Vander “Doug” Strickland: Loris

1958 – 2023

     Vander “Doug” Strickland of Loris passed away on Monday, June 26, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 65.

     Born Jan. 12, 1958, in Myrtle Beach, he was the son of the late Vander W. Strickland and the late Estilene Pridgen Strickland.

     Mr. Strickland worked for 45 years, retiring as service manager for Rosemary Coin & Legacy Coin, for his boss and longtime friend Mr. R. A. Green (Paula). He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, and dearly loved his job, his family, and his grandchildren.

     Survivors include his wife, Gracie A. Strickland; two daughters, Teresa Strickland (Christopher) and Ashley Scott (Donovan); five grandchildren, Madison Watts, Bentley Strickland, Addilynn Strickland, Joshua Clardy, and Javian Scott; and two nieces, Brittany Thompkins (Brian) and Crystal Eaddy (Cory).

     In addition to his parents, Mr. Strickland was predeceased by his sister, Karen McCracken.

     Visitation was planned from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 29, at Hardwick Funeral Home, and again on Friday, June 30, during the hour preceding funeral services.

     Funeral services were planned for 2 p.m. Friday, June 30, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Mack Hutson officiating, committal services following at Pleasant View Cemetery.

     Those who wish may make memorials to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, 6907 Hwy 905, Conway, SC 29526.

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