Donna L. Ricker
BRUNSWICK – Donna L. Ricker of 49 Signature Drive, passed away on Aug. 31, 2025, at the age of 82.
She was born April 4, 1943, in Lewiston, daughter of William and Harriette Kilbride.
She attended Pejepscot School then graduated from Brunswick High School class of 1961
On Nov. 22, 1974, she married Leslie R. Ricker of Brunswick. Besides being a homemaker, she worked at Pejepscot Papermill and Bowdoin college, retiring from both. Besides working eight-hour days, she and her husband enjoyed lobstering, clamming, having yard sales, bottling and canning, etc.
She was predeceased by her parents; and her husband, Leslie; and dearest friend, Charlotte Curtis.
She leaves behind her dearest cousins, Nancy E. Thurlow, Timothy W. Thurlow, Doreen Libby, Sharon Grant and many more; and her neighbor and friend, Jeannine Slone.
At her request, there will be no funeral. Her ashes will be spread in many places.
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