Caroline Rebecca Beckham Rickett of Moundville, Alabama, passed away on November 18, 2025, at the age of 90 years.

She was born on May 22, 1935. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was always there for her family, offering support, wisdom, and love. She was a retired LPN who began her career at Partlow Hospital, also serving at Brice and Druid City Hospitals, before retiring from the VA Hospital in Tuscaloosa. She was also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving in the 1950s.

Caroline is preceded in death by her parents, James and Pauline Beckham; her husband, Hershel Rickett; son Robert "Bobby" Rickett; and two brothers, Robert and Billy Beckham.

Caroline is survived by her son, James Rickett (Cheryl), grandsons, Robert Rickett, Michael Rickett (Jennifer), Will Rickett; granddaughter, Christina Allen, and three great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 11:00 am at Memory Hill Gardens with William Rickett officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the West Alabama Food Bank.

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