May you rest in peace BOOBOO BEAR

- DONNA AND DAN SCHAFER, SAVANNAH, GA

Bear was always able to bring a smile to my face! He was loved by all and will be truly missed. My sympathies to his extended family and may God bless you all.

- Richard Hinely, Savannah, GA

With sympathy, Aggie McCullough

- Aggie McCullough, Savannah, GA

Aloha a hui ho Bear! My deepest sympathy goes to the family.

- Patrick Pogue, Savannah, GA

I have great memories of Bear.As young kids going to school at blesssed sacrement,riding the carpool everyday was filled with fun.Bear coming over to the dock during summer months and holiday cookouts I will miss.He was a great friend of mine and my family.God bless!

- Joey Costa, savannah, GA

Your friend forever. You will always be remembered. Your Friend, Sparky Strickland

- Sparky Strickland, Richmond Hill, GA

I sure am going to miss my sweet cousin Bear! You don't meet people everyday with as big of a heart as he had. When I was around him, if he didn't have a huge smile on his face then there were tears coming down his face...these were tears of joy and happiness or tears for his loved ones when the family was done visiting. He was filled with so much emotion that you couldn't help but feed off of! I am happy he is at peace now and will really miss him! Love you Bear!

- Jamie Cooler, Tampa, FL

RIP BEAR

- Cody Duncan, savannah, GA

God Bless Bear! I will never forget him, as a friend, as a wonderful person and as an inspiration to us all! Time for a celebration of his life, he would love that! A special angel in Heaven. Thanks for the memories.

- Lisa Skoglind, Savannah, GA

To KNOW Bear was to LOVE Bear. It's as simple as that. He was the sweetest most genuine person I have ever known. Throughout the past thirty years, Bear remained in my heart. On frequent occassion, I would just spontaneously think of him and wonder how he was doing. I tried to search for him via computer social networks..to no avail. I would give most anything to have had the honor of being in frequent contact with him over the years. I will forever remember his remarkable strength, gentle kindness...his walk...and beautiful, welcoming smile. Those around him now, are surely very lucky. My condolences go out to all that knew and loved this beautiful man. Gina

- Gina Bird, Chelsea, AL

In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place, That no one could ever fill. Your coz, Belinda

- Belinda Polk, Savannah, GA

Bear - you were a wonderful person that blessed all of us with your presence. You gave a lot of us pleasant memories and taught us how to be strong through life's hurdles. You will be missed, but you are in peace now. God Bless You!

- Lynn Sloan, Troy, AL

Go be with the Lord bear- I will miss you.

- charlie dobbertin, savannah, GA

Piranha will be missed greatly by all the original island boys. I'll never forget all that crazy shit we used to do and it's a wonder any of us are still alive. Those were the most fun years of my life and Piranha will always be in the center of those memories.

- Croc, Richmond Hill, GA

With sympathy, Aggie McCullough

- Aggie McCullough, Savannah, GA

Bear was always able to bring a smile to my face! He was loved by all and will be truly missed. My sympathies to his extended family and may God bless you all.

- Richard Hinely, Savannah, GA

May you rest in peace BOOBOO BEAR

- DONNA AND DAN SCHAFER, SAVANNAH, GA

I was a friend of Bear's in High School. His smile always comes to mind.I will miss him.My prayers go out to to his family.RIP

- Gregory Elmgren, ,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a big, beautiful, and happy smile. Patty Hagin Dixon

- Patty Hagin Dixon, Savannah, GA

Ahh where to start, Bear & I became friends in High School and looking back I wish we had spent more time together. He was such a caring gentle soul. Always thoughtful and thinking of others even though he had been through so much himself. I had not seen him in forever but still remember some of our talks. May he rest in peace..Love you Bear..

- Roxanne Weil Misterka, Covington, GA

I sure am going to miss my sweet cousin Bear! You don't meet people everyday with as big of a heart as he had. When I was around him, if he didn't have a huge smile on his face then there were tears coming down his face...these were tears of joy and happiness or tears for his loved ones when the family was done visiting. He was filled with so much emotion that you couldn't help but feed off of! I am happy he is at peace now and will really miss him! Love you Bear!

- Jamie Cooler, Tampa, FL

Your friend forever. You will always be remembered. Your Friend, Sparky Strickland

- Sparky Strickland, Richmond Hill, GA

I have great memories of Bear.As young kids going to school at blesssed sacrement,riding the carpool everyday was filled with fun.Bear coming over to the dock during summer months and holiday cookouts I will miss.He was a great friend of mine and my family.God bless!

- Joey Costa, savannah, GA

Aloha a hui ho Bear! My deepest sympathy goes to the family.

