Beverly A. Rickels

1949 - 2012

Beverly A. Rickels obituary, 1949-2012

BORN

1949

DIED

2012

Beverly Rickels Obituary

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.

Published by Daily News-Miner on Oct. 3, 2012.
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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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