Funeral services for Donny Wayne Stricklin, Jr., 54, of Bremen, AL will be 2 p.m. Sunday, December 21st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Bethany Baptist Church. Bro. Brandon Stripling & Bro. Jay Washburn will officiate services. The family will welcome friends for visitation at Hanceville Funeral Home on Saturday, December 20th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Donny was a man whose life was defined by service, loyalty, and a deep love for people. Known for his big heart and even bigger sense of humor, Donny never met a stranger—only friends he hadn’t made yet.
A devoted and lifelong Alabama football fan, Donny proudly supported the Crimson Tide with passion that was impossible to miss even if it meant delaying an important event. To his grandchildren, he was lovingly known as “Pee Pee,” a title he cherished and lived up to every day through his constant presence, encouragement, and love. Donny worked for several years at Sansom Equipment, where his role went far beyond a job description. He treated his coworkers as family, always showing up for them—whether it was work-related or not. His loyalty and care for others were hallmarks of who he was.
A dedicated volunteer firefighter and EMT for many years, Donny selflessly served his community, willing to help in moments when others needed him most. His commitment extended to youth as well, as he devoted countless hours to Cold Springs Athletic youth sports, including Upwards Basketball, and proudly supported the RCBC Youth Council. He believed deeply in guiding and uplifting young people. Donny was truly a “friend’s friend”—someone who would stand by anyone, whether he knew them well or had just met them. His love for jokes and playful spirit were legendary, often expressed through perfectly timed—or hilariously inappropriately timed—music, guaranteeing laughter wherever he went.
Above all else, Donny loved his family. His loving wife, children and grandchildren were the center of his world, and he poured his heart into being present, supportive, and proud of each of them. Donny leaves behind a legacy of kindness, service, laughter, and love that will live on in the many lives he touched. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Survivors include his loving wife, Lorrie Stricklin; children, Brennen (Allyson) Stricklin and Hannah Stricklin; grandchildren, Agustus Wayne Stricklin, Ivy Faye Stricklin and Omari Cooper Stricklin; father, Donald Wayne Stricklin Sr. (Rita); siblings, Danny Stricklin (Gloria), Devan Ponder (Brian), David Still (Kimberly) and James Still (Jennifer), step-brother, Tim Busbee (Rebecca); brother-in-law, Jamie Akin (Jan); grandfather, Leldon Stricklin; and a host of many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mr. Stricklin was preceded in death by his mother, Modene Campbell Stricklin; grandparents, Mae Stricklin and Ogle & Oleta Campbell; step-sister, Tonya Busbee; niece, Rhianna Busbee; and mother and father-in-law, Gary and Linda Akin.
To celebrate his passion for Alabama football, the family asks that guests consider wearing causal Alabama football attire on Saturday or your favorite college football team.
Also, he was cared for beautifully by the liver transplant team, ABTX team, SICU team, and PCCU team at UAB.
Hanceville Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stricklin Family.