- Patrick Pogue, Savannah, GA

Bear, i think about you often, i miss seeing you from time to time, your always in my heart, and ill always have our memories of us growing up. love you lisa.

- lisa shiloski, ,

Bear was one of the nicest and most genuine people on the face of the earth. He will be sadly missed but fondley remembered.

- Noel Fillingim, Townsend, GA

Go be with the Lord bear- I will miss you.

- charlie dobbertin, savannah, GA

Rest in Peace Bear. All that got to meet you knew you were great

- Kim Smith, ,

Bear - you were a wonderful person that blessed all of us with your presence. You gave a lot of us pleasant memories and taught us how to be strong through life's hurdles. You will be missed, but you are in peace now. God Bless You!

- Lynn Sloan, Troy, AL

I can remember when Bear was sick in the hospital when we were in school and we had to sneak in to see him and deliver a very large teddy bear...it was so funny. he really enjoyed it! Godspeed Bear-you will be so missed...

- tracey koskie, atlanta, GA

My deepest condolences. I have known Bear for over 25 years and always thought the world of him. He made me laugh, smile, and yes even cuss sometimes. I have alot of old memories of him and he was 1 of a kind. Heaven is getting a good man! My heart goes out to the family and other friends. He will be missed. God Bless.

- Trenda Brown Ivey, ,

i remember when bear was sick in high school pulled through it all. very strong guy. his smile would light up a room and his attitude was that of a champion . i will miss you bear jesus has got a speacial place in heaven for you .

- Glenn Govero, St. Louis, MO

In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place, That no one could ever fill. Your coz, Belinda

- Belinda Polk, Savannah, GA

To KNOW Bear was to LOVE Bear. It's as simple as that. He was the sweetest most genuine person I have ever known. Throughout the past thirty years, Bear remained in my heart. On frequent occassion, I would just spontaneously think of him and wonder how he was doing. I tried to search for him via computer social networks..to no avail. I would give most anything to have had the honor of being in frequent contact with him over the years. I will forever remember his remarkable strength, gentle kindness...his walk...and beautiful, welcoming smile. Those around him now, are surely very lucky. My condolences go out to all that knew and loved this beautiful man. Gina

- Gina Bird, Chelsea, AL

God Bless Bear! I will never forget him, as a friend, as a wonderful person and as an inspiration to us all! Time for a celebration of his life, he would love that! A special angel in Heaven. Thanks for the memories.

- Lisa Skoglind, Savannah, GA

RIP BEAR

- Cody Duncan, savannah, GA

Bear was a great person and always a pleasure to be around the world was lucky to have had such a wonderful person he will be miss RIP

- Jed Sikes, Svannah, GA

Bear was one of the most kind and caring people I have ever known. Would give you the shirt off his back.

- Rachel Traub, ,

Bear and I were friends in high school. I remember some fun times. He had many obstacles in life very early. Now he can rest. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

- Karen Glover Martin, Brooklet, GA

Knew Bear for a bit a few years ago and have to say he was such a kind, caring soul. I know he is so happy to be with his mom who he missed and loved so much. Heaven has yet another angel from the island!

- Erin Brennan, ,

Rest in Peace Bear !! You will be missed !!

- Paul Hagin and Leslie Smith, ,

He was a very goodperson. Let nothing gt hime down R.I.P BEAR

- Melenda McCumber Henninge, ,

We will miss Bear Dearly, Our Prayers go out to His Family

- Paula Snowden, ,

Bear and I were friends in high school and although I haven't seen Bear in many years now I am sure he maintained the same positive outlook on life over the years that he had when we were teenagers. He was an inspiration to us all! My heartfelt condolences go out to the Strickland family. May God bless you and keep you in the days to come!

- Janet Sego Lee, Savannah, GA

Although I went to high school with Bear I have not seen him in a very long time. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

- Julie Schambach, Savannah, GA

Rest in Peace Bear! My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones.

- Laura A. Neese, ,

God speed to you friend, you will be missed.

- Kimberley Gatch, Guyton, GA

I spent my childhood with Bear. He always had a smile on his face. He was and is the strongest person that I have ever known. It has been many years since I have seen him, but my sister and I always reminisce and Bear is always in one of the stories. My hearfelt blessing and condolences go out to his family. RIP Bear, you will always be rembered and loved.

- Robin Taylor Russell, Fort Irwin, CA

I haven't seen or spoken with Bear since High School but we were good friends in those days. He was a free spirited person that let nothing get him down. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

- Leslie McCord Youngblood, Birmingham, AL

May you rest in peace BOOBOO BEAR

- DONNA AND DAN SCHAFER, SAVANNAH, GA

Bear was always able to bring a smile to my face! He was loved by all and will be truly missed. My sympathies to his extended family and may God bless you all.

