MONDAY 31ST JANUARY 2022 COMMENCING AT 1:30 P.M.
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David John Rickerby
7-9-1946 – 22-1-2022
Loved husband of Sharon.
Loved Dad of Mark and father-in-law to Linda.
Grandfather of Kathryn and Melissa.
Great Grandfather of Heath Todd and Ollie Carter.
Will be dearly missed.
Dearly loved father of Deanne and Father-in-law of Craig.
Loved Grandfather of Daniel, Rachael, Bianca and Kathryn.
Great Grandfather of Declan and Karson.
Will forever be loved by us all. Bye Dad.
Dearly loved brother of Ann, Brother-in-law of Graeme.
Loved Uncle of Amanda, Sharon and Rob.
Forever in our hearts.
A Funeral Service for
David will be held at
David W Bull Pakenham Funeral Home
190 Princes Highway, Pakenham on
Monday 31st January 2022
commencing at 1:30 p.m.
A private cremation will follow.
Should you wish to send your personal condolences
to the family, please leave a message on the
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My condolences and deepest respect for a man who made his mark in the bus industry. I first met David at Ventura Bus lines in Oakliegh when he was my driver trainer and many a great time followed through the years.
Yours respectfully Allan Paynter ( On The Buses )
Our Deepest Sympathy to Deanne Mark and families. Our thoughts are with you all.
Rest in Peace David.
I met David when I was 14 and he was marrying my sister Judy. I always admired David for adopting Mark and treating him like a loved son. David was always loving and kind to me as his sister in law. He also continued to send me Christmas cards after he and Judy divorced. May he rest in peace, and much love to his family.
Loved nephew of Margaret and Derek Cracknell (both deceased)
Loved cousin of Judy, Sue and John.
Many happy memories of days spent together during our childhood.
Our love is with Anne and Graeme and girls and all David’s family.
Loved nephew of Margaret and Derek Cracknell (both deceased)
Loved cousin of Judy, Sue and John.
Many happy memories of days spent together during our childhood.
Our love is with Anne and Graeme and girls and all David’s family.
Judy Oakes
I met David nearly 6 years ago when I my friend introduced him to me. He became my best friend. He showed me that being in a long distance relationship is not a hindrance to our love.
We had 6 truly joyful years of the deepest love, happiest marriage, and truest partnership that I could imagine … He gave me the experience of being deeply understood, truly supported and completely and utterly loved – and I will carry that with me always.
David was my rock. When I got upset, he stayed calm. When I was worried, he said it would be ok. When I wasn’t sure what to do, he figured it out. He was completely dedicated to his children in every way – and their strength these past few weeks is the best sign I could have that David is still here with us in spirit.
David and I did not get nearly enough time together. But as heartbroken as I am today, I am equally grateful. Even in these last few days of completely unexpected hell – the darkest and saddest moments of my life – I know how lucky I have been. If the day I walked down that aisle with Dave someone had told me that this would happen – that he would be taken from us all in just 6 years – I would still have walked down that aisle. Because 11 years of being David John Rickerby’s wife, is perhaps more luck and more happiness than I could have ever imagined. I am grateful for every minute we had.
As we put the love of my life to rest today, we buried only his body. His spirit, his soul, his amazing ability to give is still with it. It lives on in the stories people are sharing of how he touched their lives, in the love that is visible in the eyes of our family and friends. I know David is in a better place, and that we will see each other again someday, but I will miss him every day and keep him with me until we see each other again.
Hi, Sharon,Mark and Mel, sorry for your loss, l’m sorry I can’t make Dave’s send off I have to work. I’m going to miss the old fella’s tales about the old days of coach driving and the trips through the outback.
R.I.P my dearest Dave but always in our hearts & thoughts as my Dad & Par too Ashlee, Hayden & Chyanne & great Par too Miss Brooklyn Rose.
Life can be so,so unkind but we will meet again soon,,
I’m still in shock that someone so amazing can be taken so soon, this word was a better place with you in it. On the lighter side off things Joe Allen said thanks alot now I’m totally stuck with her (Joanne) Joe really misses you Dave but he knows you &Ralph his Dad will be looking down over us.
Dave my heart may be broken into little pieces but over time it will be slowly put back like a jigsaw puzzle & our memories off you will pe fun & laughter.
To Mark, Dee, Anne,Graham & long list off family members, i am up here in Townsville, but remember i am with you all in this difficult time, please remember I’m here for you all day or night or even a holiday, we consider you all family please remember that,
Our hearts are with you all…..
So my dearest Dave R.I.P you deserve a break but please don’t snore the Heaven’s apart lol love you too the moon & back ,,,Joanne. XxxxxxX
My very dear friend of 52 years. I will miss you so much. I feel so sad that your life ended under such tragic cirsumstances. Bye Mate.
Judy xx
We feel the same mum. He was taken far too soon. Grandma, Grandpa & Prue will be there with him xxx
Wish to give my sincere condolences to Mark and Ann and the whole Rickerby family, on the passing of David.
I knew David for 36 years, when I first started on the busses. Got many good tips and advise from him. I had so much respect for David. Since moving up to Canberra 14 years ago I always kept In touch with him. Hearing the very sad news of his passing came as a shock, and was hard to believe. We in our industry have lost a good man.
RIP DAVID. My thoughts are with u mate
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