Phyllis Poppen Ricketts, age 76, passed away at her home in Ames on August 5, 2016. A gathering of friends and family will be 4-7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 9th at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames. A celebration of life funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames, with burial at 3: 00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church Cemetery in Rural Manson, Iowa. A reception will follow at the church in Manson.
Phyllis was born in Carroll on June 15, 1940, the daughter of Maurice and Pauline MacDonald. She grew up in the Knierim - Manson area. She married Roger Dean Poppen and he preceded her in death. She later married Charlie Ricketts. Phyllis cherished her faith, family, and friends above all else. Before retiring, Phyllis worked at Homeward Healthcare in Ames. She enjoyed volunteering at Mary Greeley Medical Center and Bethesda Lutheran Church where she was a member. Phyllis was a PEO sister and past board member of the Northcrest Foundation. "She loved the Cyclones and playing bridge"
Those left to cherish Phyllis's memory are her husband, Charlie Ricketts, her children, Terri (Dean) Haaland, Kimber (Roger) Jackson, Jim Poppen, Dave (Lexi) Knight; step children, Beth ( Mark) Dean and Steve (Linda) Ricketts grandchildren, Nick (Jen), Kiera, Ashley,Thomas (Chelsea), Drew (Emily), India, Dakota, Kennedy, Sydney, Karina: step grandchildren, Ryan (Abby) Megan, Aaron, Scott, Jason,Jenny: great grandchildren, Carter, Liliana, Brooks; siblings Shirley (Corliss) Poppen, Dick (Carol) MacDonald, Joni (Don) Hover and many other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Roger Poppen and her sons, Tom and Curt.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to: Bethesda Lutheran Church of Ames, Mary Greeley Medical Center Foundation and Northcrest Retirement Community.
Online condolences may be directed to ww.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Sending my sympathy to all of Phyllis's family.
My sincere sympathy to all of Phyllis's family. I worked with her many years ago in the home health office for Mary Greeley. She was a very special lady.
Uncle Charlie, Words cannot express our sadness. You had a very special lady. We will all miss her. So, glad to have had time to visit with you both recently. May God, friends, and family bring you comfort during this time. Hugs.
Dear Charlie, Our deepest sympathy and caring thoughts are with you at this time. Phyllis sounds like a lovely woman and we are sorry we never met her. May your memories provide some comfort and peace.
Charlie, so sorry to hear about Phyllis, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
My deepest sympathy to,you Terry and all the family. My memories of you mother are from the time you and Kathryn were such good friends in Osage. Phyllis was a loving and strong parent and friend. My love and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Charlie, know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Phyllis was a remarkable woman.
Charlie, So sorry to hear of Phyllis's passing. I didn't know her well, but know she was a great partner for you. We are gone for the next 2 week so can't attend the funeral, but assure you, Pat and I are keeping you in our prayers.
Charlie. So sorry to learn of your loss. Hope family and friends, and wonderful memories help you find peace at this time of loss..
Uncle Charlie, Very sorry to hear of Phyllis' passing. You have our deepest sympathy!
Jeff & Ruth
So very sorry. Phyliss was such a nice lady.
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