With sad hearts, the family of Philomene "Phyllis" Mary Rickard, widow of the late Earl A. Rickard, announce her passing at York Care Centre, Fredericton, on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at the age of 92.

Phyllis was born at Pokemouche, NB on January 15, 1924, a daughter of the late Xavier and Lucille (Mazerolle) Hachey. She was a member of the Corbett Avenue Wesleyan Church.

Phyllis is survived by two cherished grandchildren, Brent (Shelly) Rickard of Noonan, NB and Shelley (Currie) Curtis of Gray Rapids, NB; also, four much loved great-grandchildren, Brett Curtis, Sydney Rickard, Bailey Curtis and Michael Rickard. Phyllis also leaves behind a loving sister, Jessie (Carl) McMinniman of  Fredericton and dear brothers, Ernest (June) Blanchard of Saint John, NB and Albert (Kay) Blanchard of ON; a special niece, Faye (Peter) McMinniman of Fredericton as well as a number of other nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents and husband Earl (1989), Phyllis was predeceased by her son Arthur "Art" Rickard (2009); sisters, Emily, Regina, Lucy, Kathleen and Maggie and brothers Aurele, Frank and Camille.

The family will receive condolences at Bishop’s Funeral Home, 540 Woodstock Road, Fredericton on Monday, January 2, 2017 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A service celebrating the life of Phyllis Rickard will be held from Corbett Avenue Wesleyan Church, 55 Corbett Ave., Fredericton on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 2 PM with Pastor Norm McDonald officiating. Interment in the Sunny Bank Cemetery at a later date.

The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Corbett Avenue Wesleyan Church or to a favorite charity of your choice.

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