Ross Huber Strickland
February 13, 2014
Of London, passed away peacefully at Parkwood Veterans’ Hospital on Thursday, February 13th, 2014 in his 89th year. He is survived by his loving wife, Doris (nee Bowman), of over 63 years of marriage. He will be missed by his children Paul (Janice), Martha Chouffot (Jacques), Carol Hemphill (Ron), Mark (Sascha), David (Ann) and Peter (Cathy) and his twelve grandchildren Daniel, Jordan, Pierre & Jean-Luc Chouffot, Jeff (Lila), Michael & Aileen (Blaine) Hemphill, Tessa, Ben, Sarah, Matthew and Adam. Predeceased by his parents G. Hudson & Marjorie Strickland of Windsor, brothers Robert Thornton and Barry, sister-in-law Isabel Elston and brothers-in-law Bill Elston & Mait Edgar. Brother-in-law to Mary Edgar, Jim & Shirley Bowman and Louise & Bill Marshall. He was a longtime member of First St. Andrew’s United Church, a Senator at Sunningdale Golf & Country Club, a member of the Western University Senior Alumni Club, a former member and Paul Harris Fellow of Windsor and London Rotary Clubs and current member of the London-Middlesex Kiwanis Club. While still Vice-President of Ex-Cell-O, Canada, he chaired the 1983 Greater London United Way Campaign. After his retirement in 1987, he managed the Canadian Tooling Manufacturing Association for several years, chaired the London & District Diabetes Association Campaign and worked as a volunteer with the Federal Tax Department assisting the Community Living London clients. Special thanks to all of the wonderful people on 5B South, the support staff from the Recreation, Arts, and Physiotherapy departments, various Legion branches, and all of the volunteers who cared so well for him over the past two and a half years at Parkwood. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the memorial service will be conducted on Wednesday, February 19th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Tom Hiscock, First St. Andrew’s, officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkwood Veteran’s Care Foundation, London-Middlesex Kiwanis Benevolent Endowment Fund or a charity of your choice.
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My deepest sympathy and prayers to you and the family.
My condolences and prayers to the you and the whole family.
To Mrs. Strickland, I am sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Strickland. I remember walking with him to the Captain's room of Sunningdale when the two of you would come for lunch and hearing stories from Mr. Strickland while we would wait for you to get there. He will surely be missed around Sunningdale. My prayers and condolences are with you and your family. Taylor Humphrey
Dear Doris I was very sad to learn of Ross's passing and want to send heartfelt condolences to you and your children. Marie Corke
Paul, Daniel, Janice, Jordan and family - my condolences to you all on this loss. My thoughts are with you and your loved ones during this difficult time.
I was very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you at this time. It is never easy to say goodbye to someone we love.
Hi Mark: So sorry to learn that you lost your dad. I remember meeting him when we were in high school and could not get over how he sounded and talked to me like such a genious--the few times we spoke he used language in a way I had never heard. That was many, many years ago, but whenever I drive by your family's home when I leave Ted's, I remember that and also think of you and trust that you are well. What a smart man, but more importantly such a loving father. I'm sure your whole family is there to support you in these sad times. Take care, Martha
Dear Paul,Janice,Daniel and Jordan: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. May your memories keep your father and grandfather forever in your hearts. Take care of each other. John and Sylvia.
The YMCA family sends our sympathy to the Strickland family. May the grace, character, integrity and honour of Mr. Strickland live on in his following generations. With care and friendship, Shaun Elliott, CEO Christina Harley Heidi Peever Bain & Camp Queen Elizabeth Staff
Dear Carol...Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family. Diana
Dear Doris.....So sorry to read the news of Ross in the Free Press. Thinking of you and many memories of the UWO Alumni Reunions. Bob always enjoyed seeing Ross at these events. You have my Sympathy and Thoughts at this time.
Carol and family. My sincere condolences to you all on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol and Ron, My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your dad. I'll be thinking of you today.
Thoughts and special prayers are being sent your way to give you strength and comfort to ease some of the pain and sadness you must be feeling. Our hearts go out to you Doris and your family for your loss. May your wonderful cherished memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. ROSS was a very SPECIAL person and touched so many lives in a positive way. We were blessed to know and work with him and memories of Ross will always bring us a SMILE . God Bless - Ursula, Greg and Krystyna Kerr
Mrs. Strickland, Paul and Janice, and family - please know how saddened we are by Ross's passing - with love and remembrance from our family.
To my dear friend Mark, Mrs. Strickland, and the entire Strickland family: Sincere condolences on the passing of your kind and gentle father and husband. I have memories of him tolerating us noisy and energetic high school kids invading the family home playing Trivial Pursuit. Remember him with fondness. Best wishes to you all. Michele (Brouwers) and Eric Fretz
Dear Mrs. Strickland, Paul and family - I learned of Mr. Strickland's passing from my brother and wanted to send along our sincerest condolences to you. As a little girl growing up in St. Clair Beach, I remember him as such a gentle, kind man who loved his family dearly. I know you have many wonderful memories to cherish always. - Love Shauna
Paul and Janice So sorry to hear this but happy to know, Paul, that your Dad is at peace. Our thoughts are with you and your Mom and family. Steve and Jan
Doris and family--our condolences on the loss of Ross. We remember him fondly for his kind and soft spoken manner. Take comfort in knowing he was well thought of by all who knew him.
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Dear Doris, Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family in your great loss. Our sympathies and prayers are with all of you, as this is such a difficult time. May your memories comfort you. Eleanor and family.
~ Eleanor Deacon and Family