so sorry for your loss your in my thoughts and prayers"

"Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I worked with Randy at St. Theodore. He was a fantastic leader who always made work fun and had the teachers ' backs! I know heaven has a new friend. Many hugs to all his life ones. You will see him again.??"

"We were very saddened to hear about Mr. Struck. Even though he was at St. Theodore a short time, we do remember his energy and encouragement of the students. Our prayers are with your family."

"My path crossed Randy's only for a couple of years when he was buddies with my brother Mark at Lincoln College. This would have been in the late 70's. They were also on the baseball team together. When I think of him I smile! He was a very fun-loving person and I had a crush on him!!! Unfortunately Mark passed away in 1981 and we haven't kept in close touch but when I think of him--I still smile!!!"

"I was sorry to hear about Randy. He and I grew up together in McLean. We spent many hours playing sports and trying to stay out of trouble. Even though he was a Cardinal fan he was agood guy and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

"My heart goes out to the Struck and Longo families. With Randy's passing we all lost someone special. Randy was a great leader, coach, educator and friend."

"Deepest sympathies from the Bruce Davis family. Randy touched the lives of both of our children at Stritch. Jan ('82) in girls softball and later Bruce ('89) in classes at Stritch. My husband Bruce and Randy played many mens league softball & basketball games together. Many memories. We are praying for you at this sad time. Bruce, Paula, Jan & Bruce"

"MY HEART ACHES FOR YOUR FAMILIES LOSS. SO MANY MEMORIES . Well now he will enjoy. All of GODS hospitality. Hope this allows your family some peace. Praying for his lovimg arms to comfort your family."

"Teri, and family - Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers as you remember Randy and his mark he left on the world. We are sorry we can't join you in person to celebrate his life at Mass. Please know we are with you in spirit and will continue to keep you all in our thoughts and prayers throughout difficult days ahead. May God hold you close and grant you peace in knowing Randy's love is eternal."

"So sorry to hear this news! Many memories of Mr. Struck coaching and teaching at Stritch. He has touched so many lives. May you find peace in your faith and with all the wonderful memories. You're in our thoughts and prayers!"

"So very sorry to hear of your loss. He was principal of St. Francis while I was there. My thoughts and prayers are with you."

"Expressing sympathy to Teri and family at this difficult time. Teri, please rely on faith, family, and friends. It is through experience that I know these 3 things will keep you going! I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry for your loss and may God bless all of you!"

"Our sympathy and prayers for the Struck family. Thinking of you."

"Jack and I are shocked and saddened to learn of Randy's death. We spent many wonderful years at Cardinal Stritch with Randy as a colleague and friend. Hugs and prayers to all of you. Heaven is richer today and we on earth are poorer"

"My heart goes out to the Struck and Long families. Randy certainly left his mark on thousands of kids and his legacy goes on through them, his own children and grandchildren. Teri, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Karen Ennis-Dye"

"I am so sorry to hear about Randy. I so enjoyed talking to him about golf and the Cardinals when I was teaching at St. Joseph. He will really be missed. My prayers are with you Teri, and with his children. May God comfort you, and may wonderful memories console you."

"Teri, Chad, Ryan, and Kayla I am so very sorry for your loss! My heart is heavy hearing this news, and you are all in my thoughts and prayers!"

"My heart breaks for you all. I have been thinking of you."

"So sorry for your family's loss. Randy was a year ahead of me in school. Sounds like he touched many lives throughout the years. My mother, Irene Melton was good friends with Donna. Prayers are with you."

"To the entire Struck & Longo family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Love, Alisa, Logan, Nathan and Riley"

"So very for your horrible loss. He was a very great teacher in Keokuk for my children."

"Chad--You and your family are in our prayers. Always tough to lose a parent. Dad is now getting nothing but birdies on the big course. He may want to let Jesus win once in a while!! Peace to all of you...."

"When you know some one for a long time , their family becomes part of yours, you see their good times and their bads , My family goes a long way back with the Struck and Longo family . Today we not only lost a good friend but also a family member , Our prayers are with both families we will miss Randy and his smiles , It made our day much brighter to see him."

"So very sorry for your family's great loss. Please be assured of our prayers for you."

