He worked for Allis-Chalmers (AGCO) from 1974 until they closed in 2000 and made many close friends who gave him the nickname lightning.
He lived in Independence, Missouri but loved spending time in Deepwater
and with all 10 of his grandkids, hunting, fishing, and being on the beach. He also loved to take long rides with his wife listening to music and enjoyed spending time with her. He was a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend and had a one of a kind sense of humor.
He is proceeded in death by his parents Albert C. Strickland and Audrey E. Strickland (Thomas).
He is survived by his loving wife Lanikai Strickland, Sisters’, Mary Terryberry (Dave), Jean Lowery (Don), Son, Eric Savaiinaea (Melissa) Grandchildren Benjamin, Beau and Stella, Daughter, Tanya Killingsworth (Brendon) Jordan, Preston, Zack and Kirryn, Daughter, Terri Jordison (Chris) Connor, Adrianna and Gabrielle, along with lots of Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.
Visitation will be Wednesday May 20, 2020 at 9:00 am at Newcomers Funeral
Home on Noland Rd. Independence, Mo. with burial to follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Deepwater, Mo. at 1:00 pm.
Donations can be made in honor of Thomas D Strickland to Pleasant Valley Cemetery 710 SW Highway HH Montrose, MO 64770.
