Rick R. Santee

Rick R. Santee, age 54, of Dellroy, Ohio, died suddenly Friday night, May 19, 2017 in  the Aultman Hospital  at Canton after becoming ill at his home.

He was born February 11, 1963 in Cambridge, Ohio, was raised in Illinois and Memphis, Tennessee, and was the son of  Jeanne Rush Santee of Memphis, Tennessee and the late Russell Santee. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a step-son Timothy Broadwater.

Rick was the consummate outdoorsman who delighted in spending his time hunting, fishing, and trapping.  A football enthusiast, he was a fan of the Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders, and the Ohio State Buckeyes.  But above all, he was devoted to his family and friends.  He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. 

He is survived by his wife Donna J. Parker Santee, whom he married July 7, 2001,  two step-daughters  Mrs. Davonna (Steve) Markley of Coshocton, O. and  Kimmy Broadwater of Zanesville, O., two sisters Mrs. Robin (Jerry) Baum of Memphis, Tennessee and Mrs. Karen (Kirk) Koscis of Arlington, Tennessee,  two brothers Robert (Cathy) Santee of Tennessee and Ronny Santee of Memphis, a step-grandson Harley (Kacie) Powers of Coshocton,  and number of nieces and nephews completes the family.

Funeral services will be conducted 1:30 P.M. Wednesday, May 24, 2017 in the Baxter-Gardner Funeral Home at Sherrodsville with  Rev. Milo Baker officiating.  Interment will follow in the Leavittsville Cemetery.  Calling hours will be held Wednesday from 11:00 A.M. until time of services at 1:30 P.M. in the funeral home.  Memorial contributions in Rick's memory may be made for the benefit of the family through an account established at the Citizen's Bank, 2 North Smith Street, P.O. Box #99, Dellroy, Ohio  44620. To leave an online condolence message please visit the funeral home website.

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