Sara Alexander Ricketts

Sara Alexander Ricketts of Lake Wales passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at her residence.

She was born November 16, 1920 in Sumter, SC to the late Robert Judson & Gladys (Turner) Alexander; she came to Lake Wales with her family at age 5 from Sumter, SC. She dedicated her life as a homemaker and loving mother; she enjoyed taking care of her family and was known for her good southern cooking, especially her fried chicken. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, an avid Gator fan and enjoyed many years of playing tennis with her friends.

Sara was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Judson Alexander Jr and W. Durward Alexander. Survivors include her husband, Tommy Ricketts; sons, Steve Ricketts (Carol) of Lake Wales, David Ricketts (Colleen) of Lakeland and Tim Ricketts (Shawn) of Babson Park; and nine grandchildren.

Graveside service will be held 10:00 am Saturday, July 7, 2012 at the Lake Wales Cemetery with Rev. Jeffrey B. Kantz officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Florida United Methodist Children's Home (51 Children's Way, Enterprise, Florida 32725).