MILFORD – Ronald R. Stricklin, 76, Syracuse, passed away April 12, 2016, at home. He was born Aug. 28, 1939, in Rostraver, Pa., to Albert L. and Catherine M. Vukovich Stricklin. On Sept. 19, 1967, he married Joyce C. Andring, who survives in Syracuse. He treasured his family, especially his grandkids. He also enjoyed quiet activities like fishing, hunting, reading and puzzles. He was a member of the Teamsters Union #365 and the Moose Lodge 1518, North Manchester, but he was proudest of his AA membership. He kept his sobriety for over 30 years and had a desire to help others through AA. He will be missed by his two children, Albert L. Stricklin, Syracuse, and Evelyn L. (and spouse Matthew) Tobias, Nappanee; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and two siblings, Evelyn “June” Groves, Milford, and Robert Stricklin, Greensburg, Pa. He will be welcomed into everlasting by a grandson, Ronald E. Stricklin, and two siblings, Albert “Lee” Stricklin and Elizabeth Jane Hamm. A funeral service in Ron’s honor will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Milford. Burial will follow at Milford Cemetery. Calling will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. ***** Memorials to the Stricklin family, c/o Mishler Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Condolences via www.mishlerfhcc.com
