of West Memphis,
January 13, 1953 - April 28, 2021
Rikka Ione Pulliam, age 68, died at NEA Baptist Hospital in Jonesboro, AR, April 28, 2021, at 1:30pm.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ray H. Pulliam and her mother, Ione H. Pulliam; as well as her sister, Sherry D. Murphy (Jim), of Atlanta, GA.
Those left to cherish her memory are her brothers, Ray C. Pulliam (Robin), Richard L. Pulliam (Melinda), and Bruce L. Pulliam; as well as five nieces and five nephews.
Rikka was born on January 13, 1953 in West Memphis, AR. After graduating from St. Mary's in Memphis, TN, she adventured on to attend and graduate from Tulana University in New Orleans, LA.
She studied in Spain for two years, and achieved her Bachelors' Degree.
She moved on to continue her life in Houston, TX, working as a legal secretary in a law firm.
She traveled back to West Memphis, AR to be close to her family and aging parents.
She lived a very private life, enjoying her love of her ''fur babies.''
She also had a love of antiques. She was what some would call a ''collector.''
She also loved movies and was a sci-fi fan.
She will be missed by her family and friends.
Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at 11:00am, at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Animal Humane Center.
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Jeanne and Paul Jensen
Saturday, June 12, 2021
Ritchie & Melinda, Carter & Robin and Bruce,
I am so sorry to hear about my cousin Rikka. We’d been in touch for a few years but I hadn’t heard from her since before Christmas. My son Neal was at the cemetery today to pay his respects to his Grandparents and his Pulliam relatives when he found out Rikka had passed.
Would you please send me your contact information And also information about the Animal Humane Center. Many thanks,
Love,
Jeanne
Christie S Moody
Thursday, June 10, 2021
I have very fond memories of Rikka from St. Mary's. I always admired her lovely brown eyes. My kind wishes are with her family.
Julia Sprunt Grumbles
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Rikka and I were friends from 6th until 12 grade at St. Mary’s in Memphis.
She was always, and I mean always, cheery, upbeat and fun to be with. She always, and I mean always, had a kind and sweet word to say and was a true blessing to the class of ‘71. In short, Rikka was loved and I know she will be greatly missed by many.
Carolyn COCKROFT
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Rikka and I were dear friends at St. Mary's and fellow choir members. I spoke to her just before our high school reunion in April and hoped she would join us in a Zoom call. My heart goes out to her family and pray you will find comfort in that Rikka was loved by her classmates. Please let me know how I can send a donation to the Animal Humane Center.
Deborah Abernathy
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Rikka was a classmate from 6th grade until 12th. I remember her sweet nature. She was an excellent at Spanish. My high school class missed having her at the class reunion. I have wonderful memories of the time we grew up together.
Coree Maldonado
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
I have had the pleasure of serving her breakfast off and on for the last few years. Such a sweet & inviting soul. I loved how content she was eating her eggs & toast while readng the paper & working crossword puzzles. Which she was a wiz at may I add! Every once in a while she would need help figuring one out and ask us. It would then be a whole topic of conversation amongst guest and servers! I look forward to sharing a coffee and a puzzle with her in Heaven. It was a true honor be her friend. Im praying for all her loved ones at this time. God bless.
Ms. R.J. Bryant - Attorney
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Rikka was a joy to work with - always a smile on her face and quick with an answer or to assist on a case. She had lots of energy and didn't let anyhing bother her. She was a legal assistant in our Houston office and will be fondly missed by many here in the "Lone Star State". I really like the photo of her - as that is how I remember her.
Kristie Berg
Friday, April 30, 2021
Dear Pulliam Family-May God hold each and everyone of you in the palms of his hands always. Rikka was a shining star to so many, we enjoyed our phone calls and most of all we enjoyed visiting with her on our last visit to West Memphis, she was so interested in making lefsa and other Norway traditions. Rest in peace Rikka Noni, Pops and Sherry are welcoming you with open arms!
Margie Watson Beckum
Friday, April 30, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with Richey and Melinda and the Pulliam family. So sorry for your loss. Love to all
Betty Reece
Thursday, April 29, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with Robin & Carter and your entire family in the loss of your loved one.