Helga Rikkers Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Helga Rikkers of Ripon, Wisconsin, who passed away at the age of 84, on November 6, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Helga Rikkers to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Hans Friedrichsen and Friederike Friedrichsen (Lorenzen); and her husband Rik. She is survived by: her sons, David Rikkers (Sandra) of Andover, MA, Dr. Andrew Rikkers (Jennifer) of Waterloo, IA, Benjamin Rikkers (Maria) of Whitefish Bay, WI and Daniel Rikkers (Kimberlie) of Scottsdale, AZ; and her grandchildren, Garret, Brooke, Megan, Judson, Drew, Jack, Tessa, Ingrid and Audrey. She is also survived by other relatives and many dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and at 11:00 AM at the Immanuel United Methodist Church (401 W Fond Du Lac St, Ripon, WI 54971). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 at 11:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 at the Oakmound Cemetery North Alto.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Scout Troop 735 c/o Troop Treasurer: Dan Johnson 13963 Oak Haven Dr. Ripon, 54971 or the ALS Association at als.org are appreciated.