Strickler, Richard M. age 71 of Franklin, TN. passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016. Richard's height and build automatically brought him into command in any situation but what really impressed those who associated with him whether it be work, church, community or family, was his calm demeanor, humility, integrity, intelligence and wisdom. Richard retired as executive Vice President of the marine division of GE Commercial Finance's Distribution Finance Unit. Richard was a 32-year company veteran and a recognized industry financing leader spending most of his career in the Chicago, IL area. After retiring to Franklin, TN, Richard enjoyed years of domestic and international travel with his wife, family and friends. His financial experience brought him into service for the Williamson County GOP and as a financial consultant at church and for family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Mary Strickler. Survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Dianne Strickler; daughter, Joslin (Will) Tidwell; son, Blake (Sai) Strickler; grandchildren, Sam and Carter Tidwell; sisters, Janet (Richard) Stephens and Jolletta (Andy) Dean. A visitation will be held at 2:00 pm and a celebration of Richard's life will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at Fourth Avenue Church of Christ, 117 4th Ave. Franklin, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ezell-Harding Christian School (grandsons' school) 574 Bell Rd. Antioch, TN. 37013 % Strickler Memorial or Fourth Avenue Church of Christ % Strickler Memorial.
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Saturday, May 14th, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm, Fourth Avenue Church of Christ
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Saturday, May 14th, 2016 3:00pm, Fourth Avenue Church of Christ