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Marvin Edward Strickland

September 8, 1943 — May 6, 2021

Marvin Edward Strickland, 77, of Buna, passed away on May 6, at his home, surrounded by family and pastor, Paul Boughan.

The family will be having a private graveside service.

Born on September 8, 1943, he was the son of I.T. Strickland and Louise (Edwards) Strickland, from Hemphill, Texas. Marvin was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Buna and loved serving his Lord. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather who adored his family. Marvin proudly served his country in the Vietnam War and received a National Defense Service Medal for his dedicated service. He was a servant at heart, always placing needs of others before his own. Marvin will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, I.T. and Louise Strickland; and brother, Larry Strickland.

He is survived by his wife, Sue Strickland; children, Scott Strickland and wife Misty of Lumberton and Penny Garsee and husband Michael of Buna; grandchildren, Zachary Garsee, Ashley Fehrenbacher, and Britney Hoogenboezem and spouse Jeandré; and sister, Melba Ellis of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Cremation will be under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home.
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