of Jacksonville, AR
October 3, 1943 - August 26, 2025
Brinton Nyle Rickett of Jacksonville, Arkansas was born on October 3, 1943 in Enola, Arkansas and passed away peacefully at his home on August 26, 2025, at the age of 81.
Brinton had a lifelong passion for horses and spent many years training, racing and showing them, a pursuit that brought him great joy and fulfillment. He was employed by Coulson Oil, where he was a dedicated and hardworking member of the team.
He is lovingly survived by his daughter, Shelia Wherry and her husband, Curtis of Saginaw, Texas; as well as his sister, Anita June Charette. Brinton was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Frances Ana Gossett Rickett; his son, Joel McKinley Rickett; his granddaughter, KaTara Christine Wherry and his grandson, Joshua Aaron Rickett. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Davis and Stella Mae McDowell Rickett, along with nine siblings.
A graveside service for family will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Cato Cemetery.
Brinton will be remembered for his love of family, his deep connection to the land and animals he cherished and a life lived with quiet strength and resilience.
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12 Condolence(s)
Kionni Reddick
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Sending love to this beautiful family! I appreciate Mr . Rickett for allowing me as his hospice nurse into his home and allowing me to help with his care and transition to our lord and savior! We love you Shelia!
Pam payne
Saturday, August 30, 2025
will miss you ,always in my heart love Pam
MCKINLEY RICKETT
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Rest in peace. I hope you get to see all your loved ones you have up there and keep watching over everyone. Ily and I'll be by to see you this week. ♥️ 🪽
Cary Rickett
Friday, August 29, 2025
Sorry for your loss 🙏🏻
RIP cousin Brinton
Shawn and gena Wilkins
Friday, August 29, 2025
Rip Brett he would come into olmstead outdoors were I worked for 11 years never a dull moment he always made u laugh RIP. Sir.
Bertha Gass
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family. Love you.
Adell Rickett Eisenhower
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Will always remember Uncle Britt riding his horses, training them and always had a smile. Strange how we all called Britt instead of Brint...Guess as a kid I heard Britt. He will be missed greatly, but he is home with the Lord now. Luv ya, Uncle Britt.
James Rickett
Thursday, August 28, 2025
It was such an honor to have gotten to spend the time we spent together. Wonderful person and proud to call him family. God bless you Brinton.
Tena & AJ Sumler
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Uncle Brit will always be in my heart. He will be missed by many. ❤️❤️❤️
Becky Utley
Thursday, August 28, 2025
RIP Uncle Britt 😢
Jerry Gossett
Thursday, August 28, 2025
I am very sorry for your loss. I loved my uncle Brett he will be truly missed.
Donna Haney
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Always a kind word, a gentle smile and sweet soul.