J. Wayne Strickland

Joseph Wayne Strickland, 65, died Wednesday at St. Joseph Hospital after a short illness.A native and lifelong resident of Chatham County, he was employed by Home Depot for 18 years. Known regionally as a talented artist, he was the lead singer for the Conservative Sound and Brass Band. He was a Methodist by faith. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dianne Ford Strickland. He is survived by his step-son, Gary Luker of Florida; brother, Travis E. Strickland (Peggy) of Columbia, SC; and sister, Judith C. Herren (Allen) of Midway. Visitation will be from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Saturday, August 8, 2015, at Carter Funeral Home Oglethorpe Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm in the chapel. Burial will be in Hinesville Cemetery. Carter Funeral Home Oglethorpe Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.carteroglethorpe.com. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of J. Wayne Strickland, please visit our flower store.