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Stephen Strauss

Death by Force
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Stephen Straus, an 88-year-old white male from Highland Park, Illinois, was tragically killed on July 4, 2022, during a mass shooting at the Highland Park Fourth of July parade. A beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Stephen was known for his warmth, humor, and zest for life. He was a financial adviser who continued to commute daily from Highland Park to his office in downtown Chicago, even at his advanced age. His family described him as curious, playful, and deeply engaged with the world ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Stephen Strauss

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Highland Park

    IL

    2022-7-4

    88

    Stephen

    Strauss

    11/30/2025

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