Delane Edward Stricklin, age 42, of Brilliant, Alabama passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at his residence. Delane was born on April 17, 1984, in Jasper, Alabama to Howard Edward Stricklin and Judy Whaley Stricklin. He was a 2002 graduate of Brilliant High School and went on to attend the University of Alabama where he earned a degree in psychology. Delane was a member of Faith Church in Winfield. He had been employed with 3M company for the past five years and previously worked at Dal-Tile for ten years. Outside of work, Delane enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and doing anything that involved being on the water. He also enjoyed working on cars, building and engineering things, cooking, and going to the beach. Above all else, Delane treasured the time he spent with his daughter, Abygail, who was the greatest joy of his life.

Delane is survived by his daughter, Abygail Stricklin; his mother, Judy Stricklin; his sisters, Karen Markham (Michael) and Amy Thomas; his nieces, Aidan Franz (Jason R. Raub Jr.) and Charlotte Harris; his nephews, Deacon Williams, Brandon Pratt (Melanie), Brady Pratt, Blake Holsonback (Bailey), and Matthew Whitehead (Sheena); along with a host of extended family members and friends.

Delane was preceded in death by his father, Eddy Stricklin; his sister Alisha Franz; and his grandmother, Betty Freeman.

Funeral services for Delane will be held on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Stricklin family.