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Boyd S. “Sam” Ricketts, Jr., 69

February 04, 2018

Boyd S. “Sam” Ricketts, Jr., 69, of Lancaster, PA, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018, at Lancaster General Hospital, after a battle with heart failure. Born in Lancaster, Ohio, he was a son of the late Boyd S. Ricketts, Sr. and Mary Eaton Ricketts, and the beloved husband of Ann Brown Ricketts.
Sam was a graduate of Ohio University and worked in sales. A member of the U.S. Army, he honorably served his country for four years in Florida and Germany. He was an avid Ohio State football fan. Sam was a member of American Legion Post 34, Lancaster, where he served on the Board. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. His final act of giving was being a donor to the Gift of Life Program. Most important in Sam’s life were family and friends.
In addition to his wife, Ann, Sam is survived by his son Todd; his daughter-in-law, Janna; and his beloved cocker spaniel, Zoey. Also surviving is his brother, Steven Ricketts of Lancaster, Ohio; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends too numerous to mention, but you know who you are and have all been true friends to the end. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Sandra Mason.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial which will be held at 11 AM Saturday, February, 17, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 East Delp Road, Lancaster, PA, 17601, where the family will receive guests beginning at 10:00 AM. Immediately following Mass a luncheon will be held at American Legion Post 34, 1388 Arcadia Road, Lancaster, PA, 17601, where military honors will take place. Sam’s final resting place will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, which will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 34 at the above address.

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Condolences to the Family

February 16, 2018

 Ann and Todd. I am sorry to hear about Sam’s passing. Sam was a good friend and a great coworker. I will miss him. 
Gene Skulrak

February 16, 2018

ANN AND TODD 
SAM WAS A GOOD MAN AND FOOTBALL GUY.
I WILL SEE YOU AT THE FUNERAL.
JACK WHALEN

February 15, 2018

Rest In Peace Sam was good working you
bob fisher
 

February 12, 2018

very sorry for your loss. Sam was a dear friend of many in Lancaster, Ohio.  
Donna Rempe
 

February 12, 2018

RIP Sam you were a great guy and friend we had a lot of fun at work man. Bob Havercamp

February 11, 2018

Ann  and Todd I ‘m so Sorry to hear about Sam ‘a passing I grew up with him He was a good friend. Fred Swyers

February 11, 2018

Dear Anna Kay, So sorry for your loss of Sam. With Sympathy, Jim and Sheila (Craiglow) Robbins, Lancaster, Ohio
 

February 11, 2018

Ann and Todd, my deepest condolences on Sams passing. He was always a good person and friend prayers for you all.

Visitation
Saturday, February 17, 2018
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. John Neumann Catholic Church
601 East Delp Road
Lancaster, PA
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11:00 AM
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601 East Delp Road
Lancaster, PA
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