James Arnold Stricklen Obituary

The passing of James Arnold Stricklen of Utica, Mississippi occurred on November 9, 2026. James Arnold, born on April 8, 1946, shared life with family, friends, and 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 James Arnold Stricklen or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Odell Stricklen and Annie Lee Vance Stricklen; his son Kevin James Stricklen; and his brother Rayburn Stricklen. He is survived by: his wife Mollie Stricklen; his children, Steve Stricklen (Lisa), Brian Stricklen, Jamie Harrison (Nelson), Niki Atwood (Scott), Stacy Mitchell and Chrisy Drennan (Chris); his siblings, Roland Stricklen, Darlene Chisolm and Debra Parkerson; his grandchildren, Kerry Lowery (Presley), Triston Lowery, Hanna Morgan Stricklen, Abby Lowery, Jordan Coleman Stricklen, Colton Gary, Molly Lowery, Aydyn Atwood and Olivan Drennan; and his great grandchildren, Lynleigh and Harvey (Rabbit).

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 15th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the First Baptist Church (703 4th St, Inverness, MS 38753). A graveside service will be held on Sunday, November 15th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Hickory Grove Cemetery.