Robert E. Strausbaugh

Robert E. Strausbaugh, 72, of Hanover, PA, entered God’s eternal care Sunday, September 20, 2026, at home with his loving family by his side.

Born October 7, 1953, in Hanover, PA, he was the son of the late Ernest E. and Theresa M. (Kaehler) Strausbaugh.  Robert was the loving husband of Carolyn E. (Miller) Strausbaugh with whom he shared 37 years of marriage. 

Robert was a member of St. Paul’s (Dubs) UCC, Hanover, PA, where he served on the church consistory.

Robert was a 1971 graduate of Delone Catholic High School, McSherrystown, PA.  He was the manager of the Hess Service Station for 38 years until his retirement in 2014. 

Robert was a member of the McSherrystown Home Association, a past president of the Hanover Area Open League Men’s Softball, the head coach of Delone Girls Softball from 1984-2008, a member of Elizabethtown’s Chariot Express Wheelchair Basketball and Softball teams, and a CYO Youth Basketball Coach.  He won multiple YAIAA Division II Championships with Delone Catholic Squirettes Softball, and was inducted into the Adams County Sports Hall of Fame for an outstanding career as a softball coach.

Robert enjoyed watching the Orioles, Ravens, and Notre Dame.  He collected Walt Disney World pins, coins, poker chips, and other sports memorabilia. 

In addition to his loving wife Carolyn, Robert is survived by his children, Andrew M. Strausbaugh and his wife Amanda of Littlestown, PA, Michelle M. Rudnick and her husband Andy of North Wales, PA, and Melanie M. Keagy and her husband Jamie of York, PA; and three grandchildren, Quinn D. Strausbaugh, Cora E. Rudnick, and Brody R. Strausbaugh.  He was preceded in death by a daughter, Amy L. Strausbaugh; and a brother, Anthony M. Strausbaugh.

Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at 12PM on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at St. Paul’s (Dubs) UCC Church, 1958 Dubs Church Road, Hanover, PA, with the Rev. Dr. Martha Boyer officiating.  The service will be held in the main sanctuary (enter at the main doors) and all are welcome.  Following the services, there will be a celebration of life luncheon from 1 - 3 pm in the downstairs Sunday School Room at the church.  Signs will be posted directing to the easiest entrance for those only attending the reception.  The celebration of life is casual and you can arrive at any time between 1 and 3 pm.  We ask that you wear something that reminds you of Bob, such as Ravens, Orioles, Notre Dame, Delone or Disney attire.

Memorial contributions may be made in Robert’s name to St. Paul’s (Dubs) UCC, 1958 Dubs Church Road, Hanover, PA 17331.

Arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Kenworthy Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 269 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA 17331.  Memories and Condolences can be shared at www.kenworthyfh.com.

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