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Ronald H. Rickman

Ronald Rickman Obituary

RICKMAN Ronald H. Rickman was born on November 1, 1938 in Columbus, Ohio. He passed back into the arms of our Lord on Thursday, March 11, 2010. Ron, as he was affectionately called, was a member of Christ Memorial Missionary Baptist Church and served faithfully as a deacon and as part of the Ambassadors Ministry until his health declined. A former member of the U.S. Air Force, Ron was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans, Capital City Chapter 3. He retired from the Defense Construction Supply Center in 1989 as an equipment specialist. Ron and his wife spent many years traveling throughout the United States and Canada as officials with the National Hot Rod Association, the International Hot Rod Association, and the Ohio and National Tractors Pullers Associations. An avid fisherman, Ron was a former director of Region 1, Ohio Bass Chapter Federation. Ron was preceded in death by his parents Earl Rickman and Virginia Rickman Smith, and his step-father Willie Smith. Left to cherish their memories are his beloved wife, Geraldine; his dearly loved daughters, Veronica and Deloris Rickman and their mother, Elnora W. Rickman; and his dearly loved step-children, Ralph Cox, Anita (Charles) Bolin, Rozalyn Cardwell and Terrence (Kimberly) Meadows Sr. He is also survived by ten step-grandchildren, Robyn (Brian) Houchins, Kenya Cox, Sherise Cardwell, Teronn, Taryn, and Terrence Meadows, Jr., Courtney Rockwell, Keaira Walker, Maria and Devon Granger; and two step-great-grandchildren, Noah and Kennedy Houchins. Ron also leaves to mourn their loss, his step-mother, Cordelia Rickman, Upland, California; two aunts, Katherine Burton, Lynwood, California and Martha Rickman, Detroit, Michigan; special cousins, Sharon Ross and Cheryl (Robert) Booker, Columbus, Lewis Rickman and Duana Bowens, Detroit, Robert Burton, Englewood, and Larry Burton, Pasadena, California; his church family and many other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 18, 12Noon, at Christ Memorial Missionary Baptist Church, 3330 E. Livingston Avenue, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. Dr. Shedrick H. Fowler, Pastor, Eulogist. Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. www.calimanfuneralservices.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 14 to Mar. 17, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Rickman

22 Entries

Geraldine Rickman

March 13, 2011

To my beloved husband:

You are not forgotten, loved one,
Nor will you ever be.
As long as life and memory last,
We will remember thee.
We miss you now, our hearts are sore.
As time goes by we'll miss you more.
Your loving smile, your gentle face,
No one can fill your vacant place.
(Unknown)

Love always,

Geri

Anita Bolin

March 13, 2011

Hi Ron/Pop/PawPaw:

We love you; we miss you. We will continue to look out for Mom and make sure she is alright.

Your "Steps"
Ricky, Anita and Casey, Roz and Sean, Terry and Kim, Grandchildren and Great Grands

Geraldine Rickman

March 13, 2011

To my beloved husband:

March 11, 2011 has come and gone, and with it went the worse year of my life - one year without you. Yes, my love, I miss you so much; but I'm o.k. I'm o.k. because you are no longer in pain, you are at peace, and you are safe in the arms of our Lord and Savior. I'm o.k. because I know I will see you again someday. Until we meet again and go fishing - sweet dreams, my love.

Geri

Veronica. Roniann Rickman

January 21, 2011

You are loved and so very much missed Daddy. It has been 10 months now and it still feels like yesterday when God called
you home. I know you are at peace. I love
and miss you so much. I light this candel in your name. Rest in peace "My little
Daddy."
Love always, Roniann. "Veronica"

Roslyn Pratt

March 29, 2010

Mrs. Rickman
Just wanted you to know that I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. It is my prayer that you will find comfort in God's word, family, friends, and great memories. If I can ever do anything at all for you please don't hesitate to call.

Chas Bryant

March 27, 2010

Rest in peace old friend
Around the Trotters Car Club you were known as Benher

March 20, 2010

we know that Ron is at peace and finally found the "perfect" fishing spot. He was a good person who always cared about his fellow racers. You both were always remembered at your post at fuel check, especially on a hot day, with an offer of a cold drink and good wishes. May he rest in peace. Our prayers are with you.
Love, Mike and Janet Kosky

Jack Miller

March 19, 2010

Geri
I was so sorry to learn of your loss of Ron. He was a great guy and always had a ready smile for everyone. During our time together in the Bass Federation Ron could always be counted on to lend a hand and his support where needed. I know that your life is much richer for the time you had together, and now that you have suffered his loss I'm sure the memories of that time will only grow fonder.
Thinking of you
Jack Miller

Gail Couch

March 18, 2010

Mrs Rickman - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you comfort and peace int the days ahead. Sincerely,

Linda Beal

March 17, 2010

Geri
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. May God continue to bless and keep you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,

Rufus Woods

March 17, 2010

We mourn the loss of a good friend, but know the fishing is great where you are now. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr Rickman's family. From your friends at the VA Optical Shop.

March 17, 2010

So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. He and I worked together for many years on the NHRA racing circuit, Ron at the finish line, me announcing in the tower. He was a good friend and extremely dedicated to the safety of the racer...may times, at risk to his own well being. May you rest in peace, my friend.

Dave McClelland

Angela & BJ Raymore

March 17, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 17, 2010

Dear Mrs. Rickman and Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your husband, Ronald. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country.

Sincerely and God Bless,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers
Columbus, OH

Donald K. McCurdy Sr.

March 17, 2010

RIP Ron,
Will miss you dearly, and I will always keep you in my heart.
Geraldine, my love and prayers goes out to you and the family.

love you all,
Donnie

March 16, 2010

To the family,
Wishing you strength and comfort for the days that lie ahead.

Sincere sympathy
Esther Jones

March 16, 2010

My prayers are with you at this difficult time, I will pray for you and your family for healing....I love you....

Roma

Veronica Rickman

March 15, 2010

Daddy:
We love you and we miss you ever so much. I know you had to go, but I didn't think you would go so soon. You were the best Daddy in the world. And we know you are with Jesus and you are at peace. You are our guarding angel now and we know you will watch over us. You will always be in our hearts and minds. We love so much; rest in peace my little Daddy.
Love always and forever, Roniann and Deloris

MEDA MASON

March 15, 2010

GERI: MAY GOD BLESS AND COMFORT YOU IN THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED RON.

Carolyn and Ebony Turner

March 15, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sally/Bill Wentzel

March 15, 2010

Geri, We are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. You are in our prayers. Love, Bill and Sally Wentzel

Gladys Smith and Family

March 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.