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for Ricky Whitenack
Mike Alexander
November 16, 2009
I moved away a couple of years after graduating from PH and have lived in Texas since so I just heard the news about Ricky. It's been well over 3 decades since I last saw him but I remember him well. I remember Ricky going for the "World" sit-up record - Ok, it was Woodrow Wilson Jr High - but that was our world then. He was always full of energy. We battled and we laughed as kids. At a time when so many of us were so worried about "fitting in" Ricky was a stand out. He always seemed so confident, and comfortable with himself and I admired that about him. There was only one Ricky Whitenack. I am saddened by his passing and my heartfelt sympathy goes to all he loved and who loved him. I know he will be missed.
Lloyd and Mary Mineroldi
November 7, 2009
Robert and Martha, So sorry to hear about Ricky, will always remember his pleasant personality. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Glenn Reed
November 6, 2009
The Reed Family is sad to hear of Ricky passing. We will remember his smiling face and his happy heart.
Xavier Delaney
November 6, 2009
A friend from high school. May God comfort you in your time of need.
Xavier Delaney
PH '73; Radford '77
laurie platt
November 5, 2009
As a former classmate of Ricky's, I am truly sorry to hear of his passing.
November 5, 2009
Oh Rick,
You will be missed more than you know. I will always remember the sound of your laughter and what a great lead you were while dancing. And, yes, I promise to install the new dryer hose :) Rick, you left us too soon - but I know that you are now with your mother, father and David. I'll be looking forward to the PHHS reunion in Heaven. Love, Melinda
November 5, 2009
I went to school Ricky and remember him as a vibrant, handsome young man. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Carol Lunsford
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