of Marianna, AR
January 3, 1956 - January 19, 2021
Rickey Wilkes Sr., 65, of Marianna, Arkansas went to be with the Lord, while surrounded by his family Tuesday, January 19, 2021. He was born Tuesday, January 3, 1956 to Waid C. Wilkes and Doris Anderson Wilkes in Memphis, Tennessee.
He is survived by his wife of forty-two wonderful years, Judy Wilkes, two sons, Rickey Wilkes Jr. (Christie), and Ron Wilkes (Nikki), all of Jonesboro, Arkansas, eleven grandchildren, Nathan, Allison, Cameron, Landen, Kolleen, Kharrington, Keagan, Brinkley, Bryley, Maysyn, and Maycei, four sisters, Aletta Wilkes, of Plymouth, Michigan, Betty Wilkes, of Marianna, Arkansas, Sandra Childers (Leon), Donna Gardner (Mike), all of Wynne, Arkansas, two brothers, Waid C. 'Buddy' Wilkes (Beverly), of Southaven, Mississippi, Donnie Wilkes (Nancy), of Nashville, Tennessee, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Billy Wilkes and his beloved dog, Tusk.
He was a proud member of Friendship Baptist Church, where he was the music leader for many years and served as Deacon for over forty years. He loved worshiping the Lord and he loved his church family as his own. Rickey was an avid Arkansas Razorback fan. He loved taking friends and family to watch the Razorbacks play. Rickey enjoyed spending time outdoors and getting together with friends and family to play all types games and according to him, he won them all. Rickey loved all of his family and friends dearly. Most of all, he loved his wife, Judy and the family they made together. He especially loved time spent with his grandchildren. Rickey was a kind and gracious man, he was a family man and he left a lasting impression on anyone that ever had the chance to meet him. He will always be remembered and greatly missed by those that were blessed to know him.
Pallbearers will be Zachary Sellers, Clark Sellers, Myron Freeman, Glen Curtis Gardner, Dustin Miller, and John Brady. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Hyslip, Boyd Russell, David Johnson, Ricky Stevens, Glen Dale Gardner, Brian Gardner, Justin Towery, Cameron Wilkes, Landen Wilkes.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, January 23, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Oak Grove Cemetery in Moro, Arkansas with Brother Charles McKendree and Brother Gary Anderson officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday, January 23, 2021 from 10:00-12:00 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas. Family and friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna
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22 Condolence(s)
Linda Davis
Thursday, January 28, 2021
I am sorry to hear of Rickey's death, but thankful for him that it was his heavenly homegoing. Rickey was so kind to Rudy and I when we were at Friendship. I'm so glad our earthly paths crossed. Love to Judy and family.
Rachel Webb
Monday, January 25, 2021
My prayers are with everyone during this time & the days to come.
Linda Miller
Sunday, January 24, 2021
My prayers for Ricky’s family. May God hold you in His arms during your time of sorrow. May He give you only good memories. Please know that you are loved even it is from afar. Cousin Linda (Jones) and Rex Miller
April Bogan
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Sending a deepest sympathy and condolences to the Wilkes family.
Continuous prayers for Mrs. Judy and family. Rick was my classmate in elementary school.
Dustin Miller
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Times I was around Rickey, I could tell he was a family man. He was devoted to Judy and he loved his kids and grandkids unconditionally. He was what a young father would look up to and aspire to be like. He was probably the biggest hogs fan I knew too. Always enjoyed sitting down with him and talking Razorbacks sports. You will be very missed Rickey
Dale & laura Andrews
Saturday, January 23, 2021
So sorry for your loss .many prayers for your family
Dale & laura Andrews
Saturday, January 23, 2021
So sorry for your loss .many prayers for your family
Dale & laura Andrews
Saturday, January 23, 2021
So sorry for your loss .many prayers to for your family
Tim Christman
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Prayers for family
FRAN SHELLENBERGER
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Rickey was the kind of man every girl hopes to marry. He lived up to that in his years of marriage with Judy and their sons. While I had only two opportunities to visit with him since I live in California, I treasure them both. My thoughts and prayers are with Judy and their sons Rickey and Ron, his sisters and brothers, grandchildren, and all the rest of the family he leaves behind.
Richard and Sharon Reynolds
Friday, January 22, 2021
We are sadden to hear of our long time friend Rickey Wilkes passing. Our condolences to Judy, and the entire Wilkes family. It was a privilege to have Rickey as a friend. May God comfort you and be with you.
Edie Sanford
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Ms. Judy i am so sorry for your loss of Mr. Ricky. You and your family will be in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Edie and Butch Sanford
Morgan & Kerrie Bryant
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Rest In Peace. Prayers for the family. May God comfort you during this time.
Bobby Clark
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Pam Sellers
Thursday, January 21, 2021
I love you Rickey. You always wanted the best for everyone but most of all you wanted everyone to know the Lord.
You will be missed greatly but we know you are no longer in pain.
We will see you again soon in our new heavenly home.
Larry Hornbeak
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Praying for peace and blessings for the Family
JACKIE TATE
Thursday, January 21, 2021
DEAR DONNA, MIKE, AND FAMILY, SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED BROTHER. AS A CHRISTIAN BELIEVER, WE TRULY BELIEVE OUR SOULS WILL BE REUNITED TOGETHER IN HEAVEN IN THE LOVING HANDS OF OUR CREATOR GOD THE FATHER. HOLDING YOU IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. ANGEL HUGS OF LOVE. JACKIE TATE, ST LOUIS COUSIN
Mike Spath
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Wilkes family, I am sorry for your loss. Rickey and I went to school together and he was a well like guy in school. We played next to each other in football and enjoyed his friendship. Rickey has gone from this life to a place where we will see him again. May God hold on to him till we meet again.
Jimmy and Ann Cantrell
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Sending prayers for the family at this time.
Leon & Gerene Treat
Thursday, January 21, 2021
God Bless this family especially in this time of loss We know He now rest in the presents of his Master Christ God Bless sent with love
Bobby and Pat Bunn
Thursday, January 21, 2021
My heart aches for all the family. Rickey was really special to everybody. Always had a smile and loved to tease. He fought a long hard battle with cancer, but still always smiling. We love all of you.
Bobby and Pat
Darryl Burchfield
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Praying for the family