Michael "Big Mike" Rickard was an inspiration to all. He was a gentle giant and left us far too soon. He was a football star, had a fantastic sense of humor, and was a friend to all (from entertaining younger siblings at his sister's softball games to coaching girl's youth basketball whenever his busy schedule allowed him to, befriending all during his many activities and sports events.) Michael's upbeat nature and kind spirit touched all that he met. All knew Big Mike, his athletic skills coupled with his amazing personality off the field. He will be forever remembered, and the mark he has left he has left on all of us is everlasting. Many have asked how they can help, so we are setting up this fund to support the Rickards with any associated expenses during this challenging time.
His many activities included:
- University of New England Noreaster Football Team
- Shriner's All-Star Classic '22 Football Team
- MHS Freshman, JV, and Varsity Football
- MHS Indoor and Outdoor Track Shotput
- MHS Freshman Basketball
- Pop Warner Football
- Pop Warner's All-American Scholars '17
- Methuen Youth Basketball
- Assisting with the MHS Football Camp to transition from 8th Grade to High School
- Volunteering with the Patriots
- Fantasy Football with Friends and Family
- Working at Mano's Pizzeria
- Working at Canobie Lake Park
- Working for the City of Methuen
- Working towards Class A CDL
If you would like to join us for his memorial, it will be held on Wednesday, November 8th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home in Methuen, MA.
There will also be a Mass held in Michael's memory on Thursday, November 9th, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Monica's in Methuen, MA.
Organizer and beneficiary
Michael Rickard Jr
Beneficiary