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Mitchell STRICKLAND Obituary
Born in Tabor City, N.C., he moved to the Peninsula with his family in 1952. He was a 1962 graduate of Newport News High School. He developed an interest in cars while still in high school that continued throughout his life. He worked for Hutchens Chevrolet for more than 20 years. His greatest love was drag racing, and he spent many happy hours at the track or working on his race car. In his later years, he enjoyed spending time at home with his family and working in his garage.
He was a loving husband, brother, uncle, stepfather and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Brenda; stepchildren, Dara Dempsey, James Hautz (Leslie), Jeremy Hautz (Lauren) and Jason Pully (Kim); and his grandchildren, Brittnie, Katelyn, Andruw, Jay, Amy, and Mary. He is also survived by his sister, Sylvia Strickland and her husband, Jimmy; and brothers, Harry Strickland, Richard Strickland, Dennis Strickland; nieces, Robin Green and Lisa Jones; great-niece, Lauren; nephew, Randy Strickland and wife, Sandi; and great-nephew, Trent.
He was preceded in death by his father, John J. Strickland; his mother, Alice Gore Strickland; and a nephew, James Strickland Jr.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, Sept. 11, at 10 a.m. at Wallace Memorial United Methodist Church in Fox Hill. A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. following visitation. Friends and family are invited to the home after the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Cremation Society of Virginia is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mitchell STRICKLAND
Sandy & George Owen
September 16, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Marie Harper-Jenkins
September 10, 2010
Strickland Family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I used to live just down the street from the Strickland's and went to school with Dennis. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time...
September 10, 2010
We have known Mickey for many, many years, He was a great guy and and quite a character, in the best sense of the word. We recently had a get together, after repairing a boat and a Corvette, (In Gloucester) it was great fun talking about "The Old Days".Our thoughts go out to the family.
Greg Bauer, Bob Clements, John Caulley and Jimmy Rowe.
Julia Sadler
September 10, 2010
Sorry to hear of Mickey's passing. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts. ~Your old friend...
Anita Hensley
September 9, 2010
The world has lost a real genuine man. He was a great cousin and friend, and if he judged people he kept it to himself. I am very happy that Mickey found the love of his life, Brenda, before his life ended. I will truly miss him!
Vince Grella
September 8, 2010
I worked with Mickey many years ago at Hutchens Chevrolet, He was a great guy and great technician. Between him and Pete at the shop we had many great times.He taught me so much about the trade. He will be missed. I did see him in the past few years a number of times It was like old times. Good luck to the family !!!!!!!
Belinda Langston
September 8, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Mickey's passing. I have known the family for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 8, 2010
I worked and raced and played with Mickey for many years. A better friend you could not have. He taught me the fine art of auto repare. I never saw a a better auto tech in my many years doing the same job. I am sure he will be missed. Best luck to his brothers. Peter C Drake
nancy s
September 8, 2010
i'm so sorry to hear of mickey's passing. i had lost contact w/him since i moved from the area. i'll always have fond memories. he was always there if u needed him all u had to do was call. i hope he knew how much we all loved him. i have only good memories. rest in peace my friend.
Mary Richardson
September 7, 2010
Brenda, just to let you know you are in my prayers. May you find comfort in knowing Mickey is in a better place. May the memories you two shared help ease your pain. God be with you.
September 7, 2010
Mickey ,YOU ARE SADLY MISSED BY DWAYNE AND HIS MOTHER. YOU WERE A WONDERFUL FRIEND. YOU HELPED DWAYNE AND I IN SO MANY WAYS AND DWAYNE HELPED YOU WHEN YOU NEEDED HIM. HE WAS ALWAYS THERE. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.OUR LOVE GOES OUT TO BRENDA AND FAMILY. WE LOVE YOU,DOT AND DWAYNE WADE.
JESSE HEWITT II
September 3, 2010
To know micky is to know he was a man of few words but one of the only people in the world that would give you the shirt off of his back and fix your car better than when you bought it. My prayers go out to Brenda and the family. Micky will be sadly missed and I know I will miss those wild comments he always made. I do know in my heart there will be a Big-Block Chevy motor in a Hotrod with a man eating mints watching over Brenda and her entire family everyday. I WILL MISS YOU MICK. JESSE HEWITT II NNFD
Debbie Kercher
September 3, 2010
May you find some solace and comfort in the memories of good times shared together and the knowledge that Mickey is now at peace.
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