- Richard Hinely, Savannah, GA

With sympathy, Aggie McCullough

- Aggie McCullough, Savannah, GA

Aloha a hui ho Bear! My deepest sympathy goes to the family.

- Patrick Pogue, Savannah, GA

I have great memories of Bear.As young kids going to school at blesssed sacrement,riding the carpool everyday was filled with fun.Bear coming over to the dock during summer months and holiday cookouts I will miss.He was a great friend of mine and my family.God bless!

- Joey Costa, savannah, GA

Your friend forever. You will always be remembered. Your Friend, Sparky Strickland

- Sparky Strickland, Richmond Hill, GA

I sure am going to miss my sweet cousin Bear! You don't meet people everyday with as big of a heart as he had. When I was around him, if he didn't have a huge smile on his face then there were tears coming down his face...these were tears of joy and happiness or tears for his loved ones when the family was done visiting. He was filled with so much emotion that you couldn't help but feed off of! I am happy he is at peace now and will really miss him! Love you Bear!

- Jamie Cooler, Tampa, FL

RIP BEAR

- Cody Duncan, savannah, GA

God Bless Bear! I will never forget him, as a friend, as a wonderful person and as an inspiration to us all! Time for a celebration of his life, he would love that! A special angel in Heaven. Thanks for the memories.

- Lisa Skoglind, Savannah, GA

To KNOW Bear was to LOVE Bear. It's as simple as that. He was the sweetest most genuine person I have ever known. Throughout the past thirty years, Bear remained in my heart. On frequent occassion, I would just spontaneously think of him and wonder how he was doing. I tried to search for him via computer social networks..to no avail. I would give most anything to have had the honor of being in frequent contact with him over the years. I will forever remember his remarkable strength, gentle kindness...his walk...and beautiful, welcoming smile. Those around him now, are surely very lucky. My condolences go out to all that knew and loved this beautiful man. Gina

- Gina Bird, Chelsea, AL

In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place, That no one could ever fill. Your coz, Belinda

- Belinda Polk, Savannah, GA

Bear - you were a wonderful person that blessed all of us with your presence. You gave a lot of us pleasant memories and taught us how to be strong through life's hurdles. You will be missed, but you are in peace now. God Bless You!

- Lynn Sloan, Troy, AL

Go be with the Lord bear- I will miss you.

- charlie dobbertin, savannah, GA

Piranha will be missed greatly by all the original island boys. I'll never forget all that crazy shit we used to do and it's a wonder any of us are still alive. Those were the most fun years of my life and Piranha will always be in the center of those memories.

- Croc, Richmond Hill, GA

With sympathy, Aggie McCullough

- Aggie McCullough, Savannah, GA

Bear was always able to bring a smile to my face! He was loved by all and will be truly missed. My sympathies to his extended family and may God bless you all.

- Richard Hinely, Savannah, GA

May you rest in peace BOOBOO BEAR

- DONNA AND DAN SCHAFER, SAVANNAH, GA

I was a friend of Bear's in High School. His smile always comes to mind.I will miss him.My prayers go out to to his family.RIP

- Gregory Elmgren, ,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a big, beautiful, and happy smile. Patty Hagin Dixon

- Patty Hagin Dixon, Savannah, GA

Ahh where to start, Bear & I became friends in High School and looking back I wish we had spent more time together. He was such a caring gentle soul. Always thoughtful and thinking of others even though he had been through so much himself. I had not seen him in forever but still remember some of our talks. May he rest in peace..Love you Bear..

- Roxanne Weil Misterka, Covington, GA

I sure am going to miss my sweet cousin Bear! You don't meet people everyday with as big of a heart as he had. When I was around him, if he didn't have a huge smile on his face then there were tears coming down his face...these were tears of joy and happiness or tears for his loved ones when the family was done visiting. He was filled with so much emotion that you couldn't help but feed off of! I am happy he is at peace now and will really miss him! Love you Bear!

- Jamie Cooler, Tampa, FL

Your friend forever. You will always be remembered. Your Friend, Sparky Strickland

- Sparky Strickland, Richmond Hill, GA

I have great memories of Bear.As young kids going to school at blesssed sacrement,riding the carpool everyday was filled with fun.Bear coming over to the dock during summer months and holiday cookouts I will miss.He was a great friend of mine and my family.God bless!

- Joey Costa, savannah, GA

Aloha a hui ho Bear! My deepest sympathy goes to the family.

