Ellen Rickard, 68, peacefully passed away in Kalispell Oct. 29. 2017.

Ellen was born Sept. 23, 1949, in Kalispell.

She is survived by her son, Rodney Rickard, of Glendale, Arizona; and her daughter, Ranae Perrine, of Kalispell; her sister, Bertha Watson, of Kalispell; her brother, Orlee Erickson, of Columbia Falls; and her brother, Larry Erickson, of Kalispell.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Rickard; her sisters, May Christenson, and Julia Weber; and her brothers, Les Erickson and John Erickson. Ellen had three wonderful grandchildren, Kyle, Shellby and McKayla and two great-grandchildren.

Ellen was a wonderful and loving person. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Friends are encouraged to visit the website, www.buffalohillfh.com to leave notes of condolence for the family. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.