Phyllis "Burke" Strickland

Phyllis "Burke" Strickland obituary

Phyllis "Burke" Strickland

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16

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Phyllis Strickland Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd. on Mar. 7, 2026.
Phyllis (Burke) Strickland, 61 passed away peacefully on March 2nd 2026.

Phyllis was the daughter of Robert and Patricia Burke (Carney) and was born in Germantown PA. She graduated from Saul high school. She enjoyed flamingos, dolphins, music and being with friends and family as well as her beloved Sable and Nemo (cats) and many more.

Wife of husband Mark E. Strickland Sr., Beloved mother of Mark E. Strickland Jr. Survived by Robert and Meah Burke. She is predeceased by Philip and Elizabeth Carney, Pauline, Alan and Richard Burke. She is also survived by many Aunts, Uncles, Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, friends and many more.

Relatives and friends are invited to her Visitation on Monday March 16th, 2026 9-11am at O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E Springfield Rd, Springfield PA 19064.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

16

Visitation

9:00 a.m.

O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd

640 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA 19064

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Services provided by

O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd.