In Memory
Marilynn Jane Rickard
November 24, 1930 ~ June 18, 2024 (age 93)
Marilynn Jane Rickard, 93, passed away at 10:42 a.m. on June 18, 2024, at her home in Elkhart, IN. She was born on November 24, 1930, in South Bend, IN, to Vera and Howard Becker.
Marilynn graduated from John Adams High School in South Bend.
On November 18, 1949, in Detroit, MI, Marilynn married Dave E. Rickard; he preceded her in death in 2002. She had many different jobs--the best, being a mom to five children: Thomas Rickard (deceased), Ed (Endora) Rickard, Al Baltes, Kathy (Steve Eppley) White, and Shirley Baltes (deceased). Also surviving are many grandchildren, whom she loved dearly.
Marilynn lived most of her life in the South Bend area. She moved to Pierceton, IN, with David. Marilynn spent her last 11 years with her daughter, in Elkhart.
Per her wishes, cremation will take place, and there will be no services.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Center for Hospice Care, 22579 Old U.S. 20 East, Elkhart, IN 46516.
Elkhart Cremation Services has been entrusted with the arrangements.
06/19/2024 DEC
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