MITCHELL – Rickie “Rick” Allen Blocksom, 75, passed away Monday, June 3, 2024, at his residence.
Born October 29, 1948, in Terre Haute, he was the son of Kenneth C. and Lois Irene (Ruszler) Blocksom. He married Alice Ann Byrley on August 17, 1968, and she preceded him in death November 30, 2021.
Rick worked on the railroad with his father-in-law who was the engineer, and he would ride in the caboose as the brakeman. He went on to retire from New York Central Railroad. Rick then began his career in law enforcement in 1977. He was a colonel for Monroe County Sheriff’s Department and served as chief deputy until December 31, 2005. During his career he was the first canine handler for Monroe County, a senior firearms instructor, and a member of SWAT. Rick provided security for several famous people and got to escort Elvis. He lastly was a bailiff for Circuit Court for nine judges until 2015. Rick was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police.
Rick enjoyed shooting firearms, skeet and clay shooting, and was proud to have shot in the Bianchi Cup. He also was an avid sports fan, especially boxing, wrestling, and racing.
Surviving is his daughter Nikki (Joeseph) Stinson of Mitchell and sister, Jan (Tony) Taylor of Indianapolis.
His parents and wife preceded him in death.
Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 7, at Mitchell Cemetery with Jeremy Robertson officiating.
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