David Glenn Strickland

1958 - 2022

David Glenn Strickland
October 16, 1958 - June 8, 2022
Columbia , South Carolina - Mr. David Glenn Strickland, affectionately known as "Dee" and "Strick," was born in Baltimore, MD, on October 16, 1958.
David was an outstanding football player and proud alumnus of Warwick High School in Newport News, VA. His effectiveness as an offensive lineman resulted in his receiving a full scholarship to Elizabeth City State University (ECSU). The friends made while there became his second family.
David started his professional career in city of Newport News, VA in the Purchasing Department. From there, he went to the Sheriff's Department, where we worked as a Courtroom Deputy Sheriff. In 1987, he moved to the Juvenile Detention Center. He advanced in the department and held positions including Acting Deputy Director and Nighttime Coordinator of Juvenile Services, which required supervising all secure and less secure services locations in the city of Newport News. He received the Outstanding Supervisor Award on numerous occasions. During his time in Newport News, he also worked for the Department of Juvenile Justice for the State of Virginia as well as the Department of Juvenile Services for the City of Chesapeake. Prior to retirement in 2008, he held the position of Intake Coordinator at the Newport News Department of Juvenile Services.
David was a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. He was initiated on August 26, 1983 by Alpha Alpha Chapter in Newport News, VA. He transferred to the Omicron Phi Chapter upon relocating to Columbia, SC. David participated in local and national community service projects such as the Million Man March in 1995. He continued his love of education and ECSU until his passing by providing scholarships for incoming freshman in the School of Education & Business and donating to the 1982 ECSU Alumni Class scholarship. David was present at every ECSU Homecoming and CIAA tournament cheering on the Vikings.
David had a strong faith in God and called Antioch A.M.E. Zion Church in Eastover, SC home from his move to South Carolina until his passing. He was known for his uncanny ability to network and connect with others especially as it relates to the uplifting and wellbeing of young adults and people with hidden talents. David was also a family man who mentored and supported younger family members as well as kids of coworkers and friends to further their education. He was a resourceful person who never met a stranger. He enjoyed researching and learning about antique cars, often called "hoopties," and watching football, especially, his beloved New England Patriots. His jokes, humor, and hearty laugh will be deeply missed.
David peacefully transitioned on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. He was preceded in death by his mother, M. Geneva Strickland; sister, Denise "Pebbles" Johnson; aunt, I. Evangeline Strickland; and great uncle, Wilbert Strickland, Sr.
Mr. David Strickland is survived by his devoted wife of almost 22 years, Dr. Felicia Scott-Strickland, of Columbia, SC; daughters, Karen M. Johnson of Quantico, VA, and Dr. Sylvia Best of Newport News, VA; granddaughter, Sarah Best-Young (6) of Newport News, VA; great aunts, Bessie Horne of Durham, NC, Nona Strickland Jones of Fayetteville, NC, and Sharon Strickland Urquhart Richardson of Newport News, VA; great uncle, Norman Urquhart of Atlanta, GA; niece, Ebony Strickland; nephew, Michael Johnson; three great nephews, Javion Strickland, Zumari Strickland, and Jori Strickland; great niece, Adaja Strickland, all of whom from Newport News, VA; and father- and mother-in-law, Dr. Robert "Dad" Scott and Dr. Cathine Scott of Blythewood, SC.
A celebration of life will be held in Newport News, VA. A date and location will be announced.