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Lester RICKARD Obituary

RICKARD, Lester Le Roy

Passed away February 14, 2021. Born October 3, 1926, to Carl E. and Edna Bell (Burdge) Rickard. Preceded in death by wife, Ruth (Thomas) Rickard, mother Edna and father Carl Rickard. He leaves behind one daughter, Sheila Coomer, grandson Griff Coomer and two great-grandchildren, Delaney and Quinn all of Sarasota, along with many good friends in Middletown and Sarasota. Mr. Rickard proudly served in the U.S. Navy in WWII as Bos'nMate – Atlantic Theater and was a Life Member of the American Legion, The National Rifle Association and a member of the Middletown Sportsmen Club. Mr. Rickard will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

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Published by Journal-News on Feb. 21, 2021.

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Walter Leap

February 24, 2021

Lester Richard was a good friend of Faye and myself. We would stop by ocassionally and chat with Lester and see what Jack had been up to. Jack was not a big conversationalist but he did like treats that we brought along.

Walter Leap

February 24, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Tracy Whiteman

February 22, 2021

Uncle Rick you were such an amazing man! Loved out talks and you sharing memories about Pappy and Ruth with me. Will miss your brilliant since of humor and all of your jokes. RIP ❤

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