Strickland, Eleanor Peacefully at the Perth Community Care Centre on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 Eleanor (Clarke) Strickland at the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late Albert Strickland. Loved mother of Edward (Hilda) of Smiths Falls, Alice (Doug) Thorne of Prince George, BC, Bruce of Ryecroft, AB, the late Janet Strickland and the late Ethel Sisson (Bruce) of Manotick. Sadly missed by 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Allan (Jean) Clarke of Kingston and Mona Dier (the late Lorne) of Westport. Predeceased by her parents James and Sarah (Glasson) Clarke of England. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Family and friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home 112 Beckwith St. N., Smiths Falls on Friday, October 3rd, 2014 from 10 to 12 noon followed by service in the chapel. Interment will take place at the Lombardy Union Cemetery. In memory of Eleanor, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.