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1956
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2008
Ricky Johnston Obituary
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Misty Hedrick-Dalton
December 14, 2008
Bobbie & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Rik's passing, he will truly be missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in this most difficult time. May God Bless.
Jan Deaner
December 14, 2008
To the Johnston family,
I was so shocked to hear of Rik's passing. He called me just a few months ago. We had the most wonderful conversation. Rik had a way of making me laugh and smile every time we talked.
It's been 20 years since I moved from Blacksburg but Rik and I always managed to stay in touch. Rik always made our phone chats seem like we had just talked or seen each other the day before. I will missing visiting with him whenever I'm in Blacksburg.
My heart goes out to each of you as you travel this difficult road.
Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dana Anton
December 13, 2008
I have many memories of Rick from when Rita babysat my sister and I when my family lived on Progress Street. My heart goes out to the family during this time of loss. Love and prayers.
Dana Anton (Kathy Cranor's daughter)
darrell mullins
December 13, 2008
sorry for the passing my prayers for the family
Melissa Linkous& Mary Burleson
December 13, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Misti Stancil
December 13, 2008
Rik will be greatly missed but never forgotten. He was a wonderful person who had a huge heart. My prayers are with his family.
Renee Buckland
December 13, 2008
My prayers are with you all, for the loss of Rik. I worked with him at Wolverine, and talked to him often at wilco. I loved him so much he had a wonderful spirit, and loved his niece dearly. you all were so blessed to have such a wonderful son and brother. He will be missed by all who truely knew him.
God bless you all.
Judy Ritter
December 12, 2008
Sorry to hear about Rik's passing. He worked for me @ HSN several years ago & he was full of fun..Most of all, he was very respectable & a wonderful friend & co-worker. He will be missed..God bless you all.
Marvin & Delores Wall
December 12, 2008
Bobbie and family,
We were so saddened to hear about Rik. He had such a gentle spirit. Our hearts go out to Bobbie, Rita, Todd and especially Katlin. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you and comfort you at this difficult time. Marvin and Delores Wall
SHELA MCMAHAN ESTES
December 12, 2008
RITA, BOBBY, AND TODD
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND BE WITH YOU AND HELP YOU
THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
RIK WAS SUCH A JOY TO BE AROUND , HE ALWAYS WAS SO NICE WHEN YOU WENT INTO WILCO. HE SURELY WILL BE MISSED AND THAT BEAUTIFUL SMILE.
Shirley Carroll DeWeese
December 12, 2008
I send out my prayers and sympathy for Rik's family. High school was so many years ago, but the memories are as fresh as if it were only yesterday. Rik was always making the space around him bright and I regret that I won't see him again until I get to Heaven.
Cecil Maxson
December 12, 2008
Todd and Family:
Shirlee and I offer our deepest sympathy on your great loss.
Max and Shirlee
marie Caldwell Jennelle
December 12, 2008
GOD took another Angel home' May GOD bless you Bobbie and familyl
Marie Caldwell Jennelle
Susan Traxel Martin
December 12, 2008
It is with sadness that I write to express my sorrow to learn about Rik. I too used to hang out on Progress Street and love the memories of my childhood friend. We were so happy to run into each other at Wilco 10-11 years ago and enjoyed playing "catch-up" on news.
It is a happy day in heaven for the saints to share in Rik's joyful love and laughter - but a sad one for us who remain.
May God's love and caring friends and family comfort you during this difficult time. My prayers are with you!
Joe Ogle
December 12, 2008
Todd and family,
Our love and prayers are with you.
Joe & Melinda Ogle
Janice Dove Hodge
December 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kelly M. Sisson
December 12, 2008
Rik was a caring and kind soul -- always cheerful and loved laughter. He especially lighted up talking about his niece, whom he adored. His care for his family, his pride in his yard, his devotion to his work -- all evidence of his generous spirit. He will be missed.
Janet & Robert Stallard
December 12, 2008
Love ya Cuz
Teresa Jennelle Wilson
December 12, 2008
Rita and family, I am so sorry to hear of you losing Rik. My heart goes out to you in this time of sadness. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
"LoriSue" Marsh
December 12, 2008
My thoughts & prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Rik was a wonderful friend & will be sadly missed.
Diane Criner Shelton-Matusevich
December 12, 2008
My deepest of sympathy goes out to the Johnston family. May God bless you all. Rik and I go way back to our childhood days growing up on Progress Street. Rik was a fine man and the love he had and showed for his family and friends will live forever in our hearts. He will be greatly missed by many.
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