BIOGRAPHIES
WILLIAM THOMAS RICKETTS, SR.
"W. T."
William Thomas Ricketts born the ninth child of
Hattie Case and
James Walter Ricketts Sr.
Born in the family home on
Old Hundred Road,
Barnesville, Maryland
and lived there until he was
15 years of age.
and lived there until he was
15 years of age.
Married to
Margaret Louise Pumphrey
Margaret Louise Pumphrey
on June 11, 1949. They were married for 59 years.
Five
children: Rosie, Joan, Terry, Billy and
Buddy.
Nine grandchildren
fourteen great-grandchildren.
As a General Contractor by trade, Dad built homes throughout Prince Georges, Anne Arundel County, Montgomery County, Calvert County, to name a few.
Raised a country boy, one of ten children, on a 600 acre farm, farming is definitely deep in his roots. Since retirement, Dad enjoys gardening, raising cattle, growing crops,
repairing and renovating farm tractors and equipment. He has shared this knowledge with all of his children. Even his neighbors stop by often to gather some wisdom, advice, and occasional good joke from Dad on gardening and life in general.
Dad can cook, but he is much better at
giving directions
on "how to cook!" He enjoys sweets, especially the ones
Topping the list of importance to Dad is "Family."
Dad offers his home full of love and wisdom,
listening ears and understanding, constructive criticism and strength. He ensures that "The Farm," home, is a truly safe haven,a place for spending time with loved ones at Christmas and all year long.
Dad's strong belief in God is always evident to all. He thanks our Father at every meal, and at every night his recital of "The Lord's Prayer" stays forever on the hearts of those who listen.
He will forever miss Momma and their life shared together. Until he rejoins her in the years to come, well...we'll all continue to be blessed with his wisdom, humor, generosity and love.
Dad's strong belief in God is always evident to all. He thanks our Father at every meal, and at every night his recital of "The Lord's Prayer" stays forever on the hearts of those who listen.
He will forever miss Momma and their life shared together. Until he rejoins her in the years to come, well...we'll all continue to be blessed with his wisdom, humor, generosity and love.
