LINDA M. STRICKLAND

  Linda M. Strickland, age 61 of Palatka, passed away, Monday, November 2, 2009 at Kindred Hospital in Green Cove Springs following an extended illness.  A native of Dothan, Alabama, she had lived in Palatka since 1961 coming from Dothan.  Linda loved the beach and enjoyed taking trips to Colorado to snowmobile.  She was an avid Gator fan and enjoyed playing cards with family and friends.  She was a member of St. James United Methodist Church. 

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Barney and Marilyn Mattox and a brother, James Ray “Tuffy” Mattox.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Larry Strickland, a daughter, Stacey Amaro and husband, Kevin of Rock Hill, South Carolina, 5 siblings, Stewart Mattox and wife, Rhonda of Ohio, Susan Eubanks and husband, Kenny of East Palatka, Christopher Mattox and wife, Pat of Live Oak, Peggy Packer of Orlando and Mary Mattox of San Mateo, a grandson, Nathan Amaro, mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dessie and Joseph D. “Red” Strickland of East Palatka and a brother-in-law, Reverend Randy Strickland and wife, Carolyn of Oviedo. 

A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 7, 2009 at Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka with Reverend Hardy B. Sandlin, III officiating.  Visitation will be Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the funeral home. 

Flowers are gratefully accepted or memorial donations may be made in Linda’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, Central and North Florida Chapter, 378 Center Pointe Circle, Ste. 1280, Altamonte Springs, Florida, 32701 or by phone to the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.

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So sorry for your loss. If we can do any thing please call. You and your family are in our prayers.

DAN & DEBRA JEAN CASEY ~ PALATKA FL

I wish to express our sympathy to you and your family in your time of loss, Kathy and I knew your family years ago.  I went to school with Chris.  It has been a long time since we have seen any of the family.  But you are in our thoughts and prayers.  God Bless

Patricia Murphy ~ Satsuma, FL

Our memories of Linda are of her smile and enjoying playing cards at her house.  May she rest peacefully  in the arms of the Lord now.  Our love and prayers are with the family.

George & Tina Robinson ~ East Palatka, FL

I am so sorry to learn of your loss.  I knew Linda very well and thought very highly of her.  I spent a lot of time with Peggy and got to know Linda and Larry through her.  Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Connie O'Shea ~ Minot, ND

I know how heavy all of your hearts are at the loss of Linda.  I was so saddened to learn she had been sick. May God hold all of you in the palm of his hand and give you peace.

Jewel  Sheppard Ebling ~ Gainesville Fl

So sorry for your loss.  She fought a long hard fight and is a peace now.
Thinking of you

Mary & Steve Kelley ~ Palatka,FL

So sorry about Linda's passing. Wish we could be there for the funeral. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love to all, Mark and Kay

Mark & Kay Waterhouse ~ Clayton, GA

Larry I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was a great lady, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Howie Tresp ~ Sacramento Ca.

I will miss my beloved sister Linda with all my heart.

Peggy Packer ~ Orlando, FL

Dear Larry & family,
Pat and I are so sorry to hear about Linda. It is a shame that after living near each other in our early years that we all scattered all over the country. I do remember the good old days where we all had so much fun. We will remember those good times and celebrate Linda's life.
We love you, Don & Pat Waterhouse

Don Waterhouse ~ Beaverdam, Va

My prayers and thoughs are with the family.Just turn to Jesus and he will help you through it all.

Geraldine Wheeler ~ McDonough, Ga

Our memories of Linda include some of the best times of our lives. Times spent with Linda and her family at Crescent Beach were always very special to us. We didn't catch many fish, but we had fun trying.  Linda was a beautiful, funny, caring and always smiling, friend. I'm sorry that we never told her how much we loved her.

Jim & Doris Adams ~ ST. Augustine, FL

Dear Susan & Kenny, We are so sorry for your loss. May you have peace. You are in our prayers. Love, Mike & Pam

Mike & Pam Davis ~ Palatka, FL

Our hearts go out to you, Peggy and your family.  God bless you all.  If there is anything any of us can do, please let us know.

Darlene (Harris) Laibl-Crowe & Palatka South Class of 76 Alumni ~ Palatka, FL

Linda, may you rest in peace & celebrate a new life with our lord Jesus Christ along with your Father & Brother!
Family: I know it is hard to let go our family members, but they have gone on to a better life in Heaven where we will all meet one day. You are all in our thoughts & prayers! Love to you all!

Dennis & Elaine Kachelmeier ~ WOODSTOCK, GA.

Linda was always there for me during my best and worst days.  She was an inspiration to me and was so supportive of me especially during my teenage years.  I'm looking forward to the heavenly reunion.

Susan Eubanks ~ East Palatka, FL

Our beloved sister Linda has now passed on but her memory will live on in our hearts forever. We will always have a place in my heart for the woman who provided us with care, love and compassion when we needed it the most.
May you rest in peace.

Peggy Packer ~ Orlando, FL