Leroy Stricklin passed away November 15, 2024 born August 30, 1944 in Elvins Missouri. He moved to Lompoc in 1959 where he met the love of life Beatrice Wilks and they were married on June 15, 1963.

In the next few years they welcomed a son, Robert Stricklin (Heather) and a daughter, Michelle Brock (John). He is also survived by three grandchildren, Kyle Brock (Casey), Ryan Brock (Abigail) and Lacie Johnson (Nicholette) and two great-grandchildren, Henry Brock and Sophie Brock as well as his sister Jan Osmussen and many nieces and nephews.

With his wife by his side, they enjoyed traveling, volunteering and their family.

Leroy worked at John's Manville, later Celite Corporation for 42 years before retiring.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice, his brothers Leon, Rich, Vernon and Ronald.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.