STRAUSZ. On Monday, August 3, 2009, Pamela Ruth Strausz (Munden) passed away suddenly at Gibsons, BC at the age of 53 years. Pam is survived by her loving husband Jim, her daughter Alicia (Kerry Hughes), her grandchildren Bradyn and Georgia and her mother Louise Munden. Also left to cherish her memory are her brothers Jim (Linda) Munden and Mike (Barb) Munden, and five nephews and their families and many friends. She was predeceased by her loving father Craig Munden in January 2009. Pam was born October 6, 1955 in Branson, Missouri. She spent most of her life in Kamloops, BC with a few wonderful years in Alberta. Most recently she and Jim enjoyed a home in Gibsons, BC, enjoying cappuccinos and their ocean view. She was a warm, strong, elegant and passionate woman and will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched. A Celebration of Pam's Life will be held on Monday, August 10, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. in Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street. In lieu of flowers, friends and family may donate in Pam's memory to the Children's Miracle Network, 4220 Steeles Avenue W., Woodbridge, ON, L4L 3S8. On-line condolences may be expressed at http://www.schoenings.com. Service arrangements entrusted to Schoening Funeral Service, telephone 250-374-1454