Richard G. Strickland, 51, of Raleigh, died suddenly Friday. He was employed by Rex Hospital for 17 years. He also worked at the PNC Area, as he was an avid hockey fan supporting the Carolina Hurricanes as well as the old Raleigh Icecaps. Richard was born in Raleigh to the late James B. and Ann L. Strickland. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Tracy Strickland, and daughters, Amanda and Katie Strickland. He is also survived by his sister, Deborah Clark and her husband Dwayne of Wendell; nieces, Crystal Clark and Tiffany Hamlet and her husband Jimmy; great nephews, Ashton and Bryson Hamlet. He is preceded in death by his niece, Amber Clark. The visitation will be held Wednesday, February 27, 2013 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Renaissance Funeral Home, 7615 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615. A graveside service will be held Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in Montlawn Memorial Park, Raleigh, NC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The N.C. Children's Hospital of UNC, 101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514.
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Ric, I didnt know you very well but, had worked with you many years. My greatest memory was going as a group to see wrestling. You were a big fan of wrestling. And when I got the Matt Hardy autograph, how thrilled you were when I gave you a photocopy. You were always very nice to me when we had chance to speak. I just saw you in the hall a few weeks ago and thought it had been awhile since I had seen you. I guess God needed more help in Heaven. Until we meet again Buddy, my deepest condolences to your family.
September 01, 2020
T S Williams
Ric was my best friend for some 30 years. It will be impossible to fill the void he leaves. Condolences and prayers for the family and friends.
September 01, 2020
Georgia Ball
I had the pleasure of working with Ric for nearly 15 years, and the void he leaves behind will never be filled. I will remember his big heart, his soft-spoken ways, his wry smile, and, most of all, his kind gestures. He was a man who was willing to lend a hand to anyone. I will miss him.
September 01, 2020
RONALD EWING
I will miss you. Over the years we got to know each other. I have learned over time to appreciate your crazy sense of humor and knowledge of everything that nobody has the answer to. Your kindness and careing when I was sick will never the forgoten..
SEE YOU IN HEAVEN!! SAVE ME A SEAT..
i ALSO WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY..
September 01, 2020
Bob & Jackie Mitchell
Tracy, Laura and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We have known each other for a lot of years. If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know. we will alway's remember Rick and how sweet and funny he was..
All of us care.
Jackie, Bob, Woody, Troy and Teresa Mitchell
September 01, 2020
Georgia Ball
I worked with Ric for almost 15 years. His passing leaves a void which will never be filled. I will remember Ric's wry smile, his quiet demeanor, his generosity, and his willingness to help anyone in need. Ric..., you will be missed. Thanks for touching so many lives in so many ways. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
September 01, 2020
Greg Monteleone
I am one of Rick's supervisors at the PNCARENA. I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Rick was a great asset to our arena family.
September 01, 2020
Judy Grigg
I worked with Rick at the PNCARENA and we have truly lost a valued employee and special friend. So sorry for your loss.56
September 01, 2020
Anne Heilman
I too worked with Ric at Rex for 15 yrs. I am fortunate to have met him, and will always remember his kindness. I loved to hear him speak of his family. He was so proud when he told me stories about them. Whenever I see the Hurricanes play, it will forever remind me of him ! RIP RicFlair. You will not be forgotten.
September 01, 2020
Larry Lisenbee
I worked at Rex for almost 20 years, working with Ric for many of those years. He was always a very soft spoken person and very kind hearted. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. I just saw Ric at Rex within the last 2-weeks and had no idea God was ready to call him home.
September 01, 2020
Mike Wallace
Ric was truly a great man with compassion for all he did. He really cared about his family and would also ask about yours. I will miss him.
September 01, 2020
Kenneth & Ida Brown
Tracy and family,
We're so very sorry to hear about Rick.
You all are in our prayers.
Kenneth,Ida and Bill
September 01, 2020
Roberta Hill
Tracy, I just heard. I am so sorry. I haven't seen you all in years, but I think of you often. If there's anything I can do, please let me know!
September 01, 2020
Lynne Muirhead
So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Lynne Muirhead NCDOR
September 01, 2020
Demi Ferrell
I've worked with Ric at Rex for 14 years. I will miss his quietness and our talks of motorcyles. Miss you my friend. You are now our guardian angel. RIP Ric....
September 01, 2020
Kevin Beddingfield
Ric was an amazing man who never knew a stranger. He was always nice to everyone he met. He will truely be missed. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin Beddingfield (Rex Employee) and Family
September 01, 2020
Allison Johnson
Tracy and Family...so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 01, 2020
Carol Saunders
Tracy my prayers are with you during this time. It helps to focus on the memories, it will not relieve the pain but it will make it easier to get through the day. Take care and may God continue to bless you. Carol
September 01, 2020
LINDA DODSON
HI TRACY
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOU HUSBAND YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND MY PRAYERS. I MISS YOUR SWEET SMILE. I HOPE YOU AND THE GIRLS WILL BE OK
LOVE AND PRAYERS
LINDA DODSON
September 01, 2020
Michael Boggs
I can say I had the Honor to be one of Ricks coworkers and friends.We shared a common love of the North Carolina coastal areas and good movies. Rick was a good Protective Services Officer who I not only worked with but came to depend on and, placed my trust in. He will be missed both on the job and outside the hospital where we shared a good meal and some good times amongst friends.
September 01, 2020
Shirley Boyette
My prays and thoughts are with the family.I will miss not seeing Rick sitting at the birthcenter lobby desk.I have known Rick for years.He will so missed.Shirley Boyette
September 01, 2020
Juli Brown
Thinking of you all. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love you.
September 01, 2020
Terry
Ric, We worked many years together @ the PNC Arena. I can't believe you're gone. RIP friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
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