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Longtime Fox resident Beverly Ann Rickels, 62, passed away Sept. 25, 2012, at her cabin in the Goldstream Valley.
Beverly was born Dec. 31, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio.
Beverly was an adventurer and lived in Kentucky, California and Oregon before moving her family to Alaska in the early 1980s to start her "Alaska adventure."
Beverly truly loved Alaska and all it had to offer. Beverly built her home in the Goldstream Valley to raise her two daughters in.
Beverly enjoyed working with leather. She loved her dogs, cats, horses and took pride in her Boxers. Beverly began her own mushing business at Chatanika called Awl Alaskan Kennels providing any and all individuals with a great Alaska experience. Where ever Beverly went she made new friends, sharing her wisdom and experiences through humor and sometimes all out in your face honesty.
Beverly enjoyed the great outdoors and was never afraid to get a little dirty. Beverly tackled the great outdoors with enthusiasm from mining, hunting, trapping and fishing. She would spend quiet time at the Large Animal Research Station off Yankovich Road watching the musk ox roam.
Beverly loved her family including all of those she claimed as her extended Alaska family.
Beverly is survived by her two daughters; Tonya Justice and Corey Patton; all of her dear grandchildren, Victoria and Vincent Justice, Sky and Mahalia Patton, and India Smart.
Beverly was born to Raymond and Hazel Rickels of Ohio.
Her mother, Hazel Rickels, precedes her in death.
She is survived by her sisters, Deborah and her husband Bernie Ratcliff, and Lisa Rickels; brothers, Raymond "Butch" and spouse, Debbie Reckless, Eddie and spouse, Patty Reckless; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Beverly lived life to the fullest, and her infectious smile will forever truly be missed.
A celebration of life will take place from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, 2012, at the Ken Kunkle Community Center in the Goldstream Valley. Please bring a story and a dish to share.
In lieu of flowers please bring a helium balloon to release at the closing of the celebration.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
I didn't know Beverly personally but I know her brother
Ray and how loving that he and Debbie spoke of her. I know she is missed and may she rest in peace.
Eva Jean Sexton
September 22, 2021
Forever friends Patty Hull, Wichita Kansas.. See you in heaven
October 13, 2012
From the Cold Spot Family, Mark and Connie we wish you a new adventure in the next life we are sure you will have. We hope all your animal friends met you on the other side and now you all are happy once again playing ball or mushing.
Connie Dubay
October 8, 2012
Her eyes and smile lit up the Fox General Store every time she walked in!!
Valerie Gill
October 7, 2012
Loved the smile no matter what!!!!!
sandy koebler
October 6, 2012
You were such a fun loving cousin. Love, tina
Tina Najarro
October 6, 2012
I know you and mom are reunited. You are missed very much
Tina Najarro
October 6, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Bev. We didn't know Bev very well...we attended her wedding so many years ago. We will keep Tonya and Corey Justice and her family and friends in our prayers. Love, Daughters of Evelyn Justice, Cousins Ginger Palmer Beck (Groveport, OH) and Debbie Palmer Reiber, (Canal Winchester, OH).
Debbie Reiber
October 4, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Bev. We didn't know Bev very well...we attended her wedding so many years ago. We will keep Tonya and Corey Justice and the family in our prayers, With love daughters of Evelyn Justice: Cousins Ginger Palmer Beck (Groveport, Ohio and Debbie Palmer Reiber (Canal Winchester,Ohio)
Debbie Reiber
October 4, 2012
May the Lord bless you and keep you, May the Lord let his face shine upon you in these hard times. Peace to our hearts.
karen brookes
October 4, 2012
Truly sorry and sad to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen Motschenbacher
October 4, 2012
One of a kind! A true friend.Old school!!! I'll see ya down the trail my friend.
rick
October 4, 2012
Beverly much too soon. Will always remember the winters at the Gold Camp.
I am so sorry that your smiling face won't be around any more. Bummer!!!
Happy Trails and when you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on!!! RIP My friend.
Crhis
October 3, 2012
Tonya,Victoria & Vincent,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I only met your mom once but she seemed to be such a free spirit. I pray that your memories help you through your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vern, Sherry, Shea & Jesse
Smith Johnson
October 3, 2012
Cory, thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Beverly Ross
October 3, 2012
Oh Miss Beverly,beautiful eyes, georgous face, heart of gold, mouth like a logger! How I love you, and have missed you. You and Anna are makin peace with each other and lookin down on all of us. In my heart you will always be! With all love,YOUR CRAZY REDHEADED KATY, Rest in peace.
