Horace Mann High School Alumni
Gary, Indiana (IN)
Ricard, James G. Jr. Obituary
Ricard, James G. Jr. attended Horace Mann High School in Gary, IN. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Ricard, James G. Jr..
| Graduation Year | Class of 1968 |
| Date of Passing | Jan 16, 2014 |
| About | James G. Ricard, Jr., age 64 of Crown Point, formerly of Gary, passed away on January 16, 2014. He was a graduate of Horace Mann, class of 1968. Jim worked as a pattern maker at U.S. Steel, Gary Works, where he also taught the apprentice program. He also worked for Chicago Heights Pattern and Model Shop and McKernan Exhibits. Jim was a co-owner of Accent Borders and Curbs. He was a gold card member of the Gary Sportsman Club. Jim also enjoyed coaching his children’s athletic teams and helping others. Jim was preceded in death by his parents: Florence and James G. Ricard, Sr.; and sister, Barb Ricard. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Peggy Ricard; five children: Dawn (Scott) Baize of NC, Dylan (Donna) Ricard of Eagle Creek Twp., James (Christina) Ricard of Crown Point, Doug Ricard and Allison Ricard of Crown Point; grandchildren: Whitney McDowell, Jake and Abby Baize, Courtney and Tyson Allen, Alexandra Ricard (on the way), and Brenden Ricard; longtime best friend, Mike Sheppard; dear friend and cousin, John F. (Marie) Ricard; cousin, Joan (Landis) Wehrmann; and other nieces, nephews, and cousins. |
Edward Lara '68 said:
I remember Jim