Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1953
DIED
2020
FUNERAL HOME
Rickard Gartee Obituary
Rickard Allen "Rackus" Gartee, was born February 21, 1953, and was called home on July 26, 2020. Rickard was an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and the Ohio State Buckeyes. He loved golf, bowling, gambling at the Hollywood Casino and watching all sports. Rickard worked for Conforming Matrix Co. as a mask maker for 43 years , retiring in 2016.
Rickard is survived by his loving wife, of 43 years, Susan; four wonderful children, Rickard, Crystal, Kelly and Kasey Gartee; 11 grandchildren, BreAnne, Jonathan, Meagan, Bryan, Kaleena, Anthony, Kellyce, Jayden, Easton, Lorenzo and Maverick; five siblings, Nathan, Karen (Mitch), Debbie, Kevin and Bryan (Mary) Gartee.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Nathan and Beverly Gartee; brother, David and his wife Janice Gartee; brother, Randy Gartee; and his daughter-in-law, Brittany Gartee.
Visitation will be held at the Walter Funeral Home, 4653 Glendale Avenue, on Friday, July 31st, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. with the funeral service starting at 6 p.m.
Rickard will be remembered for his awesome sense of humor, his down to earth personality, and the love he leaves for his family.
Visitors are asked to wear a facial covering while in the funeral home.
walterfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Rickard Gartee
Sponsored by Walter Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Toledo.
5 Entries
Shawne & Frank
November 26, 2020
With our deepest sympathy Rickard on the passing of your father. May God comfort you all.
Shawne Flanagan & Frank Frase
West Bend, Wisconsin
Mike Musgrave Sr.
August 1, 2020
Dear Karen, I am so sorry to hear of Ricks passing. Had a lot of good times working with him at Warnings. Also fondly remember baseball and football games at the old Westfield grounds. Please accept my condolences and pass them along to his family. From an old friend, Sincerely, Mike Musgrave
Mary Jo Halka
July 29, 2020
My deepest condolences to you Sue, you had a wonderful hubby all these years, seems they always leave us way to soon, Ricky was always passive, kind, hardworking man, who loved his family dearly, again my condolences to everyone, kids for losing your dad, Karen, Nate, Debbie, Kevin, for losing your awsome brother., rest easy Ricky.
Laurenia Borck
July 28, 2020
Im so sorry for your loss sue and the family i have known you guys a long time you guys are like family to me any thing you need sue let me no .my heart goes out to you sue i know how you feel.
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Rickard Gartee's name
Memorial Events
for Rickard Gartee
Jul
31
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Walter Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Toledo4653 Glendale Avenue, Toledo, OH 43614
Jul
31
Funeral service
6:00 p.m.
Walter Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Toledo4653 Glendale Avenue, Toledo, OH 43614
Funeral services provided by:
Walter Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Toledo4653 Glendale Avenue, Toledo, OH 43614
How to support Rickard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Rickard Gartee's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
