Melvin Rickenbaugh Jr.

Melvin Rickenbaugh Jr. obituary

Melvin Rickenbaugh Jr.

Melvin Rickenbaugh Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Becher Funeral Home, Inc. on Aug. 21, 2025.

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Melvin Rickenbaugh Jr., 57 of Ferdinand, passed away on Wednesday, August 20th at Linda White Hospice House in Evansville. Melvin was born April 20, 1968 in Corydon to Melvin Sr. and Beverly (Somerlotte) Rickenbaugh. He married Charlene Mullis in 1992. She preceded him in death on September 25, 2022. Melvin worked in customer service at Best Chairs. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working on cars. Melvin was always willing to lend a helping hand to others. He is survived by four sons, Andrew Rickenbaugh of Ireland, Austin (Destiny) Rickenbaugh of Eckerty, Alex and Avery Rickenbaugh both of Ferdinand; one daughter, Samantha (Nathan) Robinson of Eckerty; his girlfriend, Carrie Shelton of Huntingburg; mother, Beverly (Terry) Faulkenberg of Horse Branch, Ky; two brothers, Earl (Darla) Rickenbaugh and Adam Rickenbaugh both of Birdseye; two sisters, Jennifer Rickenbaugh of Scottsburg and Trish (Bob) Haley of French Lick; thirteen grandchildren. Melvin was preceded death by his father, Melvin Sr. and his wife, Charlene Rickenbaugh. There will be no services at this time. Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand has been entrusted with arrangements.

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