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1959
DIED
2017
Steven Ricks Obituary
He is survived by his wife Hattie, his sisters Martha Moyes and Deniece Hopkins and many close friends.
Services will be held April 4 at 10 am at the LDS Church on 2828 McCray, Bakersfield.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Ricks
Beverly Burdett
April 4, 2017
Sorry to hear the news of Steven's passing. My love to the family.
Teresa Francis
April 3, 2017
Steve was the dearest friend a person could have. Before I moved away from Bakersfield, Steve and Suzanne would come over my house and we would have game night every Thursday. My husband and I have so many wonderful memories of Steve. Steve, Suzanne and myself were the 3 amigos for many years, through thick and thin, smiles and tears. Steve's wife Hattie brought him a beautiful companionship and love that will never be broken by the separation from this life. I am confident they will reunite in Heaven. Love, Teresa (Sparks) Francis
Robin Lake
April 2, 2017
I haven't seen him for many years but my condolences to the family... Robin Gospich-Lake
Lisa Chesmore
April 2, 2017
I remember the year Steve drove Karen and I to San Simeon for the MineralSociety yearly trip. And in true Ricks fashion Steve, Karen, Tanya, and I spent the week trashing each others tents at every opportunity. Even though Steve is no longer here he will always be loved ,missed and remembered fondly.
Wendy Landers
April 1, 2017
I'm sorry to hear of Ricks passing. He was a genuinely nice guy. Always made my day. Prayers to his wife and family.
RIP Steve
April 1, 2017
Forever families makes it so much easier to deal with losses. Knowing we will see him again even though we will miss him tremendously, helps us to move on. Steve you are loved by soooo many, see you in the morrow!
Donna Lacour
April 1, 2017
I am so sorry to read about Steve's passing. God bless his soul, and bless his family in this sad and difficult time.
Debrann Contreras
April 1, 2017
He always made me smile and laugh at work, going to miss him.
Nancy Wagner
April 1, 2017
RIP, from a Facebook friend.Thanks for the memories.
Lisa Paxton
April 1, 2017
I met Steve at the very first "Cruise" he put together and became fast internet buddies with him. He was one of those people that when you met him, you felt like you had known him always. He had such a jovial way about him and always a kind word for you.
Steve gave me some very good advice and helped me get through a pretty tough time in my life a few years back, for which I am eternally grateful. He was a great puzzle solver also.
Rest In Peace, my friend. You are missed "beyond words"...
Tom Wellman
April 1, 2017
Thoughts and prayers for Steven's family. May god grant you the strength you need in your sad moments.
Barbara Sargent sage
April 1, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I never met Rick, but we became friends thru other friends on Facebook. I enjoyed his posts and humor. Barbara Sargent Sage
Sherida Sutherland
April 1, 2017
Never met. But knew him from his fb page, "I used to Cruise Crater Avenue." Great guy. He will be missed.
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