Barbara Ann Ricker was born on August 13, 1940. She was born and raised in Poplar, Montana to Helen Okute Sica Lecaine and her father Joseph Ricker, Sr. Maternal grandparents George Okute Sica Lecaine and Adele Boxer. Paternal grandparents Rufus Ricker, Sr. and Clara Ricker. Barbara was the oldest of 11 siblings whom she loved very much.
Barbara went to school in Poplar, Montana and continued her education at UTTC in Bismarck, ND with a degree in Culinary Arts. She then went onto work at various places throughout.
Barbara enjoyed playing bingo and keno machines., scratch cards, cooking, riding horses in her younger years. She always loved attending powwow celebrations, ceremony and sun dance. Always gave her peace in her heart when she would attend these functions and listen to the music. She also really loved her Elvis Presley and Merle Haggard. She loved drinking her coffee, smoking her cigarette and visiting with her family and friends. But most importantly she was a proud grandmother whom loved every minute with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
We are very fortunate to have been blessed with grandma and mom for so long. Our trail in life does not end here. We will see you again unci. No more pain and hurting in this life. It’s time for you to rest Ina, you did a lot for us while you were here. Eternally grateful.
Lila wopila icici yelo.
Barbara is preceded in spirit by her parents, grandparents. Her children Francine Ann Brown, Jack Martin, Joe Muniz and Arnold FastHorse. Her brothers Joe Ricker, Jr, Arnold Ricker, John “Lucky” Christian and Clarence Christian, Jr. Sisters Betty ricker, Peggy Ricker and Jackie Christian-Perry.
Barbara is survived by her children Patrick Owns Pipe-Ricker (Sandra), Shelly Martin, Larry Martin, Jr., Helen Martin, and Wayne “Poody-Tang” Sanders. Her brothers Ronald “Jiggs” Ricker and Tommy Christian. Sisters Donna Ricker and Laurie Japp and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren to mention.
Grandma loved you all!
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Thursday July 1, 2021
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
7:00 p.m.
Thursday July 1, 2021
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Barbara Perry says
R.I.P my friend. I will miss seeing you at Silver Wolf. You have no more worries or pain. I will remember you always.
Tyger Ricker says
Rest in paradise Grandma B! I was lucky to be one of many grand kids to get to know you, Now your with your brothers and sisters, I am grateful to have gotten to call you one last time while you were in the hospital. One of the few memories I have is when grandma Peggy would bring me to your house and the first thing that i would do is ask Kevin where his batman toys were lol.. Or when I was able to fit uncle Arnies dance regalia which you were so happy to see me try on. I will always remember your beautiful smile and the love you gave me. I love you and will never forget you
Your Grandson Tyg
Ronette says
Auntie B 🦋 I will miss you.You are with everyone now. No more pain, no sadness.Thank you for the goodbye 💓 I knew right away it was you. I feel so lost with everyone passing. It’s not FAMILY anymore. I truly miss everyone 😞I could just see Arnie coming for you☺️I will always remember our Christmas parties at the big house. Crazy family times😊Safe journey my beautiful Auntie. I will greatly miss you. Condolences to Shelly, Helen & Jumbo.
Love you all….
Ronette
Louella Douglas-Contreras says
To my friend Barbara, I was saddened to hear of your passing, not able to visit you one last time. I remember all of our visits, a true friendship with you. I will be praying for your journey, rest well my friend. You are free now…fly high. Prayers & Condolences to Barbara Fast Horse family.
Della says
Condolences to her family. She was a good grandmother. Wasn’t able to visit because of covid. Sad to hear you left to the other side. Kids remember you gave them your rabbits. Again Condolences to your family.
Hope Belcher (Blue Earth) says
Thank-you for all the love and life’s lessons we shared together
You will always be in my heart
Tara Douglas Ricker says
It sad news to find out you left to the spirit world. You were always commenting me on how proud you were of me working and taking care of my family. You said You get that Hard working from the Ricker side. haha
In truth I am like this because of family like you Aunty. You get me kind heart felt words and encouragement. It gave me strength to keep going and pushing to get things done. Thank you Aunty for always saying good things to me. I am proud and honored to called you family. Love you always
Raymond Casarez says
I miss u grandma u ment tha world 2 me yr my hero my heart my strength no matter wat i go through in life wat ever knockz me down wat ever demonz i face u give me tha courage n strength 2 keep on fighting n i will never give up.. I just wish i had more tyme with u. I kno yr happy n in a better place but kno when u left u took a big part of my heart with u. So until i can c yr face again i will alwayz look 4 u in tha sky ill never 4get u gramz luv ray.
Rhonda Mason says
Rest In Peace Barbara, prayers for the family.
Rachael Ann Martin says
I never got to tell you how much I missed you how much I appreciate d everything you had done in my life you finally got your wings and tell my dad your son Jack I love n miss him miss u everyday mom it’s hard to realize you are gone
danny says
Grandma where do I start? the boys all miss you. they really loved you and I’m so grateful that they had you as long as they did. you always got happy when the boys came by. we love and miss you.