Robert B. Strickland

1928 ∼ 2012

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Robert "Strick" Strickland passed away on Friday June 22, 2012 at MD Anderson. Strick, son of John and Kathleen Strickland, was born in Tarpan Springs, Florida on Aug. 11, 1928. He received a Bachelor of Science, Chemistry from North Georgia College and a commission as 2nd Lt. in the Army Reserves. Strick then served his country as 1st Lieutenant in the US Army.

Strick retired from EI Dupont Orange where he worked from 1955 to 1995 as their plastics specialist and international consultant. He belonged to the Society of Plastic Engineers and served as a past section president. Strick also served in the community as President of the Orange Community Band, a member of the Orange Lions Club, Beaumont Citizens Police Academy and Citizens on Patrol.

Strick is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, and children Alan and Dale Strickland, Evelyn Smith and Debbie Manshack, Stanley, Ted and Greg Shipper, and Cindy Shipper McMurrey. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, one sister and many friends.

Funeral Services will be held at Claybar Funeral Home in Beaumont, TX on Tuesday, June 26 at 3pm. A gathering of family and friends will be Monday from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Music will be provided by his beloved Orange Community Band friends. Burial will be at Haven of Rest Cemetery on Hwy 90 following the service. Tributes and remarks are welcome.

Those who wish, may make contributions to the Orange Community Band in care of Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home.

Condolences

Anonymous June 26, 2012

As an alum of the Police Academy and a member of the citizen In Action, we will all miss him. My condolences to you all as I just lost my Mother of 93 years last month so I know just how hard it is now. Dale Hallmark##imported-begin##Dale Hallmark##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

Strick, We have always been proud to call you a friend. Your support through the years has been priceless and you will be remembered and cherished always.##imported-begin##Steve & Kassia Fontenot##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

I had the priviledge of working with Strick and being trained by him. I will always remember what a real class act he was and I will certainly miss him. He was one-of-a-kind and I consider it a blessing to have had the time with him that I did. I pray f##imported-begin##Stephen Daigre##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

On behalf of my grandson, Garret Haag, I want to say how sorry we are for your loss. Strickland was a special friend to Garret and he will miss him greatly. God bless you and your family at this time. Garret and his Maw-maw Stephens##imported-begin##Garret Haag##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

OUT THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ROY AND LYNN MC GRATH##imported-begin##ROY MC GRATH##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

I already miss you my old friend! Lot's of found memories and fun times going through my head. So sorry for this great loss, and my thoughts and prayers are with you Elizabeth and the family! I'm just next door, and always there for you...Darren##imported-begin##Darren Haag##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

Debbie, My Thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything just call. Love Ya, Donna E##imported-begin##Donna Edgerton##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

Debbie, We are so sorry that you lost your dad. It seems like we have grown up together and I know how much you loved and respected him. Our prayers are with you and the boys, Matt and Brad. I hope you know how much he loved you. God Bless, and rememb##imported-begin##Cammie Vincent##imported-end##

Anonymous June 25, 2012

Rick, It's been one heck of a ride; worked with you at DuPont; next door neighbors for several year; hunting trips together; vacationed together. We were great pals and I enjoyed every minute. Your leaving creates one great vacuum in my life, Rick. ##imported-begin##Chick Kratzer##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

Strick, I will always remember your love of music, how you worked to help the Orange Community Band be the best that we could be. I don't know how we can go on with out your guidance. Now you are in the Lord's Heavenly Band. Rest in peace.##imported-begin##Charlesene Smith##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

Bob was one of the best liked men I every worked with at DuPont Lab.He will be missed by all of us that worked with him.Best wishes to all of the family.Bruce##imported-begin##Bruce Bishop##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

He was one of my best friends and a great man. I hope the family finds peace and comfort during this time. -Roy Woods##imported-begin##Roy Woods##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

I worked with Strick forever in 534Lab. Lots of good memories. He will be missed by many people.##imported-begin##Ann Byerly Thompson##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

Enjoyed working with Strick in 534Lab and playing golf with him. Have lots of good memories.##imported-begin##Gerald Thomspon##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

My prayers are with you and your family, Elizabeth. Will miss him at CIA meeting. Love to you.##imported-begin##Mary Caldwell##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

Debbie, You and your family are in my prayers. May the good memories you have of your father be a source of strength. Love, Michael##imported-begin## Michael Corman##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

To your family, Charles, Joette, Rhonda and Suzanne and families offer our sincere condolences to all of you. Strick had a wonderful life and lived it to the fullest. God only picks the best God welcomes him into His transcendental band. Prayers are wi##imported-begin##Joette Webb##imported-end##

Anonymous June 24, 2012

I am sorry old friend that I can't be there. I am grateful to have known you and I always enjoyed visiting and sharing our common interests. So I'll say goodbye. Your good friend. Richard##imported-begin##Richard Grodem##imported-end##

Anonymous June 23, 2012

It has been an honor and priviledge to work and perform with Strick for over 30 years. Now it is time to rest. We'll miss him. My condolences to Elizabeth and the family.##imported-begin##Jonathan Vogt##imported-end##