Earl K. “Rick” Rickard, 91, of Enfield, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Suffield House. He was born in Matamors, PA on September 1, 1930, beloved son of the late William K. and Muriel A. (Ballard) Rickard. Rick served his country admirably in the United States Navy from 1950 to 1954. He moved to CT in 1960 and was employed as a department manager for Combustion Engineering for many years. Outside of work, Rick enjoyed woodworking, and traveling with Gloria, his beloved companion of over 25 years. He joyfully assumed the role of Grandpa to Gloria’s grandchildren Jessica and Mike and was ever present at their sporting events and many milestones of their lives. Rick will be remembered for his gentle, kind, and generous spirit by all those whose lives he touched.

He is survived by his son Wayne, his grandchildren, Amberlynne and Jadelyn Rickard; his sister Laura Pellitteri; his extended family, Joe Natale and his fiancée Jeannie Buck, and Jessica Natale Sardella and Michael Natale, who knew him as Grandpa. In addition to his parents, Rick was predeceased by his wife Patricia (Petersen) Rickard, his sister, Helen Fink, and his beloved companion, Gloria Natale. All services will be private, at the convenience of the family. Donations in Rick’s memory may be made to Americares https://secure.americares.org/. For online condolences, please visit www.leetestevens.com.