Our Founder, Claus Strohlein
It is with the deepest of regrets that we have to announce the death of our founder, Claus Strohlein. He passed away on Friday, March 26, 2004, at home with his family, after a valiant two and a half year battle with cancer. Most of you know him as the owner and president of D&S International. Nothing gave Claus more satisfaction than coming to work each morning. His motto was to lead by example. We hope that the examples he leaves with us inspire us to try harder and live life to its fullest, every day.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center (DCCC), DUMC Box 3828, Durham, N.C. 27710. In order for us to direct the donations to a specific lung cancer research fund in honor of Claus, it is very important that you write "In Memory of Claus Strohlein" on the memo section of the check.