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Richard L. "Ricky" Madsen

Richard L. "Ricky" Madsen obituary, Battle Creek, MI

Richard Madsen Obituary

Richard L. "Ricky" Madsen Battle Creek Richard L. "Ricky" Madsen, age 40, of Battle Creek, died July 22, 2012. Ricky was born September 10, 1971 in Marshall to Russell P. Madsen and Sandra K. (Sweet) Madsen. He grew up in Marshall and graduated from Marshall High School in 1991. He then moved to Battle Creek where he has worked for Denso Corporation for over 17 years, currently as a fork lift operator. He was married to Tonya Black and the marriage later ended in divorce. He was the proud father of his two sons, Brendon and Jacob. Anywhere that Ricky could go and take his sons with him resulted with them being with him most of the time! He loved to boat and liked to take his sons out on his pontoon on Beadle Lake. He was the assistant coach for Brendan's Little League Baseball Team (until Brendon broke his arm!). Ricky would have a special day of the week for each of his sons and spend time with them individually doing something that was special to each of them. He also would spend time with his companion Christen Walters son, Michael Walters as well with two special nieces, Jessica and Carlena Vincent. Ricky enjoyed playing city rec softball at Bailey Park in Battle Creek. He was a dedicated and devout MSU sports fan, often taking issue with other members of his family who leaned towards the Maize and Blue part of the state! He was talented at good natured teasing, which always involved his big, wonderful smile. It is easy to conclude that Ricky filled his life with love for his sons and family and life itself! Surviving are his sons, Jacob and Brendon Madsen at home; his companion, Christen Walters, and her son, Michael Walters at home; his mother, Sandra Kelly of Battle Creek; his father and step-mother, Russell Madsen and Kelly Lehn-Madsen of Traverse City; his step-father, Steve Kelly of Battle Creek; his sisters, Dawn (Michael) Vincent of Battle Creek and Ashley Lehn of Traverse City; his brothers, Russell Madsen of Northport, Michael Madsen, Aaron (Jackie) Lehn and Chris DeLoy all of Traverse City; his paternal grandfather, Douglas Jones of Kalamazoo; and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 723 US27 N., Marshall on Wednesday 2PM-4PM and 6PM-8PM, where funeral services to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday, July 26, at 10:30AM with Rev. James Codde officiating. A reception will follow afterwards in the funeral home reception hall, then a procession will take place to Banfield Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. Friends who wish are asked to direct contributions for his sons' future educational needs with a check to Sandra Kelly, c/o Kempf Funeral Home, P.O.Box 519, Marshall,MI 49068. To leave a message for the family and sign the on line guest register visit www.kempffuneralhome.com.

Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Jul. 25, 2012.
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I would bump into Ricky now & then, he always had a smile, my prayers for the family.

Charly Densmore-Wallen

July 31, 2012

Dawn and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kathy Hulbert-Richardson

July 29, 2012

Although I haven't seen you in awhile, my childhood memories will never forget the fun we all had riding bikes, lake jumping, and just hanging out. My thought's and prayer's go out to your family.
Rest in Peace my friend.

Darren Rice

July 26, 2012

I remember when you lived next door to us on South Marshall. Ricky (& Dawn & Russ)were always so sweet and nice to me even though I was younger and the little neighbor pest! Ricky would tease and joke with me, but never in a mean spirited way. I'm sure he turned out to be a very sweet man, and I'm so sorry for your loss.

Jamie Bennett

July 26, 2012

Steve & Sandy, So sorry for your loss. I remember Ricky when you lived next door to us on South Marshall, he has a smile like no other. God bless

Rita Gutierrez-Kares

July 26, 2012

Ive known Rick for the last 12 years. He has always had a smile on his face, and a joke as he passed me on our forklifts.My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and all of his friends. He will be truly missed. Thank you for being such a blessing to all those around you, Rick.

Melissa Hess

July 26, 2012

Katurena Butler

July 26, 2012

I knew Rick years ago when I worked at Denso. I haven't seen him in a long time but when I used to run into him he always remembered who I was and always said "Hi". I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to he family, especially his boys.

Sommer Woodman

July 26, 2012

My thoughts are with you all

Kandy Munn ( carmon )

July 26, 2012

May God watch over the ones left behind!!! You will be missed.

Steven---Chipley Collins

July 26, 2012

Chipley

July 26, 2012

Rick,you were a great man! You always had a smile on your face.It was a pleasure to work with you and know you.May God keep you and watch over you!!!

Chipley

July 26, 2012

Prayers to everyone that knew and love Rick.

Rachel Shive

July 25, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. May god hold you in the palm of his hand and comfort you.

nancy rapelje

July 25, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Tammy Bowen

July 25, 2012

Rip ricly never new any one that could make bikes fance like you !

Parker Fields jr

July 25, 2012

IT is sad when a life is cut so short, especially someone as great as Rick.Rick will be truely missed, my heart goes out to his family and his friends.

Kristi Smith

July 25, 2012

He will be greatly missed!!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family and other friends during this time of great loss.

Robert Amsler

July 25, 2012

You will be missed by many.. my thoughts and prayers go out to your boys,family,and friends.. rip rick

Jennifer Graham

July 25, 2012

To the Family, Your son was truely a blessing from God! Rick was an outstanding individual who impacted everyone who he came in contact with. My thoughts and prayers got out to u during this difficult time. God bless, Rick we all loved u man! U will surely be missed!!!

Kip DeBow

July 25, 2012

I know Rick from work, I am security and we would make silly faces to each other as he would drive through the gate with the Denso box truck. I would pick on him all the time because of him being on his cell all the time. Very nice to have known him and his smiles will be very missed. It won't be the same with out him at the gate everyday! Prayers for the family and his boys.

Kathy Littell

July 25, 2012

Dawn and family I am very sorry for your loss, Rick was a very nice guy and funny too. My thoughts are with you.

Janie Balch

July 25, 2012

Robin & Keegan Hoeltzel

July 25, 2012

Rick, You will be missed.

Pam Sittig

July 25, 2012

Many heartfelt prayers to the families of this young man. God awaits to ease the unspeakable pain and sorrow. Ricky's life lives thru his vibrant personality today, tomorow and forever and therefore, never be forgotten. God bless. . .

The Trevino -Evans Family

July 25, 2012

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