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Rupert Strickland Obituary
STRICKLAND RUPERT ROBERT STRICKLAND "Bob" TV News Reporter and Anchor (Ret) Suddenly, Friday, September 26, 2008. Devoted husband of Janet Payne Strickland; loving father of Xenia L. Beckford, Lisa Forney, Christopher Bratwaite, Aurelia C., Traci and Robert Strickland and Maurice A. Lacey-Strickland. Bob is also survived by a stepson, Anthony E. Payne, 16 grandchildren, 10 nieces, eight nephews and cherished friends. Family will receive friends on Sunday, October 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at East Washington Heights Baptist Church, 2220 Branch Ave. SE. Funeral services on Monday, October 6 at Memorial Chapel, Fort Myer, VA at 2 p.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery with honors provided by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in his name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the National Capital Area, 10210 Greenbelt Rd., Suite 900, Lanham, MD 20706. Arrangements entrusted to JORDAN FUNERAL SERVICE.
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Gwendolyn Joseph
February 22, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Bob was my longtime friend that was so very gifted and kind!
Chandra Robinson
October 6, 2008
To the Strickland Family,
Bob was someone who gave us the reports we needed with channel 9 news. He was a great asset to our community. We thank you Mr. Strickland for all you gave!
Geraldine Jones
October 6, 2008
Mrs. Strickland & Family,
My thoughts are with you at this time of bereavement. I met Bob in person (I always watched him on Channel 9) at the Brookland Metro Station where he was waiting for someone to pick him up after he had finished reporting on the BIG SNOW that had fallen in October 1998. He was a very personable gentleman. May his soul rest in peace.
Geraldine Jones (resident of the Brookland neighborhood)
Dalton D & Ana Jo Downs
October 4, 2008
Our heartfelt condolences and sympathy are extended to the bereaved family of Rupert Strickland. "Bob", as he was fondly known to family and friends, was a very caring, loving and compassionate man; he was also very reliable, responsible and dependable. He was a fantastic friend. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Sharon Adams
October 4, 2008
I wish to convey my heartfelt condolences to the entire Strickland family and to all his friends and colleages who had the pleasure of working with him. Mr Strickland was such a distinguised and well-spoken 'gentleman'.
Sharon
TV News Enthusiast
Wills
October 4, 2008
You were a good family friend, always willing to help others.
May you soul find rest with Christ.
To the family:
Your loved one is with Christ. May you find comfort in his sanctuary.
The Wills family
W Parker
October 3, 2008
I can remember a time when newscasters were like a part of your family that you sat down with every evening. Bob Strickland was a big part of our family albeit through the TV news, but still someone we will miss.
God's comfort will keep you.
Pamela Johnson
October 3, 2008
Family:
I just saw Bob abut three weeks ago, waving as he came down Carpenter Street. Janice, you may not remember me but we were also neighbors in Fort Lincoln. I think you and Bob had just gotten married. He was a great reporter and anchor and supporter of the Washington community. He will be missed and his generous spirit lives on.
Alexandra Brandenburg
October 3, 2008
I'm so surprised and sorry to hear about Mr. Strickland's death. Traci, I am thinking about you.
A Viewer
October 3, 2008
My deepest condolences to the family of Bob Strickland.
T.B. Washington
October 3, 2008
Just wanted the family to know that I enjoyed the commentation that Bob did via television. He was truly an asset to the television world, and I am sure he will be truly missed by his friends and family.
A TV News watcher
October 3, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Thomas Graham
October 3, 2008
To the Strickland Family -
I was shocked to read of the death of Mr. Strickland. I always enjoyed his television reports. Good memories are a blessing and your faith in God will carry you through.
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