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Harold D. Strickland: Newspaper Obituary and Death Notice
Charleston Daily Mail (WV) - October 11, 2010
Deceased Name: Harold D. Strickland
Harold D. Strickland, 87, of Elkview passed into the arms of his Heavenly Father on Friday, October 8, 2010, surrounded by his loving family and friends.
He was born June 25, 1923, along with his twin brother, Darold, to the late Clara and L.D. Strickland.
Harold served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He enjoyed sharing his military stories with everyone. He and his twin brother Darold operated a taxi service before they began their career with Union Carbide, where he had 43 years of service. One of his favorite pastimes was sitting by the construction site of I-79 that was being constructed through Elkview. He also enjoyed building houses, and helping on construction jobs for the church. He was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Elkview.
He was preceded in death by his late brothers, Charles of Elkview, Herbert of St. Albans, Hobert of Florida and twin Darold of Elkview; and sister, Juanita Hopper of Michigan.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 64 years, Julia Arbutus Paul Strickland.
They were blessed with five children, Harold and Charlotte Strickland of Cross Lanes, Carolyn and Gary Spurgeon of Jane Lew, Gary and Elva Strickland of Pinch, Joe and Nancy Strickland of Charleston, and Diane and Ray Kinder of Pinch.
He enjoyed his time with his 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. His dog, Jackie, brought much joy into his life. He was also survived by sisters, Opal Rose of Clendenin, Pauline Humphreys of Elkview, Helen Jones of Florida, and Retha Auxier of Elkview.
The family would like to especially thank Sherri and Jerry Shafer, their loving neighbors, and Hubbard Hospice House and staff for the wonderful care and help they have provided.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Elkview, with Pastor Lee Swor officiating. Burial will be in Elk Hills Memorial Park, Big Chimney, with military graveside rites conducted by American Legion Post 61, Clendenin.
Family and friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, October 11, 2010, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Elkview.
The family wishes to express that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Kennawa Drive, Charleston, WV 25311.
Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net.
Hafer Funeral Home, Elkview, is in charge of the arrangements. Page: P10A
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