Dee (Derek) Strong
July 15, 1950 to December 1, 2022
Obituary
For those unable to attend, the funeral service for Dee (Derek) Strong will be livestreamed.
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Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Complex on December 1st, 2022, in his 72nd year. Predeceased by his parents Colin and Nellie, and brother Barry. Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 30 years, Nina Goudie, brothers Scott and Peter (Joan), special niece Elaine and cats Grover, Roman and Florrie; brothers-in-law Ken (Marion), Lee (Linda); Ian; Scott (Annette), Steve (Anne) and their children Sean, Christine, Russell, Amy, Stephanie, Jasmine, Angela, Suzanne, Arielle, Robin, Lyla, Lucas, Karla, Shaina and Dylan. Also leaving to mourn close friends Bob Cole and Nikki Helpert, Bob and Brenda MacDonald, the Sunday Supper Club, the Wednesday/Friday Curling friends, fellow musicians of the STRUM, the engineering ESN Frat brothers, golfing buddies, Friday happy hour friends and a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. Dee (Derek) enjoyed a long career in the oil and gas industry. Many colleagues will also be saddened to hear of his passing.
The family would like to thank the medical staff at the Health Sciences Center, Coronary Care Unit, 5 South A Cardiology and the Pain and Symptom Management Branch of the Palliative Care Unit for their care and knowledge. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Connors, Dr. Duffett and the incredible staff with the ICD Clinic as well as Dr. Nick Snow, Dr. Anne Porter and Dr. Shaina Goudie for their kindness and support. Special acknowledgement to Dr. Matthew Andrews for his care and attention to Dee these past years.
Visitation will be at Carnell’s on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
A funeral service will take place at Carnell’s Chapel on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 1:00 pm.
Internment will follow the funeral at the General Protestant Cemetery. Cremation has taken place.
The service will be live streamed and can be accessed through Carnell’s website.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in Dee’s memory may be made to The Salvation Army.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on December 7, 2022
7-9 p.m. on December 7, 2022
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
1:00pm, Thursday December 8th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Kyle,, although your name was not included in the obituary (an error for which I assume full , and sincere responsibility) you are one with our family.
Your elegant condolences , and your recall of the star-nosed mole escapades brings the tears and will be shared by many who knew him.
Thank you a thousand times,
Your Uncle Scott *
Nina so sorry to hear of Dee’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep all of your good memories close to your heart, they’ll get you through the rough days. RIP Dee.
To Nina and to Scott,
Deeply saddened to hear of uncle Dee’s passing.
During the times that I was able to meet him during family visits, I feel I was too young to truly appreciate the entirety of his character.
I’ll always fondly remember the childhood experience of his entertaining line, “I’m a star-nosed mole!” in coordination with his comical imitation of the creature, conducted by bringing both hands to his face and wiggling his fingers around.
His presence cultivated a very warm, welcoming, and jovial atmosphere which was a always pleasure to be around.
He carried the fullness of the Newfoundland spirit within him, and a part of me will always long for the chance to have lived a life closer to the sea where I might have been able to revel in that spirit through his love of music.
Wishing you courage to weather the storm in true Strong fashion, with much love from your nephew.
Kyle
Nina, so sorry to hear about Dee. Take care.
Nina, I am so sorry to hear of Dee’s passing. I hope your many special memories will bring you comfort. I am thinking of you and sending you much love and strength.💕
Nina and family ,
We are out of the country now and are late to the news that Dee is no longer with us. It has been several years since we last conversed, I guess that comes with retirement and changes in life activities. When we did meet in the past I really enjoyed it immensely. He was one of the best to know. Rest in peace brother.
Very sorry to hear that Derek had passed away. We knew Derek and Nina as wonderful neighbours when we lived in that part of town. Kind condolences to Nina and the extended family.
So sorry to hear about Dee’s passing. A great friend to all in the NL Engineering community and someone who always had a kind word for all. Sadly missed.
Sincere condolences go out to Derek’s family. I met Derek some 6 years ago when I joined the Remax curling club. He was such a warm welcoming gentleman in every way. He will be deeply missed on the rink.
Nina, so sorry to hear of Dee’s passing. Robyn and my thoughts are with you.
I met Dee when I met Bob. Those two were friends forever and Bob has been heartbroken to think his friend is no longer on our planet. Dee was there more than 30 years ago on the week before I went into labour to deliver our twin girls, Marianne and Emily, who always thought of him as an Uncle. We still have a picture of our babies in his garden.
Over the years, Dee would visit Montreal. Often in June, for a stop before heading to play golf at Tremblant.
Dee and Nina came to Montreal many times and together we enjoyed dinners and walks in the city such as a stroll in Little Italy during a Ferragosto festival. In 2014, Dee and Nina travelled to Big Italy with us. We stayed in a small Tuscan Hill town. Dee enjoyed watching the fireflies at night before heading to bed. He loved reading the morning paper on a sunny terrasse in Montespertoli where we shared an espresso and a pastry. In Florence, the Galileo Galilei Museum was a favorite for both Dee and Bob.
This past summer, we thankfully drove to Newfoundland and spent time at the Blue House and in St-John’s. We are very grateful to have had that time together.
Dee and Nina will always be members of our close family circle. Dee is already deeply missed. His kindness resonates in so many of his friends’ words. It feels strange and lonely to think of a world without him. But, I’m sure, somehow, Dee is looking over us from up in the sky with a few cats surrounding him with love.
Nina you have our deepest condolences.
Nina, since i met you guys, it had always been “Nina and Dee”. What a beautiful loving people I met !
It is gonna be strange next i will come for visit. I( and Lyla) wish him to be in peace and WE are sending you lots of Love.