- Patrick Pogue, Savannah, GA

Bear, i think about you often, i miss seeing you from time to time, your always in my heart, and ill always have our memories of us growing up. love you lisa.

- lisa shiloski, ,

Bear was one of the nicest and most genuine people on the face of the earth. He will be sadly missed but fondley remembered.

- Noel Fillingim, Townsend, GA

Go be with the Lord bear- I will miss you.

- charlie dobbertin, savannah, GA

Rest in Peace Bear. All that got to meet you knew you were great

- Kim Smith, ,

Bear - you were a wonderful person that blessed all of us with your presence. You gave a lot of us pleasant memories and taught us how to be strong through life's hurdles. You will be missed, but you are in peace now. God Bless You!

- Lynn Sloan, Troy, AL

I can remember when Bear was sick in the hospital when we were in school and we had to sneak in to see him and deliver a very large teddy bear...it was so funny. he really enjoyed it! Godspeed Bear-you will be so missed...

- tracey koskie, atlanta, GA

My deepest condolences. I have known Bear for over 25 years and always thought the world of him. He made me laugh, smile, and yes even cuss sometimes. I have alot of old memories of him and he was 1 of a kind. Heaven is getting a good man! My heart goes out to the family and other friends. He will be missed. God Bless.

- Trenda Brown Ivey, ,

i remember when bear was sick in high school pulled through it all. very strong guy. his smile would light up a room and his attitude was that of a champion . i will miss you bear jesus has got a speacial place in heaven for you .

- Glenn Govero, St. Louis, MO

In life I loved you dearly, In death I love you still. In my heart you hold a place, That no one could ever fill. Your coz, Belinda

- Belinda Polk, Savannah, GA

To KNOW Bear was to LOVE Bear. It's as simple as that. He was the sweetest most genuine person I have ever known. Throughout the past thirty years, Bear remained in my heart. On frequent occassion, I would just spontaneously think of him and wonder how he was doing. I tried to search for him via computer social networks..to no avail. I would give most anything to have had the honor of being in frequent contact with him over the years. I will forever remember his remarkable strength, gentle kindness...his walk...and beautiful, welcoming smile. Those around him now, are surely very lucky. My condolences go out to all that knew and loved this beautiful man. Gina

- Gina Bird, Chelsea, AL

God Bless Bear! I will never forget him, as a friend, as a wonderful person and as an inspiration to us all! Time for a celebration of his life, he would love that! A special angel in Heaven. Thanks for the memories.

- Lisa Skoglind, Savannah, GA

RIP BEAR

- Cody Duncan, savannah, GA

Bear was a great person and always a pleasure to be around the world was lucky to have had such a wonderful person he will be miss RIP

- Jed Sikes, Svannah, GA

Bear was one of the most kind and caring people I have ever known. Would give you the shirt off his back.

- Rachel Traub, ,

Bear and I were friends in high school. I remember some fun times. He had many obstacles in life very early. Now he can rest. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

- Karen Glover Martin, Brooklet, GA

Knew Bear for a bit a few years ago and have to say he was such a kind, caring soul. I know he is so happy to be with his mom who he missed and loved so much. Heaven has yet another angel from the island!

- Erin Brennan, ,

Rest in Peace Bear !! You will be missed !!

- Paul Hagin and Leslie Smith, ,

He was a very goodperson. Let nothing gt hime down R.I.P BEAR

- Melenda McCumber Henninge, ,

We will miss Bear Dearly, Our Prayers go out to His Family

- Paula Snowden, ,

Bear and I were friends in high school and although I haven't seen Bear in many years now I am sure he maintained the same positive outlook on life over the years that he had when we were teenagers. He was an inspiration to us all! My heartfelt condolences go out to the Strickland family. May God bless you and keep you in the days to come!

- Janet Sego Lee, Savannah, GA

Although I went to high school with Bear I have not seen him in a very long time. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

- Julie Schambach, Savannah, GA

Rest in Peace Bear! My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones.

- Laura A. Neese, ,

God speed to you friend, you will be missed.

- Kimberley Gatch, Guyton, GA

I spent my childhood with Bear. He always had a smile on his face. He was and is the strongest person that I have ever known. It has been many years since I have seen him, but my sister and I always reminisce and Bear is always in one of the stories. My hearfelt blessing and condolences go out to his family. RIP Bear, you will always be rembered and loved.

- Robin Taylor Russell, Fort Irwin, CA

I haven't seen or spoken with Bear since High School but we were good friends in those days. He was a free spirited person that let nothing get him down. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

- Leslie McCord Youngblood, Birmingham, AL