Martha Walden Strickland

STRICKLAND Martha Walden Strickland, 67, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on April 23, 2010 after a lengthy illness. She was born on August 22, 1942 in Savannah Georgia and moved to Jacksonville at the age of six. She was the oldest of four children. She attended local schools and was a graduate of Andrew Jackson High School, class of 1960. On March 20, 1964 she married the love of her life and together they had four children. She was the best mother and wife anyone could ever have. Martha had a passion for horses and in her younger years loved riding them and barrel racing at Bit & Spur. She enjoyed garage sales and found great pleasure in the many treasures she would find. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Martha exemplified love in the truest sense. She loved without condition and looked to the hope that each new day would bring. She instilled that love in her family and offered it to everyone she knew. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Paul Strickland. Parents, Duke Walden and Mary Cowan Walden. Children, Mary 'Christie' Strickland (Gene), Paula Strickland Evers (Jeff), Darren A. Strickland (Brenda), Carrie Strickland. Siblings, Jeannie Walden 'Mazza' Prudot, Rosie Walden Booth, Carlton Walden (Rebecca). Grandchildren, Michael, Jordan (Camie), Jake, Dylan, Elijah, Carlie, Emma, Zoe and one great-grandchild Huxlee. Nieces, nephews, cousins and many other loving family members and friends. Services will be Tuesday at 11am at St Peter's Episcopal Church in Fernandina Beach, FL with Reverend Marty Pfab officiating. There will be a reception immediately following the service. 'Marty Mae' will be missed by all forever. Her new journey in paradise has begun.Arrangements by Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com