Christopher Wesley Ricketts

Christopher Wesley Ricketts, 69, of Kearney, passed away June 2, 2018, at NorthCare Hospice House with loved ones at his side. Visitation will be held from 3-5 pm, with military honors at 4 pm, on Sunday, June 17, at Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at State Route 291, Liberty. Memorial contributions are suggested to Honor Flight KC.

Chris was born May 23, 1949, in Springfield, MO. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1968 until honorable discharge as an E-3 in October, 1970. Chris owned and operated Burlington Auto Repair in North Kansas City for 37 years.

Chris was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh "Sparky" Ricketts; mother, Kathryn Ricketts; and wife, Nadine Ricketts. Survivors include his children, Beth Meise and Mike Meise (Misty); grandchildren, Cheyenne and Justin; siblings, Sam, Terry, Deborah, Patty, Jean Ann, Jennifer, Constance and Rebecca; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.

Visitation: 3-5PM, Sunday, June 17, 2018 at Park Lawn Northland Chapel

Military Honors: 4PM, Sunday, June 17, 2018 at Park Lawn Northland Chapel