Lucille Ricker, age 76, of Pingree Grove, IL, passed away on September 22, 2024. She was born December 1, 1947 in Elizabeth, NJ to her loving parents, Ralph and Aurelia (née Buzzerio) Russo.

Lucille and her husband, Francis, were married for 26 years. She lived in New Jersey, Florida, Tennessee, California, and Arizona, before ending up in Illinois. She had a wonderful sense of humor and a feisty attitude. If she knew someone was in need, she happily gave the shirt off her back.

Lucille liked playing cards and slot machines, and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Her favorite saying was, “It is what it is.”

Lucille was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Francis Ricker; sons, Frank (Rebecca) and Chris (Heather); brother, Anthony Russo; grandchildren, Zander, Alexis, Kaden, Eloise, Grant, and Colin; nephew, Craig (Joanna); great-nephew, Chase; and great-niece, Giada.

Interment will be private.