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Kenneth Rickson Obituary

RICKSON, Kenneth B. Age 82, of Quincy died Friday, December 10, 2010 at the Coyne Healthcare Center in Rockland, surrounded by his loving family, after a long illness. Beloved husband for sixty years of Mildred H. (Vickers) Rickson. Devoted father of Kenneth O. Rickson of Hobe Sound, FL, Jane A. McGuinness and her husband Mark of Scituate, Sally A. Goldman and her husband Stephen of Milton, and Linda S. Savage and her husband David of Quincy. Loving grandfather of James Rickson, Lauren Rickson, Benjamin McGuinness, Molly McGuinness, Gregory Goldman, Diana McDevitt and her husband Brady, Leah Goldman, Maxwell DeVoe, and Mallory DeVoe. A Memorial Service will be conducted at the Bethany Congregational Church, 18 Spear Street, Quincy, Saturday, December 18th at 1pm. Reverend William C. Harding III, Pastor, will officiate. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Immediately following Mr. Rickson's memorial service, relatives and friends are invited to attend a reception also at the church. Visiting Hours have been omitted. Interment will take place privately prior to the memorial service at Mount Wollaston Cemetery, Quincy. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Rickson's memory may be made to the Bethany Congregational Church, 18 Spear Street, Quincy, MA 02169. Late World War II United States Army Veteran. You are invited to visit www.thesweeneybrothers.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 14 to Dec. 16, 2010.

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Ronald E Sayles

December 8, 2022

Mr. Rickson was my gym teacher, and taught me alot. Was my football coach too.Was a tough, but fair man. Learned alot from him. Condolances to his family.

Paula S

January 6, 2011

I was so very sorry to hear the news after the service had passed - I remember Mr. Rickson as a really wonderful man who was always nice to me. Linda was one of my best friends growing up. I spent many days at her house and her family was always very welcoming and kind. I send my love and I am praying for the entire Rickson family.

December 19, 2010

Ken was such an inspiration for the tennis community in the Quincy area.
My condolences to the Rickson Family.

Wayne Chatterton

December 18, 2010

To The Rickson Family: Ken was a kind man, I will always remember him inviting me to play tennis with him after I had gone through some dificult times. Thank You

Steve Myatt

Susan Jones

December 16, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Lissa Buja

December 15, 2010

Linda,Millie, Mallory, Max & David,

There are never words to fully express the loss of a Husband, Father, or Grandfather.There is just something magically indescribable about having them in your life. They give you a reason to laugh, to cry, a need to make them proud, and a need to succeed.

All our prayers and sympathies to the family at this tough time. Dad is at peace.

Lis and Andy Buja

Dick Stewart

December 15, 2010

In addition to being a marvelous person, I'll always remember Ken's enthusiasm, his warm greetings, his encouragement, and his love of tennis. He was a force at Quincy Tennis Club for many years, both as a fine player and an ambassador of good will. Sincere condolences to Millie and their wonderful family.

Barbara

December 15, 2010

Thank you Mr. Rickson for your service, rest in peace.

December 15, 2010

Great guy!
Great coach!
Loved his sense of humor.
A wonderful role model.
My condolences,
John Laverty

Ron Sayles

December 15, 2010

Mr.Rickson was my gym teacher atNQHS in the early 60,s.Learned alot from him . My thoughts and prayers are with his family.He was one heck of a gym teacher.

December 15, 2010

Our sincere condolences for your loss of a truly great man. Ken epitomized a real man

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