Josephine Vincent Strickland
May 21, 1926 ~ August 16, 2016
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WHITAKERS - Josephine Vincent Strickland passed from this life to eternity with Jesus Christ her Lord and Savior on August 16, 2016. She had 90 years on this earth being loved and respected by all who knew her. Born in Pitt County, NC on May 21, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Vincent and Esther Manning Vincent. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lealon E. Strickland; four brothers; and four sisters.
Jo was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. Many know her from her years as a registered nurse in Rocky Mount. She worked in many aspects of the nursing field and touched many lives of her patients. Jo was a devoted member of Gethsemane Baptist Church for 58 years.
Jo leaves behind to cherish her memory, five children, Lealon P. Strickland (Bette); Stephen B. Strickland (Dawn); Kenneth A. Strickland (Pam); Jennifer S. Barkand; and David K. Strickland. She is also survived by her sister, Blanche Johnston; 16 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and one great great-grandchild.
A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Gethsemane Baptist Church Cemetery in Whitakers. The family will receive friends and relatives on Friday, August 19, 2016 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services.
The family wishes to thank everyone for their kindness and love shown to Jo and her family. We also would like to thank the caring staff at Golden Living in Tarboro for the love and care they provided.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 8/19, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thank you. She was a great cook and loved cooking for everyone!
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Dear Strickland Family, I can not share a memory, as there are a lifetime of them. I loved her so much. Thank you for sharing her with me. Love you all. Mary Jo
I loved going to the farm to visit. Aunt Jo let me pick strawberry’s and eat as many as I wanted to eat, as long as the bowl was full when I got to the house. Love her very much.
My prayers and thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of this very special lady. She meant so much to all of the Gethsemane family. Annette Webb Skwarto, Taunton, Massachusetts
ONE OF THE SWEETEST AND CARING NURSE’S AT ROCKY MOUNT SANITARIUM HOSPITAL FOR MANY, MANY YEARS. ALWAYS CARED ABOUT EACH AND EVERY BODY SHE CAME IN CONTACT WITH. HAD THAT BIGGEST AND SWEETEST SMILE EVER. HAD LOST CONTACT FOR MANY YEARS, BUT IT STILL SEEMS LIKE JUST YESTERDAY. MAY GOD WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND YOUR LOVED ONES WITH COMFORT AND PEACE, AS YOU GO TO YOUR HEAVENLY HOME FOR REST NOW. WITH MUCH LOVE, SUE FORD CHAMPION
To a great lady who always was kind and friendly to all. The Marks family loved her and always had so much respect for her and her family. May you rest in peace.
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Phil, Steve, Ken, Jenny and David – your mom was such a beautiful and wonderful lady. I have great memories of her and your family. She made everyone feel so special and you could tell she loved people and making them happy. My heart goes out to each of you as you deal with this loss. Prayers with you today and in the days ahead. Much love – Leigh Parker Hottel