Ima Jean Strode (Dalton), age 91, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, at the St. Louis Altenheim in St, Louis. She grew up in south St. Louis and was married to Clark Strode on November 21st, 1953. She worked for Brown Shoe company until their son was born and then enjoyed being a stay-at-home mother. They were married until Clark’s passing on May 14th, 2021. She was the mother of the late Steven Dale Strode, mother-in-law of Darla Strode (nee Collins) and grandmother to Gregory Mark Strode. She also leaves behind her brother Darrell Dalton, and four nieces, Jill, Julie, Jennifer, and Jamie.
Visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois, on Wednesday, February 26, 10:30 am until funeral service at 11:30 am. Interment J.B. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers Ima Jean requested that memorials be directed to The Journey Bayless church, 8512 Morganford Rd., St. Louis, MO 63123.
I ma was a light here at Altenheim. Her smile is missed greatly. Her kind and gentle voice made her a standout. She treated all of us with dignity and respect. I am privileged to have called her my friend.
Jean was a kind and wonderful woman,I will deeply miss her.
I grew up 4 houses up from Jean and Clark. Greg and I were good friends when we were younger. I used to sit on their porch with them and talk about all kinds of things. They were great people. Jean will definitely be missed. My condolences to her family.