Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Richard Bradley "Ricky" Shifflett
Richard Bradley "Ricky" Shifflett
Obituary
Guest Book
Richard Shifflett Obituary
Richard "Ricky" Bradley Shifflett, 59, of Stanardsville passed away on Friday, April 16, 2010, at his home.
Ricky was born on October 5, 1950, in Charlottesville, the son of Doris Powell Shifflett and the late Russell M. Shifflett.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Myrtlene Mouberry Shifflett; and two step-grandchildren, Carl Goodwin and Daniel Shifflett.
He is survived by a daughter, Cassie Goodwin and her husband, Greg, of Stanardsville; two step daughters, Tammy Shifflett and her husband, T.H., of Ruckersville and Sandra Morris of Earlysville; one brother, Frank Shifflett and his wife, Glenna, of Stanardsville; three sisters, Kathleen Collier of Stanardsville, Joyce Estes and her husband, Billy, of Earlysville, Wanda Hedges and her husband, Kevin of Stanardsville; two grandchildren, Miranda Shifflett and Jake Goodwin; four step grandchildren, Richard Goodwin, Tonya Sanders, Jesse Morris and Amy Shifflett; two step great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a devoted pet, "Teddy."
He was a tool and dye machinist at Siemens for 28 years.
Ricky was a loving husband, father, grandfather and a loyal friend.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 20, 2010, at the Ryan Funeral Home with Glenn Shifflett officiating. Interment will follow at the family cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2010 at the Ryan Funeral Home.
Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
6 Entries
sammy knight
April 20, 2010
My son, Christopher and I will miss seeing Ricky around Stanardsville. He was a great friend and I will miss talking to him.
April 19, 2010
Wanda, I'm so sorry to learn about your brother. May his memories stay with you a lifetime!
Joyce Chewning, Lovingston, Virginia
April 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers of sympathy are with you,God Bless you.Ramona Eddins
Sandy Mawyer
April 19, 2010
Wanda, and family.
My heart goes out to you and your family during this sad time. May your memories console you during this difficult time. Your friend,
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Alan Breeden
April 19, 2010
Franklin & Joyce & Family,
I share in your grief. Ricky was always as nice as anyone could be. I can recall his wonderful smile. My thoughts are with you.
Alan Breeden
Columbus, NC
Peggy Courtney
April 18, 2010
To the Shifflett family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers in your time of grief.
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Richard Shifflett's name
People and places connected with Richard
Recent Obituaries
How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Richard Shifflett's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored