Samantha Claire Rickard Obituary
We announce the death of Samantha Claire Rickard (Covington, Tennessee), who passed away on July 24, 2026, at the age of 56. Samantha Claire will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Samantha Claire will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Samantha Claire will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Samantha Claire’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her mother Ellen McNees; her stepfather Sonny McNees; and her sisters, Betsy Hinkson and Angela Clark. She is survived by: her father Stanley Locke; her children, Whitney Rickard and Nathaniel Clift; her grandson Zane Gray; her stepmother Bonnie Locke; and her siblings, Pamela Chambers (William), Amanda Sharp, Mike Wooden and Karen Weeks. She is also survived by many extended family members and friends.
