Everett F. Rikeman
July 7, 1959 ~ March 12, 2022
Everett F. “Rick” Rikeman, 62, of Reading, passed away on March 12, 2022 unexpectedly.
Born on July 7, 1959, he was the son of the late George and Bess (Barter) Rikeman. Rick was raised and educated in Reading and graduated from Reading High School. He had been employed in the building industry for many years, specializing in acoustical ceilings. Rick truly enjoyed being active, whether socializing, lending a helping hand to family and friends or engaged with nature and outdoor activities. He was happiest when hiking, golfing, sailing and landscaping. A dedicated friend and conscientious worker, Rick always found time to help friends and put extra time and effort into any project. Rick's smile, personality and kindness will be sorely missed.
He is survived by two daughters Deanna Rikeman and her wife, Kahae, of OR, and Michelle Rikeman of N. Reading, his siblings, Terry Gonsalves-Rikeman of Lynnfield, Wendy Murphy and her husband, Ross of Danvers, Jim Rikeman and his wife, Lisa of Newburyport, and Mark Rikeman of Lynnfield, seven nieces and nephews, Ian, Erin and Emily Murphy, Rachel, Erika and Hannah Rikeman and Matthew Rikeman.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 26th from 2:00pm-5:00pm at C.R. Lyons & Sons, Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers. All other services are private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Rick’s name to Friends of Endicott Park, 57 Forest Street, Danvers, MA, 01923. Online directions and condolences are available at www.LyonsFuneral.com.
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One guy who whole heartedly cared about everyone, and that SMILE, I will miss until I see you again my friend fly high and free, I love you!
Roxane Deniso
He was a great brother-in-law who will be greatly missed by all. I’ll miss his quick witty nature and glowing smile. He was agreat man fly high Rick.
Rick was one of the many cousins I have in this wonderful family and yes his smile was 1 of his most amazing traits . So many memories of 4 of July family cookouts and family outings….
Rick would always make anyone feel welcome and truly cared deeply for all his family….I’m sure he was the same with his friends…..He will be missed greatly!!!! All my love and deepest sympathies for the Rikeman Family……Jill
My sympathies to the Rikeman family. Rick was a great guy. I am so sorry for your loss.
We were very distressed to learn of Rick’s passing. The last time I was able to see Rick and the Rikeman family was in the summer of 2009. I was thankful to spend a dinner with all of them and enjoyed the loving attitudes that flowed from them. I know that he will be missed by everyone who has ever had the opportunity to be with him.
Donna Keefer
Ricky was a friend since High school, and became a part of our family. He will be missed greatly by all of us. Rest In Peace my friend❤️
In life we are fortunate to have friends, even more so to have lifelong friends.
Thank you, Rick, for being a lifelong friend and for a lifetime of memories, I cherish every one of them.
We have lost a great friend, it’s hard to comprehend. I have so many memories that I will think back on. We had so much fun together. Rick, I miss you Buddy