"Teri and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I first got acquainted with Randy when I became his advisor in the QU Master's Program. Later I advised Chad and Lindsay in their Master's. Then, I encouraged and enjoyed working with Randy as my Director of Education. He touched so many lives. He is missed by those individuals, including me. I extend my deepest sympathy for your loss."

"I am very sad with this news! My thoughts and prayers go out to the Struck family. He was a great man and a great teacher. He will never be forgotten."

"So sorry to hear this, Mr. Struck was prinicipal at Saint Theodore for a short time but I really liked him. He always had a smile on his face and was so friendly to everyone. Please accept my condolences."

"Sending our condolences to Randy's family and friends, students and coworkers. Randy was my cousin and he was a fine person. Many memories from childhood. As life goes, we lost touch but kept up with him through his brother. May God grant you comfort and peace in the days ahead."

"Our prayers go out to you and your family he was a remarkable person wonderful memories I have of him please know we are thinking of you all"

"Teri, my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. So sorry to hear about Randy. You guys hold a special place in my heart. I will always think fondly of everyone in the Longo family."

"Sincere sympathy to you, Terri. He coached my daughter Janine MartinRiney. He was a good coach and know the kids liked him. May God bless all of you at this time."

"Teri, you and your family are in our prayers. Both you and Randy greatly blessed Keokuk Catholic Schools and are remembered with love and affection."

"Teri, Chad, Ryan, Kayla, and the Longo family: I am SO SORRY to hear of your loss. Randy was a wonderful husband, father, and friend to all of us. I will pray that HE gives you the strength you will need in the days ahead and that HE will fill your hearts and minds with only the wonderful memories of times you all shared together. God Bless."

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, may God look over and help you through this very heart-breaking time. Randy was a great person and a light in my life."

"Being that I am still in shock, I am at a loss for words. Prayers for Teri, the children, and the grandchildren. Randy was my cousin and I had the utmost respect for him because he was a role model for me in regards to me going to college. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. May God comfort each and every one of you"

"Mike and Rosa Our thoughts and prayer to all of you. He had a nice smile and he was a nice man."

"Oh! Teri and family, so very sorry to hear of Randy's passing. He was such an awesome man, coach, teacher, friend, dad, husband, grandpa, you name it, he was an all around great guy. Our thoughts and many prayers come your way. God Bless."

"All OfOurPrayers andThoughtsAreWithTheWholeFamily.WeWillMissHimAlot"

"Teri and Family, I am so sorry to hear that Randy passed away. My sincere sympathy to you. I enjoyed my years with him as a principal and friend. Know that our prayers are with you."

"Teri and family , I'm so sorry for your loss, my heart breaks for you , thoughts and prayers to all"

"Teri and family. I hope after reading all of these condolences that you receive some joy even in your sadness. Randy was loved by so many people. Louie and I will never forget all the fun times we spent with you here in Keokuk and later in Quincy. Our hearts ache with this loss but know he will never be forgotten."

"So very sorry of Randy's passing May the Lord Jesus hold you all in his loving arms. So many lives he touched. May God Bless."

"I was a high school classmate of Randy's. He was such a great guy, always full of fun. My heart goes out to his family."

"Teri and family, We are thinking of you and are so very sorry to hear this news. All of our love to you all."

"The world has just lost a great guy! My sincerest sympathy to the entire family."

"Stritch would not have been the same without Randy. My prayers are with you."

"I am so shocked and so sorry to learn of this. May God fill your heats and minds with strength, love and comfort during this difficult time. My love is with you."

"Teri, and Family, Tim and Family you have our deepest sympathy. Randy made a difference in our lives growing up with him all through grade and high school. We all loved him, his passion and zest for life, compassion for those around him started when he was young. We are proud to have walked the first years of life with him. We are so sorry for your loss. Class of 1970 McLean Grade School and Class of 1974 MWA/Olympia High School"

"News of Randy's sudden passing traveled quickly through his former classmates in McLean, IL. Randy and I grew up together. We spent hours and hours together playing sports. Our paths did not cross much after high school, but I followed his coaching and teaching career. Quite a guy. He loved his students, co-workers, and athletes, but especially his family. He impacted many, many lives. His death leaves a big hole, but a lasting legacy. I will be praying for all of you. I am so very sorry. Psalm 116:15."

