Strand, Garry J. age 58, of Knoxville, TN, passed away unexpectedly April 9, 2014 in Atlanta, GA. Strand was born May 5, 1955 in St. Louis Park, and graduated from St. Louis Park HS in 1973. Strand was owner of TAG Technical Solutions and co-owner of Cumberland Mtn. Equinae. Preceded in death by his father, Lawrence. Survived by wife, Barbara; son, Garrett; daughter, Anika; mother, Ardyth; brothers, Tim, Scott, and Dan; many other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Shepherd of Hope Food Pantry, 225 Jamestowne Blvd., Knoxville TN 37934.