It is with great sadness that MFACA announces the passing of our dear colleague, Leslie “Les” Howard Strunk, on February 10th.
Leslie Howard Strunk was born on February 2, 1954, in Lenoir City, TN, to Rita and James Strunk. He passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 72, in West Sacramento. Les was raised in St. Paul, MN, after moving there as a young child. In his early twenties, he moved to Sacramento, finally settling and making his home in West Sacramento for the last 35 years. He is survived by his wife Carol, his sons Howie, Jim (Maggie), and Chris (Carley), and his grandchildren Cyrus and Charlotte. He also leaves behind three siblings, his brothers and sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.
Les co-owned and successfully ran Tech-Fin Metal Finishing and ABCO Products, and was well known and respected in the metal finishing business. His business acumen was admired not only in the Sacramento area but far beyond its limits. He was a generous man who donated to a multitude of local causes for many years and made life easier for those less fortunate. Les was a die-hard Minnesota Vikings fan and passed his passion for his team on to his sons.
Les Strunk, along with his firm, ABCO Products, was not only a long-time supplier and supporter of our own businesses but a strong supporter of the Metal Finishers Association. He will be remembered for his dedication to our industry. The most notable of his many contributions was the grand prize for our Vendors Showcase.
His family has provided the following details regarding his memorial services:
A memorial service celebrating Les’s life will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery Chapel, 6509 Fruitridge Road in Sacramento, on Friday, March 6, 2026, at noon. All are invited to attend. For more information, please visit: Leslie Howard Strunk Obituary February 10, 2026 – Legacy.com
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In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the American Cancer Society, cancer.org, is appreciated.
