Long-time Roanoke Developer, Philanthropist Maury Strauss dies Alex Torres June 26, 2024 1 minute read Maury Strauss (second from left) at the ribbon cutting of Good Samaritan Hospice on Cove Rd., named after his late wife, Sheila Strauss. Photo Credit: Gene Marrano A long-time Roanoke developer has died at 99. WFIR’s Alex Torres reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: A pivot for VMT’s Star City Motor Madness; artists in residence at Link MuseumNext: Record-breaking travel expected for July 4th, per AAA Related Stories Weekly political rally in downtown Roanoke evolves into community gathering Ian Price February 3, 2026 0 Employment placement agency offers help for Yokohama employees facing loss of jobs next month Gene Marrano February 3, 2026 0 Roanoke County Police investigating after multi-vehicle crash on Franklin Road Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0