Katy Taylor
October 3, 2012
Thank you for all the memories and wonderful stories from all of us here on the Oregon Coast, those days way back when... they were some of THE BEST days of our lives....you will always be remembered with joy and love...Rest now. Our loving thoughts with Tonya and Corey and all your family.
Ben and Lori Noland
October 3, 2012
I love you and will Miss you! I have so many wonderful memories of your beautiful smiling face! Prayers to Tonya's family and Co Co's family love you!
Shani Sarena(Noland)
October 3, 2012
I only got to meet your mom was and instantly fell in love with her. She was so sweet and fun. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Margaret Kellogg
October 3, 2012
To My Friend,You will be Miss so Much,lov Dani
October 3, 2012
A grand gal has left this place and a new adventure awaits her. She has touched our hearts and brought a smile to our faces!!!!! She reminded me that having a horse does wonders to being alive!!!
Michele Giddings
October 3, 2012
Corey & Tonya & kids.... May you find peace knowing that she will no longer suffer from pain & agony. She is a trooper & will always be in our hearts. Kate Marshall
October 3, 2012
Beverly,
You will be missed.
Loved you girl!
Sue Sandberg
October 3, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all the family. So sorry for your loss. Sue Reed Hair (Dr. Snyder /Hrabowy office)
October 2, 2012
Debroah Ratcliff and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you and praying for you during this time.
Mark Souders, Airtron
October 1, 2012
Sorry for your lost. Beverly was one of a kind and always had nice things to say about people. Will miss you Beverly.
Joyce Carman and O'Neal Family
October 1, 2012
So sorry for the loss of your Daughor Ray God be with you and Family
Shelby winters
September 30, 2012
so sorry to hear of Bev's passing; we were very good friends in our school days in Whitehall. I didn't realize she moved to Alaska. My heart is breaking.
Jill Stewart Peck
September 30, 2012
FOREVER I WILL LOVE YOU MAMAW! !!!
Karen Koch
September 30, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about Beverly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family
Larry & Laura Morrison
September 29, 2012
I LOVE & MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!!!
Tonya Justice
September 29, 2012
So sorry for the loss of Beverly. My deepest sympathy to her whole family
Jeri Lanier
September 29, 2012
May you rest in peace. No more pain and suffering. I will forever keep the promise I made you. I will miss listening to you and Butch solve the worlds problems and the endless laughter. Tell your mom we send our love and if you see my dad give him a hug for me. Love you
Debbie Sexton Rickels
September 29, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She is now at peace with the Lord.
Jean Sexton
September 29, 2012
Full of positivity and life cousin, you will always be remembered and may G-d bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Love,
Josh, Holli, Will and Katie
Holli Trumbo
September 29, 2012
So sorry to here about your loss.
Fred & Dianne Summers
September 29, 2012
Dear Rickels/Ratcliff family,
Doug and I are so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love Cindy
Cindy Stewart
September 29, 2012
love ya!
Butch Rickels III
September 29, 2012
love ya
butch rickels 111
September 29, 2012
So sorry to here of Bevs passing. Prays to the family, Jeff Meeker
jeff meeker
September 29, 2012
You will be missed very much. With my favorite memories in my heart, I will always remember you. Your laugh, smile, and songs will always be my favorite! Love and miss you.
Janice Rice
September 29, 2012
Beverly, you lived, laughed, loved to the fullest while you were here. You were taken from us way to soon, you will be missed. Love, Sandy
sandy sesco
September 29, 2012
To all in the Rickels Family, We were so sad to learn of Beverly's passing. She was such a sweet and outgoing person! I remember she was the "welcome wagon" to our friends (who she had never met) when they moved to Alaska ... so kind to greet them at the airport and be a friend. We will be thinking especially of Deborah and Bernie and their children & grandchildren. With much love,
the Gaver Family
September 29, 2012
Beverly, I Love You
Brady
September 29, 2012
Beverly love you so much and will miss you a lot tell Chris I love and miss him to
alisa davis
September 28, 2012
RIP big sister! You will be missed. Tell mom we love and miss her.
Eddie Rickels
September 28, 2012
RIP big sister. you will be missed, tell mom I love her.
Eddie
September 28, 2012
Your laugh and smile would light up the darkest of rooms! We love you very much and you will be missed dearly.
Jessi Rickels Snyder
September 28, 2012
Sorry to hear of Beverly's passing.
Bruce Rowland
September 28, 2012
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