Kevin Paul Straka

Kevin Paul Straka passed away July 9, 2014 in Houston, Texas. He was born in Hartford, Connecticut on September 18, 1962 to Robert and Joan Jacobson Straka.

He was preceded in death by both his parents; a brother, Michael Straka; and a sister, June Straka.

Kevin worked as a School Crossing Guard at SpringShadows Elementary School. He loved his job and adored the children. He often shared stories of his day with his family and they loved hearing all the cute tales about the children. He truly found his calling with this wonderful job.

He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Tanya Tedder Straka and their two dogs Minnie and Layla. Parents-in-law Wayne and LaVerne Tedder, Uncle, Frank Straka and wife Nancy; Brother-in-law, Ron Tedder; Nephews, Anthony Tedder, Michael Tedder and James Parcus; numerous cousins, co-workers and friends. Kevin will be sorely missed by all those who love him, especially the children at Spring Shadows Elementary.

Tributes

Message from

Laurie and Jim

Tue, 07/15/2014

Kevin was a sweet, funny guy. So sorry to hear about his passing. Our hearts are with you Tanya. Love, Laurie and Jim

Message from

Tanya

Tue, 07/15/2014

My dear Kevin, Since the moment I was given the news that you were gone I could not believe it. I couldn't believe you were taken from me, I couldn't believe you were gone, I couldn't believe God would take you so young. I couldn't believe I would never talk to you again, see you again, be able to call you just to chat. You truly are my best friend and husband. You will never be forgotten and always loved. Give our girls Kelli, Sandy, Molly and Coco a special kiss from Mommy and tell them I will be seeing you all soon. Minnie, Layla and I miss you so much Daddy. My heart is aching right now. Just know that you are loved and missed by more people than you would have ever imagined. You will always live in my heart. I love you, Kevin. Tanya

Message from

Aunt Rita

Wed, 07/16/2014

I never got to know Kevin very well, but he was a very special man to my darling niece Tanya and the fact that he loved her and she loved him was good for me to know..Go with God Kevin and we will meet again in Heaven

Message from

Tim Moore

Thu, 07/17/2014

Kevin was always a great friend of mine. We became really good friends in high school, but when he moved to Houston we lost touch. He found me on Facebook in 2004, and we'd been communicating back and forth pretty regularly since then. A few years ago we got a chance to meet in Austin for a few days, and that was a nice time to catch up. Kevin always found ways to overcome adversity. He was smarter than he thought he was, and I cherished our friendship. My friend, I will truly miss you. You touched so many lives with your honest charm. Your spirit will live on through all of us.

Message from

Cheryl & Stan Harjak

Thu, 07/17/2014

Dear Tanya,
We are so sorry to here of you loss. I didn't know him very well except from talking with him on the phone. I'm sure you will miss him deaply. Our prayers are with you and your family and we hope he didn't suffer. We are so glad he was happy in his last days.
Take care sweetie,
Love you your long time friend.
Cheryl

Message from

James Parcus

Thu, 07/17/2014

I love you uncle Kevin! I'll never forget you! I hope ur with god and can still visit me from time to time! I'll never forget the time u took me to the carnival and stayed with me all day! I love you