Anderson Eugene Strickland

Anderson Eugene Strickland was born on Dec. 5, 1972, in Sanford, Florida and passed away on November 3, 2025. Anderson graduated from Deltona High School in 1991, where he met his high school sweetheart, Kristin. He later received his associate’s degree in physical therapy from Arapahoe College, then a bachelor’s degree in clinical health science from George Washington University, and a bachelor’s degree in construction management from Everglades University.

Anderson entered the U.S. Navy in 1992, where he proudly served for 26 years. He retired in June 2018 as a Senior Chief Petty Officer and was a Surface Force Independent Duty Hospital Corpsman. He trained and deployed with SEAL Teams, served aboard small ships overseas, was a SERE Instructor, and developed course material as a Curriculum Manager with his Master Training Specialist certification and taught others how to be an Independent Duty Corpsman like he was. He enjoyed cycling, camping, traveling, was a master woodworker that could make anything without drawings, and enjoyed helping family and friends. He was always ready with a joke or story to bring laughter into any situation. He will always be remembered for his kindness, contagious smile, and readiness to help at a moment’s notice.

Anderson is the beloved son of Billy Joel Strickland and Esther Diane Weidikin. He is survived by his wife Kristin of 31 years, their daughter Emily Strickland, grandchild Rosalie Brown, siblings Danielle Anderson, Billy Joel Strickland II, Theresa Ann Ela, Gerald Dewitt Strickland, Thomas John Strickland, nephews Tyler Krumich and Joshua Krumich, and niece Loralie Strickland.

The family is grateful for condolences and prayers. A memorial service will be held on Nov. 12 at 2:00 p.m. at Bushnell National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Mission 22 https://mission22.org/make-a-donation and the Navy Seal Foundation https://www.navysealfoundation.org/donate/ please.