Eric James Strobel

ERIC JAMES STROBEL, 52, of Whitfield, PA, died on February 10, 2024. Eric was the son of Betty Anne McGlinn-Strobel and Edwin J. Strobel, both of Whitfield, Spring Township, PA. He was a 1989 graduate of Wilson High School and a 1993 graduate of Villanova University, earning a BS in Accounting. During high school and college, Eric ran his own landscaping and painting businesses. After college, he worked for the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games and was later employed by Dupont. Most recently, Eric was self-employed in the finance field and focused on community service.

Eric's interest in serving his community began at an early age through scouting and church programs. He was active in music and fitness and was a four year member of the Villanova crew team. Eric was also an avid runner, and ran the New York City Marathon qualifying him for various other races.

Along with his parents, Eric is survived by his sister Marybeth Strobel (Gordon Stamplis) of Jersey City, NJ, and brothers Steve (Nicole) and Scott (Traci) of Wyomissing, PA. He is also survived by eight nieces and nephews: Andrew, Jacqueline, Tyler, Julia, Genevieve, Ryan, Owen and Finley.

Helping people was Eric's mission in life. To honor his memory please consider donating to one of the following: Mary's Shelter, marysshelter.org; NAMI, nami.org; or the Msgr. Treston Scholarship Fund through St. Ignatius Loyola Church, Reading, PA.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated privately. Condolences may be expressed at kuhnfuneralhomes.com.