Monica L. Strong, 64 of Lawton, IA, passed away Monday, May 21 , 2018 at a local hospital. Memorial Services will be held 10:00 Tuesday, May 29 , 2018 at the Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City, 4125 Orleans Ave . Visitation will be 5:00 to 8:00 Monday, May 28 , 2018 with family present 6:00 to 8:00 at the Funeral Home.

Monica Lynn (Weber) Strong was born August 18 , 1953 in Sioux City, IA, the daughter of Glen and Mary (Dixon) Weber. She grew up in Anthon, and was a graduate of Anthon-Oto High School. Monica continued her education and received her Nursing degree from Western IA Tech. She married Paul Strong on January 12 , 1973. Together they made their home in Sioux City before moving to the farm near Lawton in 1979.

Monica devoted over thirty years to her nursing career and was employed at both hospitals in Sioux City and later at Countryside Retirement Community.  An accomplished seamstress and quilter she created many lovely items that are treasured by family and friends.  Monica also enjoyed antiquing, crafting and creating habitat for birds.

She is survived by her husband, Paul of Lawton; her two children, daughter, Tammie L. Strong of Sioux Falls, SD., and a son Tony Strong of Sioux City, IA; a grandchild, Gregory of South Dakota; two sisters, Linda Podewils of Altoona, IA and Barbara (Larry) Lykins of Waukee, IA., and one brother Bradley (Lina) Weber of Taylor, TX; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Monica was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Stephen, Robert and Richard.