Celebrating the life of
Paul D. Strickler
July 05, 1927 - February 09, 2012
Paul D. Strickler
SAVANNAH – Paul Donovan Strickler, 84, died Thursday, February 9, 2012, at The Oaks at The Marshes of Skidaway Island.
Paul was the only son of Guy and Maurie Strickler of Knox City, MO. He graduated from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, MO in 1949 with a B.A. in Chemistry. His degree was interrupted in 1945 with a short stint in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He attended the University of Missouri in Columbia, MO and graduated in 1952 with a Masters degree in Chemistry.
Mr. Strickler went to work for Spencer Chemical Company and then Gulf Oil which later became Chevron Oil. He was a member and elder of the Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church; a member of the Landings Club; of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity; American Chemical Society; American Men of Science; a founding member of the Skidaway Island Kiwanis Club; and the local Habitat for Humanity Group; as well as a member of several commercial organizations.
In 1948 Paul married Dorothy Sue Hall of Clarence, MO. They lived primarily in Kansas City, MO and Pittsburgh, PA before moving to The Landings, Skidaway Island, Savannah, GA in 1986. In 1995 he and "Dottie" spent several months in Houston, TX where he received a heart transplant.
He is survived by his wife "Dottie"; a daughter, Laura Trotter Greg, of Orlando, FL; a daughter-in-law, Glenda Strickler of Moberly, MO; two granddaughters, Shannon Forester and Tobi Strickler; four great-grandchildren, Eli, Shelby, and Hayley Forester and Beau Garrett; sister, Carolyn Simpson Doyle; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Strickler was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Hall Strickler.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 13, 2012, at Skidaway Island Presbyterian Church.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Heart Exchange Support Group Inc., 6720 Bertner Ave., MC 4-129, Houston, TX, 77030.
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Dottie, I'm very sorry to hear about Paul's death. I spent many times at their home in Knox City, Mo. I still stay in contact with Carolyn. Our prayers are with you. Love, Wanda Benner Sparks
- Wanda Benner Sparks, Kirksville, MO
To all the family, We only met Paul a few times in Orlando, but in those brief times we thought he was a great guy. We send our love to all the family during this time of his passing. Dick and Carol Gregor
- Richard Gregor, Orlando, NH
Dear Dottie and family, We were so sorry to learn of Paul's death. I have many fond memories of our Strickler cousins and always looked up to Paul as one to admire. He always left me with an impression of quiet strength and goodness. We remember several pleasant visits when your home was in Kansas City. Please know that our thoughts are with you and all your family at this difficult time. Love, John and Joan Strickler
- John K. Strickler, Manhattan, KS
I am so sorry for your loss, Aunt Dottie. I will be praying for you. I am sorry, that I could not be there. Much love, Natalie
- Natalie Simpson, Stroud, OK
Dear Dottie--Please accept our sympathy on your loss. When we were little, getting together with Paul was high on our agenda on our summer trips to Knox City. He was very patient with four little adoring boy cousins. We have great memories of those trips and Paul, not to mention so many years since. Again, our deepest sympathy. Love, Bob and Sue Strickler
- Bob Strickler, Kansas City, MO
Laura, Please know that those of us at Orlando Monthly Meeting are holding you and your family in the Light at this very difficult time. Lots and lots of love to you, Chris Laning
- Chris Laning, Orlando, FL
Dear Mrs.Strickler, I am very sorry about the passing of Paul.He will be missed by many people who knew him.You will be in my prayers.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Paul was a very special man, always quiet, always perceptive. Fred and I felt that he was a dear friend. He was certainly an inspiration to both of us.
- Elizabeth Hinesley, Athens, GA
we are sending our sincere sympathy. we are all thinking of you. wish we could be there. helen oldfather and her family sends her sympathy also.
- vernon ruth sherrie jason curtis Zuspann family, edina/kirksville, MO
Dottie, I'm very sorry to hear about Paul's death. I spent many times at their home in Knox City, Mo. I still stay in contact with Carolyn. Our prayers are with you. Love, Wanda Benner Sparks
- Wanda Benner Sparks, Kirksville, MO
To all the family, We only met Paul a few times in Orlando, but in those brief times we thought he was a great guy. We send our love to all the family during this time of his passing. Dick and Carol Gregor
- Richard Gregor, Orlando, NH
Dear Dottie and family, We were so sorry to learn of Paul's death. I have many fond memories of our Strickler cousins and always looked up to Paul as one to admire. He always left me with an impression of quiet strength and goodness. We remember several pleasant visits when your home was in Kansas City. Please know that our thoughts are with you and all your family at this difficult time. Love, John and Joan Strickler
- John K. Strickler, Manhattan, KS
I am so sorry for your loss, Aunt Dottie. I will be praying for you. I am sorry, that I could not be there. Much love, Natalie
- Natalie Simpson, Stroud, OK
Dear Dottie--Please accept our sympathy on your loss. When we were little, getting together with Paul was high on our agenda on our summer trips to Knox City. He was very patient with four little adoring boy cousins. We have great memories of those trips and Paul, not to mention so many years since. Again, our deepest sympathy. Love, Bob and Sue Strickler
- Bob Strickler, Kansas City, MO
Laura, Please know that those of us at Orlando Monthly Meeting are holding you and your family in the Light at this very difficult time. Lots and lots of love to you, Chris Laning
- Chris Laning, Orlando, FL
Dear Mrs.Strickler, I am very sorry about the passing of Paul.He will be missed by many people who knew him.You will be in my prayers.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Paul was a very special man, always quiet, always perceptive. Fred and I felt that he was a dear friend. He was certainly an inspiration to both of us.
- Elizabeth Hinesley, Athens, GA
we are sending our sincere sympathy. we are all thinking of you. wish we could be there. helen oldfather and her family sends her sympathy also.
- vernon ruth sherrie jason curtis Zuspann family, edina/kirksville, MO
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
