Derrick "DIGGA D" Keith Strickland, III

Derrick Strickland, born August 14, 1989 in Orlando, FL, was the oldest of 11 siblings. To his family, he was simply Derrick; to friends and associates, he was known as "Digga D," a name that reflected his love for music. He spent his early years between Orlando (Hope Circle) and Leesburg, FL. He attended Robinswood Middle School and Evans High School in Orlando, where he earned his high school diploma and later obtained five certifications, continuing to build on his skills and ambitions. Derrick was a creative thinker who saw beyond the ordinary and carried a wisdom beyond his years. As a teenager, he developed a passion for music and began creating his own, using whatever he had available. Even without proper equipment, he found a way —music was one of his true joys. Family meant everything to Derrick. He was loving, giving, and selfless, with a heart of gold. He enjoyed bringing people together, whether through conversation, laughter, or a good meal —he loved to eat and made sure others were fed, too. Outgoing and full of energy, he was always on the move and never met a stranger. He loved his family deeply, especially his children. From a young age, Derrick showed determination and hustle, riding his bike while pulling a lawn mower, working on an ice cream truck, always finding ways to make things happen. He was a true go-getter with a natural business sense. Derrick moved through life with a quick wit and a kind heart, making everyone he met feel like an old friend. At 36 years old, Derrick's legacy lives in the love he gave, the character he showed, and the lives he touched. It is found in his resilience, his generosity, and the memories he created with those who loved him. Derrick was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather - Curtis Waller, his maternal grandmother - Mary Waller, and his aunt - Mary Waller. Derrick leaves to cherish his memory: wife - Adrianna Elizabeth Strickland; children - London Strickland, Loyal A. Strickland, and Jade E. Strickland; his mother - Curtisicia Renee Waller and her husband - Darrius Range; his* father - Derrick Keith Strickland. Jr., and his wife - Tremeika Strickland; bonus dad - Luveaches Moore, Sr.; paternal grandmother - Voncille Thompson and her husband - Ken Thompson; paternal grandfather - Derrick Strickland and his wife - Rose Strickland; his maternal grandfather's wife - Dolly Waller; his siblings - Luveaches Moore II, Luvelle Moore, Luveacia Moore, Luviaya Moore, Luvarion Moore, Kenya Strickland, Shyra Milton, Khalyn Strickland, Danni Strickland, and Tahleeya Strickland; bonus brother - Michael Brooks Jr. and Sir' Vauntes Williams; bonus sister - Thelmisha Simmons; aunts - Majorie Waller, Dorlen Waller, Vonesia Coleman and her husband - Tory Coleman; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and many, many friends.

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Derrick "DIGGA D" Keith Strickland, III

August 14, 1989 - April 14, 2026