Marcia A. Miller-Rickley, 66, of Grandville, MI, passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at Mercy Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. She was born January 1, 1949 in Fremont, OH to Marion and Jeanne (Bauman) Thompson. She was a 1968 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.
Marcia married Bruce A. Rickley on April 6, 1999 in Myrtle Beach and he survives. She was a homemaker but worked for Briarfield Nursing Home in Milan, OH for several years. Marcia was a member of Fitchville United Methodist Church in Fitchville, OH. Marcia enjoyed baking and listening to country music and oldies music, especially Elvis Presley. She was a strong loving wife and mother and enjoyed spending time with her family.
Marcia is survived by her husband of sixteen years, Bruce A. Rickley, Grandville, MI; children, Angela Urbine, Plymouth, OH, Kelli Tira, Washington Court House, OH, Lori (Sonny) Burgoon, Georgetown, SC, Gary Miller, Jr, Norwalk, OH, Lisa (Sean) Osburn, Andrews, SC, Brian Miller, Georgetown, SC; step children, Paula (Darrin) Malott, Omaha, NB, Patricia (Kevin) Boynton, MI; siblings, Diana (Ken) Noftz, Jacksonville, FL, Rich (Irene) Thompson, Ann Harbor, MI; grandchildren, Ashley, Amanda, Seth, Cory, Cody, Brandon, Marissa, Summer, Mikayla, Faith, Hannah, Austin, Caitlin, Noah, Caleb, Jason and two great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and infant sister.
Visitation: Monday, October 26, 2015 from Noon to 2:00 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH 43420
Service will follow the visitation at 2:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home with Pastor Ben Wallick officiating.
Burial will take place at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, Clyde, OH
In lieu of flowers, memorial can be made to the family.
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Barbara and David Stoldt
We are so sorry for your loss. She was such a special person and will be missed.
cousins Barbara and David
Lori Burgoon
David and Barbara,
Thank you. Mom was truly a special lady and will be missed by many.
Barb Britner
To Marcia’s children wow what a blessing to have her be you’re mother,she loved you like no other and she may not physically be with you but you will always carry memories of her in your hearts ! Such a sweetheart . God Bless
Lori Burgoon
Barb,
Thank You. Mom always talked about you. Thank you for being a special person in her life. She is definitely is missed by us and many.
Lori
Brian miller
I wanted to say thankyou for everyone who’s lives my mother. Has touched and want to say. I thank god for being able to have a beautiful Amazon mother as I did. We aren’t promised tommorrow with that being said I ask each one of you. To love those around you and tell each other how much they mean too you
Patty Burggon Kenney
Rest in peace! Your battle is won. She was a very quiet soul. She did the best she could with what she had but never complained that I know of. She was tiny but mighty and loved her kids, grand kids and great grand kids more than anything. Now she will be able to watch over all of them from heaven. From one mother to another, I will see you there and we will sing praises together. I will take care of buying Sonny his socks and t shirts for Christmas so don’t worry about that. Haha. You kids were witness to a very loving mother. She will be your guardian angel and constantly watch over you until you see her again and give her the big hug she so deserves. Love to a great mama!
Lori Burgoon
Patty,
Thank you! She was an amazing “little” lady with a big heart. I know she is watching over all of us.
Lori
Marissa
Marcia was a quiet, sweet woman who I wish I could have known better. I lived next door to her for a while in Grandville, MI. When we introduced ourselves, she told me that she had a granddaughter who was also named Marissa. So I always felt connected to her even though we were strangers. Sometimes we would stand and chat outside our apartments. Her dog Teddy Bear seemed really special to her. I hope that her last moments were peaceful. I would like to say to her family that I am so sorry for their loss, and that I hope they find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Lori Burgoon
Marissa,
Thank you. Mom was truly special to all of us and we appreciate you being a special part of her life.
Lori