Jason Stricklin

March 23, 1982 - June 13, 2012

Jason C. Stricklin, of Mokena, passed away June 13, 2012 at the young age of 30. Throughout his life, Jason battled with Muscular Dystrophy. Jason is survived by his cherished parents Sandra & James Stricklin, loving grandparents Lois (Joseph Perrotta) Herbert and Nancy Hill;; dear brother Brian (Rebecca) Stricklin; and beloved niece & nephews Jason, Cody, & Hailey. Jason also leaves behind many caring aunts & uncles: Reverend Scott (Janis) Herbert, Edward (Elizabeth) Herbert, Laura (Mark) Zuchowski, Kevin Herbert, Linda (Tom) Klinkman, Lisa Stricklin, Elaine (George) Kobernick, Jessica (Lane) Pollack, & Grant Stricklin, as well as many loving cousins. Jason is preceded in death by grandfathers Wayne Herbert & J.C. Hill. Jason attended Lincoln-Way Central High School. As a child, Jason looked forward to attending Muscular Dystrophy Camp in Yorkville, Illinois for many years. Watching movies & writing poetry were two of Jason’s favorite pastimes. He wrote hundreds of poems, even publishing a book of poetry entitled, Heart’s Fire. Greater than his love of movies & poetry was his passion for sharing Christ’s love with others. He touched many lives through Facebook and email, bringing many people to know Christ as their Savior. Jason was a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Matteson, Illinois, & treasured his faith in Jesus Christ. A memorial service in Jason’s honor will be held Saturday, June 16, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, located at 6201 Vollmer Road, Matteson, Illinois, with services starting at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Jason’s family. For information or to sign the online guestbook, call Heartland Memorial Center at (708) 444-2266 or visit www.HeartlandMemorial.com.