Tuesday, March 10, 2026 8:53 am

Barry Eugene Rikard, 75, passed away on March 5, 2026 at his home in Kings Mountain, NC. Born November 12, 1950 in Cleveland County, he was the son of the late James Bratton and Lois Bennett Rikard and was also preceded in death by his brother Jimmy Rikard. Barry graduated with the Kings Mountain High School Class of 1969, then served his country honorably with the US Army in Vietnam. He was very proud of his service and his country. He worked at and retired from Eaton Corporation in Grover. Barry was an avid sports fan and also an active participant for many years in local league basketball and softball. He enjoyed time outdoors, whether he be bird-watching, gardening his beautiful flowers and summer tomato plants, or tending his pool so his family could enjoy it. Barry's family was his pride and joy; he was a devoted husband, loving father, and exemplary "Pop." His grandchildren were the most important part of his life, and he cherished his time spent with them, be it on family beach trips or simply being together for meals or swim sessions at his house. Those who knew and loved him will treasure their memories of his charismatic grin, his quick wit, and the remarkable example he set for them.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 48 years: Jenny Phillips Rikard
Daughter: Stephanie Rikard of Kings Mountain
Siblings: Jerry Rikard of Kings Mountain, Nancy Nolan (David) of Hudson, NC, and Tommy Rikard (Jennifer) of Kings Mountain
Grandchildren: Koby Rikard (girlfriend Macey Deering), Makalyn Rikard (fiancé Marty Lovingood), and Kennedy Short

FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain with Dr. John Sloan officiating

VISITATION: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

MEMORIALS: Donations in Barry's memory may be made to First Baptist Church Senior Adult Fund at P.O. Box 786, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or online at www.fbckm.com/give

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA