William ("Cody") Stroman

A memorial gathering for William “Cody” Stroman, of Columbia, will be held from 6-8pm on Thursday, September 18, 2014 in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church of Gaston, 121 Oakey Springs Drive, Gaston, SC 29053. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Trustus Theater, 520 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29201.

Mr. Stroman passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at the age of 63. Born in Columbia, SC, he was the son of the late Zachariah Stroman and Mary Shivers Stroman. He loved to travel with his life partner and they had a passion for the arts. Cody was a free spirit who lived life to the fullest. He was a very caring, loving, generous and hard-working man, who was much loved and will be missed by many.

Cody is survived by his loving companion of 42 years, Bruce; brother, Thomas; sisters, Janie Angel and Aggie (John) Sigh; a host of nieces, nephews and extended family; and numerous special friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kadette and niece, Debbie.