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Margaret Strickland Obituary

Hull - Margaret Elizabeth "Beth" Strickland, 59, died December 1, 2011.
Born in Commerce, Beth was a daughter of Dorothy P. Swindel, of Hull, and the late George Amory Swindel, Jr. She was a 1970 graduate of Madison County High School and worked for nearly twenty years at the Athens Plastic Surgery Clinic, followed by several years with Dr. Kevin Adams in Danielsville. She enjoyed reading, knitting, taking care of her cats and spending time with family and friends. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 3, 2011 at 2 p.m., at the chapel of Lord and Stephens, Danielsville, with Rev. Billy Owensby officiating. Interment will be in Union Baptist Church Cemetery.
Survivors in addition to her mother include her husband, Rudy Strickland; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jason and Bronwyn Strickland, of Dolores, CO, and Seth P. and Heather Strickland, of Hull; sister and brother-in-law, Ann Swindel and Jim Nuckolls; aunt, Carol Cappleman; cousins, Jimmy Jones, Leigh Foster and Patsy Jones of Hull, Jon Jones of Arkansas, Rodney Park of Iowa and Cynthia Seagraves of Commerce. The family would like to offer their sincere appreciation to Beth's cousin, Patsy Jones, and aunt, Carol Cappleman, both of Hull, for their care and support, as well as Susan Young, Beth's spiritual advisor. Flowers are optional. Memorials may be made to Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter. The family may be reached at the home of Dorothy Swindel.
Lord and Stephens, Danielsville, is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com

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Published by Athens Banner-Herald from Dec. 2 to Dec. 3, 2011.

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December 8, 2011

Had the pleasure of working with Beth for many years at Athens Plastic Surgery Center. She was a wonderful person. Our prayers go out to Rudy and family. God Bless you.

Bob & Hai Anh Barrett

December 6, 2011

DEAR ANN AND FAMILY, WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF GRIEF.
SINCERELY, SHARON BOOTH AND SONS(JASON AND CLINT)

Regina Brueshaber

December 4, 2011

She was a beautiful soul, always joyful despite her pain. Beth will be dearly missed!!!

December 4, 2011

Rudy and Family,sorry for the loss of Beth.We will be praying for you!.Wayman&Delores Benedict.

Angie Howell

December 4, 2011

Dear Strickland Family,

I had the genuine pleasure of working with Beth at Athens Plastic Surgery for several years. She was always a bright spot in my day, and I loved just visiting with her. One thing is for sure - heaven has a perfect angel today. Beth, rest in peace - you will be missed by many.

Stephanie Dawson

December 4, 2011

Rudy,Seth & Jason,
I am so sorry for your loss. Beth was a great person. I am very thankful to have had her be apart of my life and be such a great friend to Mama. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you guys!

Dorothy Ginn

December 3, 2011

Rudy and Ann, I am so sorry to here about Beth. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Dorothy Ginn

Harry smith

December 3, 2011

Rudy, Iam sorry to hear about your wife. We will be praying for you.

Nancy Eubanks

December 3, 2011

Mrs. Swindel,Ann and Family, I am so sorry to here of Beth's death. You have my Deepest Sympathy. She was a Sweet and Wonderful person. May God be with all of You in this sorrowful time. Nancy Eubanks,Colbert, Ga.

Jim Pinckard

December 2, 2011

Rudy I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I last saw you at the car show at the festival in D'ville and it was then that you told me about her. It was good to see you that day but I'm so sorry for your and your family's loss. She will surely be missed in such a huge way. You and your family are in our prayers.

Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes Madison Chapel

December 3, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Sharon Chitwood

December 2, 2011

My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. My God ease your pain & loss.

Kim Carey

December 2, 2011

Rudy, Jason, & Seth,
You all in are in my thoughts and prayers. Beth was there when I graduated high school, when I was married and when I had my baby. Alot of my childhood memories were of us camping at TrackRock Camp Ground with you all. She was such a wonderful friend to Mama. We will miss her, but we know she is in a better place. Much love to you all.
Take care- Kim Andrews Carey

December 2, 2011

Rudy, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of Beth. I know how she will be misses and our prayers are with you, the boys, Ann, and Ms. Dot.

Ellen and Steve Browning

Charlie & Sue Snelling

December 2, 2011

Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Dale Kenner

December 2, 2011

To Rudy and the boys, Ann and all the family this is such sad news. My prayers are with you.
Dale Kenner

Crystal Alewine

December 2, 2011

Rudy, Jason, Seth, Ms. Dot and Ms. Ann, I am so sorry to hear about Beth. She was a wonderful woman. She will sure be missed. You all and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pat (Fortson) & Family (1966 MCHS)

December 2, 2011

Rudy and all the family, offering our deepest condolences @ this difficult time.

Charlie, Juanita, Josh and Brian Strickland

December 2, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

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