Robert Michael "Rick" Rickett

Robert Michael "Rick" Rickett, age 81, of Tipp City, passed away March 27, 2025. He was born January 31, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Roy and Goldie Rickett. In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by his daughter, Tonya Michelle Rickett; sister, Janet Smith; brother, Richard Rickett; and life partner, Mary Mikel.

Rick is survived by his children: Robert M. Rickett II (Kelly) and Christina McKinley; step-daughter, Leslie Watkins; grandchildren: Tonya Michelle Rickett II and Myles Lee Rickett; sister, Wanda Long (Jerry); many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Rick was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Vietnam War. He retired from General Motors after many years of service. Rick is a member of the Wolf Pack. He was an avid hunter, loved riding his Harley and enjoyed working on hot rods. Rick loved watching WWE and the Indy 500 with his son.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 - 2:00 pm on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Newcomer Funeral Home, North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton, Ohio, where the funeral service will begin at 2:00 pm.  During this time, friends and family will be invited to share your favorite memory of Rick.  The service will be livestreamed, see link below.   

On Friday, April 11, 2025 a funeral procession will form at Newcomer Funeral Home, North Chapel, between 9:00 - 9:15 am, leaving promptly at 9:20 am, for a 10:00 am graveside service at Dayton National Cemetery, where military honors will be rendered.

To share a memory of Rick or to leave his family a special message, please sign the online guestbook provided.