Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
William Strickland Obituary
'Woody'
Mr. Strickland, 55 of Charlotte, formerly of Columbia, SC, died Sunday, May 23, 2010.Born December 21, 1954 and raised in Columbia, Woody was the son of Robert and Mildred Poe Strickland. A Charlotte resident for the past 8 years, Woody, as he was known to his family and friends, worked in sales at Lowes Home Improvement.
Mr. Strickland is survived by his wife, Christine; parents, Robert and Mildred Poe Strickland of Columbia; brother, Robert Strickland of Pawleys Island; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A service to celebrate the life of Woody will take place on Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 11:00 AM at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 1001 Queens Rd, Charlotte. Visitation will take place at the church following the service.
Memorials may be made to Carolina Bassett Hound Rescue, PO Bos 80082, Charleston, SC, 29416-0082 or www.cbhr.com.
Online condolences may be sent to www.carolinafuneral.com.
Carolina Funeral Service & Cremation Center is entrusted with the arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for William Strickland
May 28, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Stickland, Like I told you on the phone, we are so sad and sorry about Keith. There are times we just don't understand why things like this happens. I have so many good memories of growing up with him and Bobby in the church and as friends.
May the Lord bless you and keep you and the family in his prayers as you go through this sad time.
Nell(Derrick)and Ray Crenshaw
Jeff Hyde
May 28, 2010
Uncle Robert,Aunt Mildred & Family,I'm so sorry to hear of your lost. Just know that I'm here for you and you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marysue Sheehan
May 28, 2010
Christine,
My prayers are with you at this time. Keith was a kind and caring gentleman; he will be deeply missed by all.
Gina Morris
May 28, 2010
Mr & Mrs Stricklnad, I don't know if you would remember me but I dated Keith almost 40 years ago. He was a nice guy and the two of you were always very nice to me as well. I was so very sorry to hear of his death. You are in my prayers.
Gina Gantt Morris
Louise Betcher
May 28, 2010
Mr. Bob and Mildred: I am so sorry to learn about the loss of your son. Just last week we were talking, as we worked, about your life which naturally included your telling me about your boys. Please know you are in mine and Lamar's thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Mark Hedrick
May 27, 2010
I worked with Keith at Lowe's a couple of yrs. ago he was and is a Great Guy. He'll be missed very much.
Mark H.
Andy Barksdale
May 27, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Strickland,
I am so sorry for your loss. Keith was a good man and a good husband. May God's love and glory keep you strong during this difficult time. May all the good memories of Keith bring you comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Andy Barksdale (Keith and Christine's friend in Charlotte, NC)
Ginger Pender Riddle
May 26, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Strickland, Bobby and Patsy, I was so sorry to hear of Keith's death. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda & Cecil Amick
May 26, 2010
Mildred, Bob, and Family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Jeff Prince
May 26, 2010
Christine, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless each of you.
BankUnited Inv. Services
May 26, 2010
Christine,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you. May your memories bring you comfort.
Betty Lee
May 26, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty & Battey Lee
Davis Lake
Keeta Durham
May 26, 2010
My dear Christine, Robert, Mildred and Family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You. My sisters and me send our love.
Nancy Beckham Craps
May 26, 2010
Robert, Mildred, and Family, My heart is breaking for your lost. Know my thought and prayers are with you. Remember Keith will always be with you, in your heart, your memory, he will be the angel that meets you one day. He will walk beside you in your sorrow. He knows how much he was loved and he loved you also. He will be deeply missed by all who was touched by his friendship, compassion, and love. Know we where all blessed, for the Lord to give us Keith to know and love if only for a short time. God bless you, he will keep you in his arms to hold you strong thru the next few days in your sorrow. Your sorrow is also my sorrow so if there is anything I can do for you. I'm only a phone card away.
May 26, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time. I pray that God will wrap his arms around your family and comfort you. Ken Shull (Goose Creek, SC)
Courtney Cripps
May 26, 2010
My prayers go out to the whole family in this time of loss. Keith is my cousin and we've never been close, but I do know he was a great man! My heart goes out to Christine and to Uncle Robert and Aunt Mildred. I love you all.
Charlie Blakeney
May 26, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Showing 1 - 17 of 17 results
Make a Donation
in William Strickland's name
Memorial Events
for William Strickland
Funeral services provided by:
Carolina Funeral Service & Cremation Center5505 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28212
How to support William's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor William Strickland's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
