Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1938
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
Roy Stricklin Obituary
Yazoo City - Roy Jennings Stricklin passed away peacefully at the age of 81 on April 13, 2019, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Mississippi. He was born in Yazoo City, Mississippi, on January 28, 1938, to Avis Louise (Jennings) Stricklin and Herman Clifford Stricklin.
Mr. Stricklin was a life-long Yazooan, where he farmed and was an avid outdoorsman.
In 1959, he wed Josephine Anne (Luckett) Stricklin, with whom he had three children.
Fondly known as "Opsy" by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, he was a devoted grandfather who never missed a ballgame or special milestone. When he wasn't on the farm or with family, he could often be found hunting various wildlife or casting a fishing line.
Mr. Stricklin is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Joanne; his two brothers, Thomas and Troy Stricklin; and his sister Louise Dixon; three children, Stephanie Goodman (Kenny); Joanna Swaim (Jason); and Jay Stricklin; grandchildren, Breanna Horton (Scott); Kenneth Goodman, Jr. (Haley); Savannah Tirey (Stuart); Laura Catherine Phillips (Brad); Daniel Goodman; Olivia Stricklin; Jared Stricklin; John Ross Swaim and Caroline Swaim; great-grandchildren Wells, Louise and Kate Horton; Anne Archer Goodman; Eleanor Jennings Tirey; Dalton and Devin Pigg.
Services will be Tuesday April 16th with visitation starting at 9:30 A.M. Followed by graveside services at 11:00 A.M. In Glenwood Cemetery where his grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Roy Stricklin
Sponsored by Stricklin-King Funeral Home.
1 Entry
April 15, 2019
Mrs. Joanne, just know that I will keep you and your family in my prayers - I know you have wonderful memories of your life together which will comfort you always! Mary Frances Staton, Jackson, MS
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Roy Stricklin's name
Memorial Events
for Roy Stricklin
Funeral services provided by:
Stricklin-King Funeral Home718 Calhoun Avenue, Yazoo City, MS 39194-3226
How to support Roy'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 Roy Stricklin'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
