Major Strickland, Jr.

Major Henry Strickland, Jr., 58 of Hilliard passed away June 4, 2013 in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

He was born November 24, 1954 in Alma, Georgia to Major H., Sr. and Latrell Waters Strickland. He graduated from Camden County High School. Major loved his friends, and enjoyed tinkering on his old Camaro and also playing the drums. He loved his children, but loved his grandchildren even more.  He was a member of `Rolling Hills Baptist Church, Jacksonville, Florida. He attended First Baptist Church of Boulougne.  Major was very faithful in supporting Missionary Society’s.

He is survived by His Son: Chris Strickland (Michelle) of Folkston; Daughter: Cassie Williams (Jason) of Kingsland;

Brothers: Dewayne Strickland (Charlene) of Fernandina Beach, Florida; Alton Strickland of Keystone Heights, Florida; Ray Strickland (Betty) of St. Marys, Georgia; two Aunts: Lily Skinner and Laverne Waters of Blackshear, Georgia; Grandchildren: Hunter Wagner, Shane Wagner, Sarah Wagner, Mallory Strickland, Cooper Strickland, Lexi Williams, McKenzie Johnson, Ethan Ganey; His sweetie: Trish Trouille; Honorary Grandchildren: Olivia Trouille, Hunter Trouille(Lil’ Man); Several Nieces, Nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by a daughter: Leah Strickland and a Brother: Linton Strickland.

The family will receive friends Monday, June 10, 2013 from 6 until 9 PM at Shepard Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at 10:00AM at First Baptist Church of Boulougne with Rev. Chris Woodard and Rev. Alton Crews officiating. Burial will follow in Waycross at 2:00 PM at Oakland Cemetery.

Condolences may be expressed by signing the guest register at www.shepardfh.com .  Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard Funeral Home, Folkston, Georgia.