Billy Ray Strickland

FARMINGTON Billy Ray Strickland of Farmington passed away August 23, 2023 at Southbrook Skilled Nursing at the age of 69. He was born June 18, 1954, in Farmington, Missouri to the late Sylvester and Georgia (Barnes) Strickland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his loving wife of 23 years, Ellen in 2006; his siblings, Marie Cunningham, Edna Strickland, Doris Copeland, Peggy Meggison, Robert Strickland, Johnnie Strickland and Roger Strickland. Billy grew up in the country on a farm in Ste. Genevieve County. Many would remember him as a long-time employee of the Desloge Walmart and the Fredericktown Walmart. He was a jack of all trades and enjoyed working on and restoring old cars, making wood things for the yard, and doing electrical, carpentry and plumbing jobs. His family fondly remembers spending time swimming and playing with Billy in a nearby creek while growing up. He was a devoted and loving brother. Billy also enjoyed fishing and deer hunting. Survivors include his brother, Dale (Sharon) Strickland and sister, Judy (Jim) Gillam, his beloved fur babies, Peanut and Jasper as well as many nieces, nephews and family and friends. Also surviving are Jims Walmart work family of many years. There will be a memorial gathering for family and friends from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 followed by a memorial service at 1 p.m. with Reverend Dave Wiant officiating in the Cozean Chapel. Interment will follow at Little Vine Cemetery. View the video tribute and share your condolences at cozeanfuneralhome.com. Memorial Gathering Cozean Memorial Chapel & Crematory Tuesday, August 29, 2023 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 217 W. Columbia St. Farmington, MO 63640 Memorial Service Cozean Memorial Chapel & Crematory Tuesday, August 29, 2023 1:00 PM 217 W. Columbia St. Farmington, MO 63640