It is with great sorrow that the family of Lillian Strauss announce her passing on May 13, 2022. Lillian came to the Yukon in 1970, where she made a life with Art Penner. She raised her first two children with him, and later remarried to Paul Rogan and raised two more children. Lillian is survived by her siblings, Sam and Anita Strauss, her children Claire Strauss, Sam Penner, Telek Rogan, and Cain Rogan, and her grandchildren Alice and Levi.
Lillian always said she came to the Yukon because of horses, but quickly became a part of many different parts of Yukon life. She was one of the first yoga instructors in the Yukon, and was an enthusiastic musician, as a singer, piano player, and drummer. Lillian was also a passionate volunteer, and could be seen all over town giving a helping hand wherever one was needed. She was a beloved member of the community and made a lasting impression on everyone she met.
A celebration of life will be held on June 4, from 1 – 4PM at Mt. Mac. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation in Lillian’s name to the Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at the Whitehorse General Hospital for their care and compassion.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Lillian Strauss 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Whitehorse, Province: Colombie britanique
With tearful sadness, to the family of Lillian Strauss my condolences to all who knew her.
Fondest memories veronica milenk.
Lillian was truly an inspiration — she had so many interests and one of them was clearly her interest in other people and building community. Her children are equally as incredible at building that sense of community that she instilled. Lillian will be so missed. So many lovely memories of her. My condolences to the family.