of Batesville, AR
March 14, 1950 - September 26, 2019
Rickey Joe Platt, 69, of Batesville died Thursday, September 26, 2019.
He was born on Tuesday, March 14, 1950 in Batesville to Everett Joe and Henrietta (Loyd) Platt.
Rickey was a very dependable person who was well respected and very strong willed. He loved his family and grandchildren very much. He loved watching and playing sports. He was recruited by Frank Broyles and signed with the Razorbacks in 1968. Rickey was also a very intelligent man who worked as a chemist at Eastman for thirty-five years. In his free time, he was an avid hunter of deer and turkey.
He is survived by his loving wife, Laraine (Wilson) Platt, whom he married on February 14, 1990; two sons, Kipp Platt (Amy) of Conway, Hunter Platt (Stephanie) of Batesville; one daughter, Ashley Kennemer (Brandon) of Rogers; his mother; and five grandchildren, Easton Platt, Caden Platt, Aubrey Platt, Lillian Kennemer, and Lincoln Kennemer.
Rickey is preceded in death by his father.
The family will hold a private service at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 or to Batesville High School c/o Athletics Dept. 1 Pioneer Dr. Batesville, AR 72501
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60 Condolence(s)
Steve Torman
Monday, April 11, 2022
Miss you buddy. Turkey season isn't the same without you.
Jan Burrow Qualls
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
You are all in my thoughts & prayers
Tony Turnbull
Saturday, January 11, 2020
I'm just hearing of this. So sorry to hear. I was in the area a few months before but was unable to reach anyone. My prayers to everyone.
-cousin Tony Turnbull
913-206-9680
Larry Allgood
Saturday, October 5, 2019
I was sadden to learn of Rickey's passing. I graduated the year before Rickey, but knew him and his family for many years. It's my prayer that his Mom and the rest of the family have peace in our Lord during this time of sorrow. He'll be missed by all that knew him.
Ed Platt
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Prayers to you and your family. I remember Rickey Joe when I was kid and we would go see Uncle Joe and Henrietta.
The Ford Family
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
The Ford Family is saddened to learn of the passing of Ricky. We share such wonderful memories growing up together in Batesville, especially all the baseball games at Fitzhugh Park. Our deepest sympathy to Ricky's family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Robert Ford, Jr, Ronald Ford and Becky Ford Doster
Deborah Wyatt
Monday, September 30, 2019
Laraine, I’m so sorry for your loss , I know how your heart breaks. Prayers for you and your family.
Kimberly Studdard
Sunday, September 29, 2019
We love love y'all. Prayers for the family.
John Carlson
Saturday, September 28, 2019
My condolences to the family.
Im glad i got the oppertunity to meet Ricky through a hunting forum. He was a wealth of knowledge and would help anyone.
He touched alot of Hearts and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
The only comfort I find is knowing his suffering is over and he is in a better place now.
Bob Moyers
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Sorry to hear of Rickey’s passing. We were fraternity brothers, teammates, and roommates at UCA in 1970-71. Rickey was always a straight shooter and the most competitive person I ever knew. He never quit and gave up at anything, whether it was touch football or a game of spades. He always had your back. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Kipp Platt
Saturday, September 28, 2019
No more Pain... Your work is done here on earth Dad and you had an incredible life!!! As bad as it hurts me to know we will never be able to have a conversation or share a hug—I’m so at ease knowing where you are and that me will meet again someday.
Rest easy until we meet again and know that Hunter, Ashley and I along with Grandchildren will uphold your legacy and Name until the day we die. I Love you and miss you Daddy...
Kipp Platt
Kipp Platt
Saturday, September 28, 2019
David Barnes
Saturday, September 28, 2019
So sorry!!! U will be missed!
Jim Felts
Saturday, September 28, 2019
Have known Rickey since I was a little kid, deer hunted with him and his family....He helped me get my job at Eastman back in the day....and will never forget that. Prayers for family at this time.
Sharon Strecker
Saturday, September 28, 2019
I’m so sorry to hear about Ricky. He was a great person, I enjoyed going to high school with him and seeing him thru the years! May God comfort you all.
Sharon Strecker
Ronnie Hampton
Friday, September 27, 2019
I had the privilege of knowing Ricky for almost forty years. We became friends, shared many of our happiness and sadness. I extend my condolences to the Platt family and to all of those who called him their friend. May his memories live on within the hearts of those who loved him.
Tommy Mitchum
Friday, September 27, 2019
I played baseball with Rick when we were growing up, a great player, my prayers are with your family. RIP Rick U will be missed
Carol wilson
Friday, September 27, 2019
Laraine, I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you and your family.
Lowell Skinner
Friday, September 27, 2019
Was a good friend will miss him
Larry felts
Friday, September 27, 2019
Deer hunted with Rickey back
Judy Ferrell
Friday, September 27, 2019
So very sorry for the loss of a son,husband, father, and grandfather. Ricky was always a fun guy to work with. Praying for all the family.
