Suzanne Ricard

Suzanne (Starkel) Ricard, 84, of Coventry, CT, passed away on November 23, 2025,

surrounded by her family. Suzanne was a lifetime resident of Coventry. In her youth

she was a member of Coventry’s waterski team and in 1960, she was honored as Miss

Firewoman of Eastern Connecticut.

Suzanne’s life was marked by creativity and devotion. She was a master craftsperson,

and her hands were rarely still. She was always busy with countless projects that

brought her joy including painting, doll making, and sewing. She shared her passions

with her loving husband who used his woodworking skills to make her endless pieces

to paint. She was a long-time member of the Coventry Home Crafters and she exhibited

her crafts at shows for over 30 years. Her creativity was always on full display

during the holiday season with her elaborate Christmas decorations which were

enjoyed by many. In addition to her decorations, she enjoyed many holidays traditions

with her family and friends including candy making, baking, and decorating Christmas

cookies.

Above all, she cherished her family, who were a source of endless love and pride.

Some of her fondest memories were camping at Charlestown Breachway in Rhode Island

with her family and friends.

Suzanne is predeceased by her beloved husband, Rene Ricard. She leaves behind her

loving children, son Jeff Ricard, daughter Debbi-Sue Clark and her husband Dennis.

She also leaves behind her grandchildren Michael Ricard, Morgan Clark, Corey Clark

and his wife Laura and many nieces and nephews.

Her legacy of warmth, artistry, friendship and devotion will fondly be remembered

and deeply missed.