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James Wesley "Wes" Strickland III
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Mr. James Wesley "Wes" Strickland, III, age 44, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at his home in Loris, SC. Born on December 8, 1980, in Conway, SC, the son of James Wesley Strickland, Jr. and Diane Branham. Wes served his country with courage, honor, and distinction in the United States Air Force. After his military service, he worked as a branch manager with World Finance Corporation. Wes was a member and Past Master of Anchor and Ark Military Lodge 64, Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Oklahoma, Herman E. Duncan Consistory 359, Ararat Temple 197, and AEAONMS PHA. In his personal life, he loved the Carolina Tar Heels and was an avid freshwater fisherman. Above all else, Wes was a beloved family man, devoted husband, father, and son.
Survivors, including his parents, are his loving wife of 17 years, Kendra Strickland; children, Brice, Cameron, James Wesley Strickland, IV, and Kendall; sister, Christy Norris; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Wes was predeceased by his sister, Shelly Tyler.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with Rev. Jeffrey Graham officiating. Committal services will be private. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Hardwick Funeral Home. Please sign Mr. Strickland's online guestbook at hardwickfuneralhome.com or call Hardwick Funeral Home at 843-756-7001 for further information.
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D long
July 4, 2025
You will be missed....Long family
Tyson Hughes
July 2, 2025
Thinking of you and Diane at a low time like this. Gotta remember the GOOD time Tyson n Carol
Casey Donnelly
July 2, 2025
James was a great neighbor. I wish I had spent more time truly getting to know him, but he was always quick with a smile and a wave when we spotted each other in the yard or driveway. You could always bet he would be out on his grill cooking something that smelled amazing. My deepest sympathy goes to his family. May he Rest In Peace.
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Barbara Cribbs-Collins
July 2, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family.
Latashia Williams
July 2, 2025
James was a very nice person who wore his heart on his sleeve. He was always pleasant whenever you were around him . My prayers go out to his family. James fly high my friend ! You will never be forgotten
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