John P. Stricevich, 87 years of age and a lifetime Harborite, died on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, at Grays Harbor Community Hospital in Aberdeen, Washington. He was born on Sept. 5, 1932, in Aberdeen to John S. and Antica Eva (Relja) Stricevich.

He was raised and attended Aberdeen schools, graduating from Weatherwax High School in 1950. He then served with the United States Navy for a four-year tour of duty. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to the Harbor. He was employed by Nieme Body and Fender, Major Line Cabinet and then for Hoquiam Plywood from where he retired at the age of 65.

He enjoyed fishing, clam digging, working on a friend’s farm, picking little wild black berries and splitting firewood for his wood stove. He liked to barbecue and play pinochle with his family and friends.

His survivors include nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Paul Stricevich, a brother, Louis Stricevich and two sisters, Mary Knoph and Sally Burr.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019, at the Aberdeen Fern Hill Cemetery with Gil Goethals, officiating.

Direction is by the Coleman Mortuary, 422 – 5th Street in Hoquiam, Washington 98550.

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