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Ricky Allen Falkenstein, age 68, of Sturgis, passed away early Monday morning, May 8, 2023 at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.
He was born June 9, 1954 in Sturgis, son of the late Donald “Jim” and Ethelynn June (Taylor) Falkenstein.
Ricky was a lifelong Sturgis resident and a talented welder by trade and had been employed by V.C.I. and Federal Paper Company, both in Sturgis.
Ricky was a member of the Commission on Aging and enjoyed fishing, camping and mushroom hunting.
He is survived by his daughter: Amber Falkenstein of Sturgis; grandchildren: Brandon, Bradley and Jasmine VanHoozer; sister: Nancy Sias of Sturgis; brothers: Harold (Dorothy) Falkenstein of Sturgis and Donald (Debbie) Falkenstein of Wellston and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son: Nathan Falkenstein; brother: Larry Lee Falkenstein; nephew: Gary Sias and great niece: Sarah Sias.
In accordance with family wishes, cremation has taken place. No services are scheduled at this time.
The Hackman Family Funeral Homes, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 is entrusted with the arrangements.
Memorial donations would be appreciated to the Hackman Family Funeral to help with expenses.
We encourage relatives and friends to share memories and condolences at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