"Randy and I grew up in McLean, IL. We spent hours of playing sports together. Our paths did not cross much after high school, but I followed his career. He impacted many, many lives. Randy was quite a guy. He loved his students, co-workers, and athletes- but especially his family."

"What a great guy and coach. My thoughts and prayers to his family"

"What an amazing man and coach. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to his family."

"So sorry to hear of Randy's passing. Many prayers!"

"So many memories- Royal Rumbles, Iowa Games, starting girls soccer at Stritch/ cancelling girls soccer at stritch... (we really were that bad), softball, PE... I have much love for your family, and I hope you can have peace and faith that he has been called Home."

"Teri, I was so sad to hear about Randy. You and your family will be in my prayers as you grieve this loss. Though I didn't know Randy personally, I can see he was well-loved by all who knew him. He touched so many lives. I know his presence will leave a void and I am wishing you the peace of Christ Jesus until that day you are reunited."

"Sending prayers of comfort to the family! Rest In Peace Coach Struck"

"Sorry for your loss and prayers Mr. Struck was kind and great teacher and person"

"Randy was a cousin of mine one of the cousins that I really looked up to I really wish that we could have spent more time together to get to know each other but as we get older we go our separate ways and have families of Our Own my heart goes out to his wife Teri his 3 children and his grandkids and also two his brother Tim God bless you all and maybe you find comfort in this time of need"

"Teri, so very sorry for your loss-our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time"

"Mr Struck was a great coach and helped keep me out of trouble. I'll always remember the taped Monday Nitros we would watch on Tuesdays. I'll never forget him."

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Paul & Janise"

"I am shocked by this news! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Teri and Family! I enjoyed teaching with Randy at cardinal Stritch!"

"Teri and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Saw Randy in June and so glad I got to talk to him. Thoughts and prayers sent to you all."

"One of the best men I've ever had the pleasure to call my friend !"

"Our condolences Teri and all the family. I always enjoyed talking with Randy when I was at SJS for various things. Grandson Andrew so enjoyed Randy doing his "Friday Dance" for him. He will be missed by many. May your memories be a source of comfort. Hugs."

"I was so shocked and surprised by this news! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Teri and Family! Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. I really enjoyed teaching with Randy at Cardinal Stritch."

"Teri prayers for you and your family. Randy meant a lot to all of us"

"Teri: To you and your wonderful children, words can never express how much our thoughts and prayers are with you. Randy was a wonderful husband, father, in-law and freind taken too soon for reasons we will never know. As Randy was always in our lives he will now always be in our hearts. We can do nothing to ease your pain but we can surround you with our love and support and that is what I offer to you now."

"Teri thoughts and prayers for you and your family. We had a lot of special moments with Randy and your family."

"Teri and family-Randy was a great mentor to all the kids he taught and coached while at Cardinal Stritch. So sorry to hear of his passing"

"Condolences to Teri and all the family. A shock for all. I always enjoyed talking with Randy and know he will be missed a lot. My grandson really enjoyed him as Randy always did his "Friday Dance" for Andrew. May memories be a great source of comfort for you! Prayers for all."

"Mr. Struck was a wonderful man and one of Gavin's favorite teachers. He will be greatly missed. Prayers to all of the Struck family."

"So very sorry to hear about Randy! My prayers to Teri and family. Love you guys! Bird"

"We are so sorry to hear of Coach Strucks passing. He was always my favorite history teacher and Coach when teaching at Cardinal Stritch in Keokuk. So many fond memories of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you Teri and family."

"Mr.Struck was a great teacher, coach, and friend! Thinking of you all."

"To the entire Struck & Longo family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time."

"Lifting you up in prayer. May you know the peace and comfort of Jesus. I remember Mr. Struck so well. A good man."

"We loved him and our condolences to his family"

"So sorry and shocked to hear of Randy's death. He always came in the post office every week to mail things etc. He was a nice man and will be missed."

"For the short time I knew Mr. Struck, he was full of laughter and happiness. I am very blessed and fortunate to have known such a special man who loved children and truly believed in the value of a great education."

"So sad to hear this! He was a great principal at St Dominic's when my children attended school there. We all thought a lot of him! My prayers to all of you."

"Teri, I was so surprised and sorry to hear about Randy. My thoughts and prayers are with you."