Annette Lynn Rickey, 50 years of age, passed away on Saturday January 10,
2026. She was born February 3, 1975 in Ashland, Ohio. She is the daughter of
Robert Harbaugh Jr and Judy Smith Moroney. Annette Rickey was a gentle soul
whose warmth touched everyone she met. She found joy in the simple
pleasures of life, especially in country drives that allowed her to soak in the
beauty of mountain views, which she cherished deeply. A devoted dog lover,
Annette’s heart was always open to her furry companions, who brought her
endless happiness. Her love of baking was a true expression of her nurturing
spirit, filling homes with the comforting aroma of homemade treats. Annette’s
kindness, love for nature, and joyful spirit will be remembered and treasured by
all who knew her.
She is survived by her husband, James Rickey, to whom she married on
October 16, 2019. Her mother and Step Father, Judy and Paul Moroney, her
three children, Sonya (Cody) Harper, Aaron Eckley and Faith Harbaugh. As well
as 4 grandchildren. David Eckley, Brayden McAfee, Lyra Long and Liam Long.
Her father and step mother, Robert and Barbara Harbaugh, two brothers, David
(Brandy) Harbaugh, Jeffrey (Amy) Harbaugh and a sister, Jeanette Harbaugh
(Art Shoenberger) She has several cousins, nieces and nephews, as well as
friends that she is also survived by.
Her granddaughter, sweet Lilliana Rose, was at the heavens gate to welcome
her.
We will have a celebration of life for her at the Best Western Hotel In Wooster,
Ohio on January 31, 2026 from 1p-4p.
Fickes Funeral Home in Jeromesville assisted the family with arrangements.
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