Search by Name

Search by Name

Michael Rickson Obituary

Rickson, Michael Age 87, of Oak Lawn, IL passed away September 1, 2013 at Advocate Christ Hospital. Survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Marian (nee Paciga). Beloved children, Dona (Frank) Freniere, Michael (Pamela) Green, and cherished grandfather of Alex Freniere and Kimberly and Carli Rickson. Michael proudly enlisted and served in WWII, U.S. Navy from 1943-1946. He was employed and retired from the Chicago Transit Authority for 38 years at the time of his retirement. A supervisor of office procedures and budgets. We lost a good man, he will be especially remembered for his kindness and generosity to all. Interment: private at Abraham Lincoln Cemetery, Elwood, IL.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 11, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Rickson

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Fred Heinrich

September 13, 2013

My sincere condolences to Mike's family from a fellow Lake Louise board member.

joe pranskevich

September 12, 2013

I will miss mike very much and all the times we talked. Mike was always nice to me.I will truly miss mike as a friend, and a great landlord.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Michael Rickson's name

Memorial Events
for Michael Rickson

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Michael's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Michael Rickson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more