Charles Wayne Rickett, 79, of Lucasville, Ohio, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, at his home.
He was born October 15, 1946, in Lewis County, a son of the late Shelby Rickett and Hattie Hensley Rickett.
Charles was a pipefitter and fabricator for more than 30 years, known for his unmatched knowledge and experience, often teaching and guiding the younger employees who came to work alongside him. He was a proud United States Army veteran, having served in Vietnam. He was a dedicated member of American Legion Post 471 and a life member of AMVETS Post 2256.
Survivors include his wife, Nancy Jane Rickett, whom he married May 20, 1967; his daughters, Tammy Lee Rickett and Loretta Jane (Pete) Schwendeman; his sons, Shelby David (Lisa) Rickett and Anthony Wayne (Rebecca) Rickett; his sisters, Terry (Gary) Bryan, Georgia (Ben) Johnson, and Willie Idella (Ray) Daugherty; his brother, James Daniel “Jim” (Edlena) Rickett; his grandchildren, Felica, Richard, Angel, Lainey, Lucas, Maddie, and Karter; his great-grandchildren; and many honorary grandchildren he and Nancy welcomed into their home over the years.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Henry Rickett and Francis Rickett; his sisters, Faris Gibson and Ruby Brannan; and a grandchild, Bailey Rickett.
Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2025, at Roger W. Davis Funeral Home in West Portsmouth, Ohio. Military graveside rites will be accorded by James Dickey American Legion Post 23.
Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to services Friday at the funeral home.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to SOMC Hospice for their loving and compassionate care.
Condolences may be sent at www.rogerwdavisfuneralhome.com.