Nelly
Nina/Scot
Condolences to both, and to your families.. Dee was such a friendly guy with a great sense of humour. We will cherish those memories of him.
Nina I was so very sad to hear that Dee passed away. He was so warm and welcoming when I went to stay with you both. He always so pleasant and kind. He is now at peace. Rest in peace Dee.
We are very sorry to hear about Dee. He was a great guy – one we were happy to know. His warmth and sense of humour will be remembered.
‘Uncle Dee’ will always have special place in my memory. From being amazed by his banjo as a kid, giving me good advice during a tough time, always being a great friend to my dad, and that constant wisdom behind his eyes. He will be missed.
sorry to hear about your loss
Our sincere condolences on the lost of your kind, gentle, loving spouse. I’ve known Dee since kindergarten, through to MUN Engineering and of course ESN. He was a friend to all and will be greatly missed.
Bob & Georgia Forbes
Words fail me, but those of Kahlil Gibran fit: “Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.”
Nina and Family – God give you strength and solace in the warmth of the friends who love you.
So sorry to hear of Dee’s passing,. I have many fond memories of him and the rest when I stayed with Uncle Col & Aunt Nellie my first year at MUN., it was always a joy to see him on the odd occasion that we did in the years since. Our condolences to you all..
Nina, Scott, & Peter –
So sorry to hear of the passing of “Rickey” (perhaps I was the only one to still call him Rickey from our times together in 1960’s — pre-university). Our chance meetings were always a delight; a high point of the day; a shame our busy lives kept us from planning get-togethers. I have no doubt that you will be comforted by the memories of happy times
Carl (& Ella) Strong, Corner Brook & Mount Pearl.
Sincere condolences to Derek’s family in his recent passing. As a fellow seniors Curler he was very dedicated to our league. Best wishes to his family and relatives at this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Dee’s passing . Rest in peace my friend .
Nina,
I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. My sincere condolences to you during this difficult time
Ann Marie Lee
Nina,
So sorry to hear of Dereck’s passing,
He was held in high regard by my husband John.
Sincerely
Phyllis Fitzgerald
Nina. So sorry to read of Dee’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences at this sad time.
I’m sorry to hear of Derek’s passing We worked together at C-NLOPB and it always was a pleasure to run into him in the years since. He was an interesting and funny guy. My condolences to Nina and the family.
My sincerest condolences to Nina and the entire family on their loss. Derek was one of the most erudite guys I knew who was always a delight to chat with on any topic. He will be missed by all of the old Ben’s crowd plus many others for sure. Peace my friend. R.I.P.
My sincere condolences Nina on your loss of a life long companion. I can still recall when you first met. My thoughts are with you.
Nina/Scott,
I am very saddened to hear of Dee’s passing. He was always a pleasure to be around, always had a smile. He frequently updated me on FB or via e-mail on the status of the birds on and around Burton’s Pond.
Nina , we were truly saddened to hear that Dee had passed. Always looked forward to seeing you both on our daily walks when you were visiting the cottage. He was always so pleasant and full of compliments, he left you feeling wonderful after a short roadside chat. We will miss those happy interactions. Little did he know how much they meant to us. Thinking of you , and hoping you know that we are just down over the hill if you ever need anything. Always remember, Absent from the earth , Present with the Lord. He is indeed in great company today. Love and hugs. Diane & Doug Dean
I was blessed to meet Dee recently at the Elks Lodge . He volunteered with us . Dee had a sweet and peaceful manner . I enjoyed working alongside him and hold memories that bring a smile .Condolences to the Strong family.
Sheena Coyle
Sincere condolences in your loss. I will cherish the many memories and good times with Dee as an ESN Brother.
Nina and family – my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
So sorry to learn of Dee’s passing. My deepest condolences to Nina and her family. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Saddened to hear of Dee’s passing . He was a kind, generous unassuming kind of person . I once lived in a “ group” house on Kenmount Rd with Dee, Bob Cole and my partner, Jack Whelan who later became my husband . It was a brief but close -up view of what Dee was like . All in all. a stellar guy with a great sense of humour. . My deepest condolences go to his wife and all his family and many friends , all across Canada . RIP Dee
I am sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. I worked with Derek at the CNLOPB for a number of years. A gentle soul. My condolences to his family.
Anne Hannaford
So sorry to hear of Dee’s passing Nina. He will be missed for sure. My thoughts are with you. Kevin
Nina,
So very sorry to hear of Dee’s passing. Our sincere condolences.
Nina & Family,
How I enjoyed those visits to Vancouver where Nina and Dee brought the essence of Newfoundland and Labrador culture with them. I know their happy relationship endured because Dee was a good, kind and loving man with a wicked sense of humour.
I will miss the belly laughs . My deep condolences to Nina. Elaine and all those who were fortune enough like me to call him a friend.
Please accept my deepest condolences on Dee’s passing. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Nina.
Sincere condolences on Dee’s passing, cherish the memories of the wonderful life you shared. I always enjoyed being in his company. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Sincerely, Anna
My sincere condolences to Derek’s family. He was a kind, gentle man, with a heart full of goodness, who loved life, and everyone around him. Derek was always willing to help out, lend a hand or an ear to help in any way he could. We volunteered together with our Wed/Fri Curling league and he was always respectful, appreciative, and had a great sense of humour. I will miss him, Rest in peace my friend.
I know Dee for a number of years, what a wonderful kind heart and soul he had.
Do anything to help anyone welcomed you with open arms, there is not enough words to describe this man he was one of s kind
Dee will be missed by many people and i am one if those people.
Rest in peace
Sorry to learn of Dee’s passing Nina.Condolences to you and your family.
So sorry Nina Jane to hear of Dees passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.