Tim Cain
Friday, September 27, 2019
Kipp,
I loved being around your dad watching our boys play ball. He will be missed. The Cain family love you and here to do anything for your family!!!!!
Glenda Bowers
Friday, September 27, 2019
I’m so sorry to hear of losing Ricky. He was always so kind to me and always smiling. God bless all the family, as you know, you lost a good man.
Sincerely,
Glenda
Timothy Platt
Friday, September 27, 2019
Rest in Peace Rickey. Aunt Henrietta and rest of family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We may not be close but we are family. Love goes out to all of you..
Chris Black
Friday, September 27, 2019
My prayers go out to Laraine and the family at this time.
RIP Rick.
Dottie and Larry Lilly
Friday, September 27, 2019
Laraine and family,
I always enjoyed working with Rickey on various chemical projects. He was very knowledgeable about our technology and operations.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Magouyrk
Friday, September 27, 2019
My hearts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God provide you comfort.
Bill Gatlin
Friday, September 27, 2019
Praying God's grace and comfort will be sufficient during this very difficult time.
Ronnie and Tammy Polston
Friday, September 27, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Prayer for you and your family!
Terry Weldon
Friday, September 27, 2019
So sorry to hear that such an unstoppable force as Rick has passed. Prayers.
Debbie martin yopp
Friday, September 27, 2019
So sorry for your lose prayersforyouandfamily
Candice Martin
Friday, September 27, 2019
My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Mary Matthews
Friday, September 27, 2019
Laraine & family, I am so very sorry to hear about Ricky. Lots of love & prayers for strength & comfort for now & all the difficult days ahead.
Cheryl Lawrence Wilkes
Friday, September 27, 2019
So sorry.prayers for family. .
Cheryl Lawrence Wilkes
Friday, September 27, 2019
So sorry.prayers for family. .
Bruce Pollett
Friday, September 27, 2019
So sorry for your loss! You and your family are in in our prayers!
Sandra Rowlett
Friday, September 27, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill Campbell
Friday, September 27, 2019
Laraine, we are praying for you and your family.
Fonda Phillips
Friday, September 27, 2019
George platt
Friday, September 27, 2019
You will be missed. Love you cuz. God bless.
Deborah Fulbright
Friday, September 27, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family.
Anna Katherine (Kathi) Platt Ferguson
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Prayers for Aunt Henrietta, Kip & family, and Rickeys other children and their families...Its been ages since I have seen you all but Mom (Peggy Platt), and I are thinking and praying for all of you for peace & comfort during this time....RIP sweet cousin!
Anna Katherine (Kathi) Platt Ferguson
& Peggy Platt
Linda Thompson
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Peace and Prayers
Nancy
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Condolences to you and your family, Hunter -- thinking of y'all and wishing you strength, and warm memories to comfort you.
Sharon & Mickey Sharp
Thursday, September 26, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Rickey was a great person.
Robert Slaughter
Thursday, September 26, 2019
So Sorry for your Families Loss of such a outstanding Pioneer!
Kathy and Roger Ried
Thursday, September 26, 2019
So very sorry for your loss.
Kellye & Kathy Brown-Nichols
Thursday, September 26, 2019
I’m so sorry to read of your loss...
My heart goes out to you and your family.
May God bless you and give you comfort.
Amen🕊💙
Wanda Pomeroy
Thursday, September 26, 2019
So sorry to hear about Rick. He fought long and hard to recover from this horrible disease. I thought if anybody could win the fight, it would be Rick. Prayers for the family🙏.
Lou Belcastro
Thursday, September 26, 2019
My sincerest condolences to the Platt family. I will dearly miss my friend and turkey hunting compatriot.
Dana Weaver
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Prayers are with the family!
Royce and Tasha Tandy
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Kipp,
Royce and I are deeply saddened by the loss of your dad. May God wrap his arms around you and provide you with comfort. If we can do anything at all, please let us know. We love you!!
Tasha
KellyDavis
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Coach Rickey or (Hunter’s Dad) is what I knew him as more than anything else! He was always one of my favorites and I’ll never forget life lessons he taught me early on that I carry with me today. I’ll never forget all those times on the baseball field growing up. The world lost a great man way too early but he raised 3 fine kids and one of them was like a brother to me growing up!
RIP Coach Rickey!
- #18
Phyllis Buchanan Harmon
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Praying for family...Worked with Rick at Arkansas Eastman. He was a good man...
Donna and Larry Kennemer
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire Platt family
Grant Williams
Thursday, September 26, 2019
My heart goes out to his family and friends in Batesville. For our day and time, there was no better, tougher or more intelligent football player, than Ricky Platt. He may be gone, but will never be forgotten.
Chuckie, Crystal, and David Kimmerling
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Many prayers for your family. Sorry for y'all's loss
Deborah Wyatt
Thursday, September 26, 2019
So very sorry for the families loss of a loved one. Prayers and strength for everyone.
Gina Robertson
Thursday, September 26, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Ricky’s passing. He was a good man and a good friend.
Vikki Crow
Thursday, September 26, 2019
He was a great guy so very sorry for your lossâ£ï¸