of West Helena, AR
May 26, 1952 - August 25, 2024
Richard (Ricky) Edward Johnston, age 72, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born on Monday, May 26, 1952 to the late Eddie and Virginia (Stafford) Johnston at the Helena Hospital in Helena, Arkansas.
Ricky was a butcher for over twenty years and spent the last twenty-one years in the maintenance department at Phillips County Community College. He enjoyed boating, camping, working on motorcycles, cars and lawn mowers. Ricky could fix almost anything.
He is survived by his wife of fifty years, Connie (Morgan) Johnston of their home; son, Morgan Edward Johnston of Jonesboro, Arkansas; sister, Joni (Phillip) Bokker of Batesville, Arkansas; uncle, Don (Towona) Stafford, their two daughters, Tiffany and Debbie; four nieces; one nephew; brother-in-law, Darryl (Betty) Morgan, their son, David; a host of special family members, friends, and several really good ''girlfriends'' whom he worked with at the college.
Ricky is preceded in death by his parents, Eddie Johnston and Virginia (Stafford) Johnston and brother, Mark Johnston.
A visitation for Ricky Johnston will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at The Twin City Church of Christ in West Helena, Arkansas.
Funeral Service for Ricky Johnston will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 29,2024 at The Twin City Church of Christ in West Helena, Arkansas. Officiants will be Brother Bobbie Baker and Brother Larry Scott.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, Arkansas (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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36 Condolence(s)
Shaun Alien
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Thoughts and prayers from M3 Clan
Todd & Nita Murray
Thursday, August 29, 2024
You & your family are in our prayers. We can still see him riding his bike around the block & throwing golf balls he would find into our yard. We are so sorry for your loss but know y’all will be reunited in the future.
Gayle Sherertz
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Connie,
We’re so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathies,
Gayle Sherertz,
Anthony and Barb Stavely
Laura Ellenburg
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Connie my dearest memory.. I can’t imagine my childhood without you.. always a beautiful smile and kindness I’ll never forget.. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your strong and have faith to pull you threw this.. love to your son and family. In my prayers. Laura Ellenburg
Donald Stafford
Thursday, August 29, 2024
There was only one Ricky! We lift his family up in prayer.
Gwen G. Newkirk
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Connie, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord bless you and your son. Peace and Comfort to you at this time. Love, Gwen Newkirk.
Aimee Lopez-Salter
Thursday, August 29, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and Morgan. May God provide peace and comfort for you both during this time.
Barbara Riddell
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Connie & Morgan, may God’s peace and comfort be yours. So sorry for your loss of Ricky.
Freida Johnston
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Connie, I’m so sorry bout Ricky. My prayers are with you and Morgan. Freida Johnston.
Roland & Clara Williamson
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Thinking of you & sending love. May God help you all through this sad time & days ahead. Prayers.
Marla Riddell
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Connie, Morgan, and family,
Words cannot describe what Ricky meant to me and to all of us. I will forever cherish all of our conversations, laughs, and things he would try to teach me how to fix in my office and at home, and our sweet conversations about our cats and our mutual love of plants. He was so sweet, caring, smart and knowledgeable in so many things, and taught me a lot about how to look at life and the things that are important. When we lose someone so special, like Ricky, it helps to remember that life and love continue far beyond what we can see and touch. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Hall
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
The Central High School Class of 1974 extend our sympathy to our classmate Mrs. Connie Morgan Johnston and Family.
Vickie Hawkins
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Connie,
Phillip and I are so sorry for your loss. I remember Ricky from our class and class reunions. He had a smile that made everybody else smile. I think he was a bit of a cut-up. I hope your memories will bring you comfort and pray God will give you a peace that surpasses understanding.
Wanda Henson
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Connie
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband......Cherish all those 50+ years of memories you made together....
Praying for you and your family thru this difficult time
Thomas Bland and Florence B Oneal
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Connie and family
Y’all are in mother’s and my thoughts and prayers during this time and always.
Thomas
Cheryl Scarbrough
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Morgan. Ricky was a great guy. Never a dull moment with him around. He is in a much better place. I’m praying for your peace and comfort.
Karen Lavender
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss, as I am sending prayers your way to the family during this sad time.
Cassie Turner
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie,
What memories you have! Many blessing to you and Morgan! Morgan, your Mom and Dad are loved by many, especially in Phillips County!
Hope to see you when I come home.
Jennifer Oldham
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie,
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. May you have peace knowing he is with our Lord and Savior.
Margaret Kirk
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie I am so sorry for the loss of your dear husband and Morgan your dad.
Keep the memories close in your heart to help you thru these difficult days and months in the future.
May God bring you. Peace and comfort.
Evelyn and Howard Griffin
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
My heart goes out to you and Morgan in your time of grief. Sending love your way.
Janie Scaife
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
So sorry for your loss.
Diane Eames Crabb
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie, Al and I are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you old friend.
Rachel (Gunn) Haedge
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Mrs. Connie and Morgan. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers! May the God of peace and comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Much Love, Rachel
Hannah Carson
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie and Morgan, I am so sorry to hear about Ricky. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God comfort you during this time.
Dale Johnson
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Frank Klimek
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie, Teresa and I are so sorry for your loss. Rickey was a long time friend and a good guy. I’m sure he will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Rest in peace my friend.
Judy Griffin
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
I’m sorry , Connie!!
Alice Adams
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Sending my love, condolences and prayers during this time. He is now in the hands of our Lord and Savior.
Terri Seeman Hollowell
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie, Morgan, and family I am so sorry that Ricky is gone. His love of life was infectious. We used to kid him that he was so tight he squeaked when he walked and he would just smile that big ole grin of his.
His love for the Lord is our assurance that we will see him again. May you all feel Gods loving arms around you as you travel through the days ahead. My prayers and love to you all.
Sandra Hornbeak Dilks
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie,
What an honor and joy to be able to call Ricky my buddy. He was in my class at school then I had the pleasure of getting to work with him at Big Star. We had a blast back in the meat department with him and Perry, never a dull moment. Ricky loved Star Wars which became every Monday morning topic. He was so smart and kind and always knew he had hit the jackpot with you. He sure did love you and Morgan. He will be missed but always be in our heart…
Laurie smith McLendon
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie:
You are in my prayers always.
I'm so sorry about Ricky.
I wish you peace and love.
Sincerely with love,
Laurie Mc
Cindy and Leonard Hartsfield
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Connie ,
I'm so sorry for your loss, praying God's peace and comfort be with you and all of your family.
Love you sweet friend,
Cindy and Leonard
Hartsfield
glenn pittman
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
ricky was a really funny teenager when i knew him at central high school. he allwats called me mr. four speed because of my 57 chevy i drove to school and i called him flat foot. it was a fun time back then. everyone got along and helena west helena was a good place to live. glenn pittman
DEBORAH Johnston MORRIS
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
I remember Ricky as being a great person. Sending prayers and hugs for his family and friends.
Martha D.Manley
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
I want to say to Connie and family all are in my prayers specially, Connie ,his wife and I know not any of family! I am friend of Connie’s,,for many years. As you think of Ricky do as I have’s done about Jimmie .Think of the memories that you have made!.