Wanda Renea Rickman

Wanda Renea Rickman, 60, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Maplewood Health Care in Jackson, Tennessee.

Born Saturday, January 16, 1965, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Barney Hopper and the late Ellie Ree Thomas Hopper. She was the former custodian at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Dyersburg, Tennessee and also Maple Ridge Assisted Living Center.

She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose greatest joy came from spending time with her family—especially her son Brandon, daughter-in-law Brandy, and precious granddaughter Ellie Claire. Wanda had a special bond with Brandon, who often said she was the best mama anyone could ever ask for and that she always had his back.

Wanda was a woman of deep faith who loved attending church and never missed a good gospel singing. She found great joy in music that lifted the spirit and brought people together. Wanda was also known for her talent in the kitchen—whether she was cooking a comforting meal or baking something sweet, she put her heart into everything she made. Her family and friends always looked forward to her delicious dishes.

Wanda had a passion for traveling, especially when it meant going with her family—including her extended family. Whether it was a short getaway or a longer journey, she cherished every moment spent making memories with those she loved.

Though she had only one child, Wanda was affectionately known as "Mama" to many. Her caring nature, open heart, and motherly spirit touched countless lives and made everyone feel like family.

In her spare time, Wanda enjoyed shopping and finding little treasures to share with others. Her kind spirit, joyful laugh, and unwavering love will be missed by all who knew her.

Funeral services for Mrs. Rickman will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the Northside Church of Jesus Christ. Officiating this service will be Bro. Ray Winstead. Interment will follow in Church Grove Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Northside Church of Jesus Christ.

She leaves to cherish her memory, one son, Brandon Rickman (Brandy) of Newbern, Tennessee; two sisters, Lois Pilkerton of Friendship, Tennessee and Sharon Shawver of Dyersburg, Tennessee and she was "Grammy" to her granddaughter, Ellie Claire Rickman.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death on May 28, 2025, her husband of forty-four years, Mark Anthony Rickman; three brothers, William Pilkerton, John Pilkerton and David Pilkerton and one sister, Janice Burns.

Honoring Mrs. Rickman as pallbearers will be Eugene Smith, Ethan Nicholas, Jason Pilkerton, Chad Cox and Billy Burkeen. Honorary pallbearer will be Bryan Shawver and Kurt Wells.

Online condolences may be made to the family at johnsonwilliamsfuneralhome.com. Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Wanda Renea Rickman.

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