Colin Christopher Strebe

In loving memory of our smiley, curious, creative, silly, tender-hearted and nature-enthusiast son and big brother.

Colin Christopher Strebe, eight days shy of his 9th birthday, entered the gates of heaven hand-in-hand with his precious Papa, Dr. William A. Buchholtz on June 14, 2023. While very different in age, the two shared many interests, and were traveling to enjoy those hobbies together.

Colin was born June 22, 2014 to Cory and Stephanie (Buchholtz) Strebe and resided in Waukesha, WI. Colin heard the gospel from his parents as part of the family's everyday life. They attend Fox River Christian Church in Waukesha. At Fox River, Colin took part in youth ministry classes and events, as well as Upward Sports leagues for basketball and soccer. He also loved helping and serving around church with his family. Colin loved people and his community of family and friends was of high importance to him.

Colin is and always will be part of Team Strebe. He wanted to be just like his dad and treasured the time he spent with Cory creating and fixing in Cory’s woodworking shop. Together they shared the love of problem solving and snowboarding. Colin also introduced Cory to the sport and love of fishing. Colin’s closest confidant was his mom. Stephanie and Colin had tender conversations at night cuddled up in bed after reading and said countless prayers together. Including one morning on the drive to school when Colin told Stephanie he wanted Jesus in his heart. Colin loved his sister, Courtney, immeasurably and was the best big brother. He was always working to keep Courtney safe and happy, like walking her into school and running home with her from the bus stop. The best noise in the Strebe house was when Colin and Courtney would act silly and laugh uncontrollably.

In addition to his immediate family, Colin cared deeply for his extended family. One of his greatest joys was playing with his cousins George, Evie, Emma and Ava. Living just a few minutes away and attending the same school and church, George and Evie are like siblings to Colin. Colin was blessed with many grandparents who love him beyond words. He spent countless hours building in his Nana and Papa Ckonjevic’s workshop; bonded with his Papa Buchholtz over handyman work, fishing and skiing/snowboarding; looked forward to crafting with his Mimi (Sally Buchholtz) and attending her annual Easter hunt; playing dominos with his Nana Buchholtz; and intrigued by his Grandpa John’s guitar collection.

Just before going to Heaven, Colin completed 2nd grade at Summit View Elementary in Waukesha. He loved learning, his teachers and school friends.