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Margaret Ricks Obituary

June 16, 1939 - December 2, 2015 Margaret Ann Ricks (Martin) was taken from us suddenly and passed away on December 2, 2015 at 76 years of age at her home in Los Angeles, CA. The cause of death was complications due to a stroke. She leaves behind her 6 sons, 3 daughters-in-law, 8 grandchildren, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, and many other relatives, friends and loved ones. Margaret was born ninth of eleven children. She moved to Los Angeles from Hartshorne, OK in 1958. She enjoyed a long career as a nurse, which perfectly complimented her tender and generous heart. She also found great joy serving in her church. She was preceded in death by her parents, 6 siblings and her former husband of 25 years. Private services will be held. Donations can be sent in her honor to L.A. Community Church, 10611 S. Hoover St L.A. 90044, in lieu of flowers.

Published by Los Angeles Times from Dec. 14 to Dec. 15, 2015.
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Hi Grandma! You've been on my mind a lot lately, and it's been over 7 years since I last saw you. I had a dream about you a few days ago, and all the sudden my grief felt brand new. There are so many things I wish I could tell you, and countless moments that I wish we could share. For now, the best I can do is try to emulate the love and warmth that you spread. You were such a positive light during my childhood, and now that I'm older, I wish I had cherished our time together even more. I miss you so much, and I especially miss the Sunday afternoons that we spent at your house after church. I love you so much, and I wish I could hug you one more time. I miss you Grandma <3

Gabrielle Ricks

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December 8, 2022

Not a day goes by without a thought or a memory. Missing daily calls, positive and precise advise, the huge smile during every visit. Mom was the glue that held us together. She is missed every day.

Tim

Son

December 8, 2019

Its been over a year since we last spoke. WE all miss you every minute of every day.

December 21, 2016

Such a HUGE family void daily without you Mom. We all speak of your and your loving, patient and understanding nature daily. I knew when you were here how much I would miss you. It has been almost a year since you left us.

Tim Ricks

October 18, 2016

Hi Mom, We all miss you every day. Hope you are keeping everyone laughing on the other side. Miss your Happy eyes!

August 22, 2016

Mom- It is the first time since birth you have not been here for my birthday. I miss that funny call singing happy birthday to me. I now wished I saved that message. I take solace in remembering all of our great times together. You let me know you're around this weekend again. Say hello to dad, hope to see you and that you will remember me.

Tim Ricks

March 14, 2016

Mom it has been really tough not being able to speak to you. There is a huge void every day. I miss my "running buddy" as you put it. Everyday I wake up hoping to hear your call. I know you are with the amazing Lord you always told us about. In fact, something just occurred to let me know you are. Thanks Mom!

Tim Ricks

February 23, 2016

It's still hard to believe you're not here. I still reach for the phone to call you or tell you about some crazy antic from one of your granddaughters. I think about you often, especially in the quite moments. It was such a sudden departure...we'd only spoken on the phone a couple of hours earlier. Memories sustain, but there is a heaviness of heart that I don't expect to ever go away.

Bryan Ricks

January 15, 2016

I miss your smile and witty comments daily. The wonderful daily phone calls to see how I am have all stopped. I was blessed to spend so many wonderful moments with you. My biggest memory is your big smile and happy eyes, that greeted me each time I came through your door. To say you are missed is an understatement.

Tim Ricks

January 13, 2016

Tim Ricks

December 18, 2015

Mom's loss caught me by surprise. There is not a moment that goes by where someone or something reminds me of her. I am lucky to have spent everyday with her during my lunch break. We had many great talks I can hold on to.

Tim Ricks

December 18, 2015

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