Doris Strickland

October 27, 1942 - August 9, 2025 (82 years old)

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Doris Strickland

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October 27, 1942 - August 9, 2025 (82 years old)

Metter, Georgia

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“In loving memory of Doris Beasley Strickland, Doris was a shining light in our day. Many afternoon...”

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Doris Strickland Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-08-12T14:00:00
End: 2025-08-12T15:00:00
Location: Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home

The world bids farewell to Doris Strickland of Metter, Georgia, departing on August 9, 2025 at the age of 82. Doris leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Doris Strickland or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Roy and Lougenia Toler Beasley; her brother Burley Beasley; and her grandchildren, Brandon Strickland and Jaden Grooms.

She is survived by: her sons, Tommy Strickland (Pam) of Glennville, Greg Strickland (Tammie) of Metter, Lonnie Strickland (Cathy) of Statesboro and Donnie Strickland (Denise) of Claxton; and her grandchildren, Heather S. Womack (Justin), Lance Strickland (Rachel), Candice Johnson (Trey), Michelle Williams, Dewaine Strickland and Sarina Brannen. She is also survived by fourteen great-grandchildren.

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August 11, 2025

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“In loving memory of Doris Beasley Strickland, Doris was a shining light in our day. Many afternoons were spent in the yard swinging and talking. So dearly loved. So sadly missed. God bless.”

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Mellie NeSmith Funeral Home
513 W Main St, Claxton, GA 30417

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513 W Main St, Claxton, GA 30417

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