Eric was born in Mesa, AZ, and moved to CA when he was about four. San Diego County became his home from 1942 until his death. He worked at Consolidated Aircraft Co., served in the Army Air Corp in WWII and was the Construction Superintendent for many apartments, schools, churches, etc. in the San Diego area. Eric graduated from Central Bible Institute in MO and got his BA from the now Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, CA.
His ministry for God included serving as a hospital chaplain, going on missions trips to Africa to build schools and churches, and working with Teen Challenge.
He leaves his loving wife of 59 years, Lillian; daughters Michele, (Wayne, predeceased), Larell (Matt), Lavonn (Jeff); granddaughters, Lisa (Jon), Dori (Mark), Stacee, Tavia; great grands, Valerie, Tiffany, Clara, Reuben, Madyson, and sister, Genene.
We all share wonderful memories of this kind, gentle, humorous man who loved his family and God with all his heart.
Please visit the following wedsite created by the family
http://web.me.com/strickland.stacee/RememberingEric/Welcome.html
In Lieu of flowers please send a donation towards missions a passion of Eric heart to Bethany Assembly of God Church, 916 Hollister St, San Diego, CA 92154 # 619-423-0661
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