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Sylvester Rickards Obituary
Sylvester W. "Rick" Rickards, 85, passed away on November 6, 2013 of natural causes.
Born in Lewes, Del. he was the son of Sylvester T. and Mabel B. Rickards. Rick was proud to serve in the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged in San Francisco. Thereafter, he graduated from Florida State University where he found the love of his life. He moved to Akron, Ohio in 1955 with his wife of 57 years, Suzanne McCormick Rickards. Rick volunteered at Children's Hospital with over 7651 hours of service. It was there he met his cherished friend, Dr. Bob Klein. It was also through Children's Hospital that Rick developed a long time relationship with the Hershberger family of Sugar Creek, Ohio and served the Amish Community well. Rick was the owner of the Rickards-Faulkman Insurance Agency, he was an avid runner and accomplished tennis player. He was a member and supporter of AA for over 55 years.
A loving father, he is survived by his children; Tara Earley, Renee Kulman, Teal Rickards; and his grandchildren, Mariah, Josh and Evan Rickards and McKenna, Judson and Kayne Kulman.
Graveside services for the family will be held at Wadsworth Cemetery on November 15, 2013. Memorial contributions are greatly appreciated to Children's Hospital and may be sent to: Children's Hospital, 1 Perkins Square, Akron, Ohio 44308, Attn: Mary Mondozzi- Burn Unit, In Memory of Sylvester "Rick" Rickards.
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November 13, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. I have some wonderful memories of time spent with your family and our days at P.C.C. Will keep all of you in my prayers.
Ann LaRose McIntyre
November 12, 2013
Tara and Family, you are in my thoughts. may good loving memories comfort you.
Sincerely,
Melissa Pauser
November 12, 2013
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Ellen and Karl Hay
Defe Morrison
November 10, 2013
Dear Sue and Family,
Am sorry to hear of your loss of Rick. Peace be with you in the coming months.
Defe Morrison
November 10, 2013
Dear Sue and Family,
Am sorry to hear of your loss of Rick. Peace be with you in the coming months.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
November 10, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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