Born in Pottstown, he was the son of Thomas Curry of Mesquite, NV, and Margie L. (Scheel), widow of Richard D. Oponski, with whom he resided.
Ricky was employed with Van Bennett Foods as a Food Preparer.
Ricky was a graduate of Mount Penn High School in 1979. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
He loved deep sea fishing, collecting arrowheads, oil painting and photography.
In addition to his mother and father, Ricky is survived by two brothers, Larry J., husband of Sue Curry, of Pennside and Travis F. Curry of Brecknock Township, Berks County; one sister, Marcie L., wife of Randy Gensemer, of Exeter Township; four nephews, six nieces, one great niece and two great nephews and his beloved cat Charlie.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, June 22 at 10:00 a.m. in Lutz Funeral Home, Inc., 2100 Perkiomen Ave., Mount Penn. Friends may call from 9-10:00 a.m. Interment in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 E. Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605. For online condolences, please visit www.lutzfuneralhome.com.
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Leonard McCabe
June 30, 2012
You were a good friend that talked with me about how god helps us. I will always remember you in that way
June 27, 2012
I worked with Ricky for many years. What a good person he was, and always a smile on his face. I am glad to have had the opportunity to know him. RIP, my friend!
Lynda Stevens (Curry)
June 26, 2012
We first met when you were 11 years old -a little ray of sunshine to us all, and especially to your Nana and Pop. Take your music to the river Ricky and I'm sure the fish will find you.
Bill Oswald
June 22, 2012
Ricky was 2 years behind me in school, we really didn't hang out much as adults but when ever I would run into him through the years he always had a smile and a laugh to share. Saddened by the news, hope you're in a better place and feeling no pain.
Sue Hamaker-Bell
June 21, 2012
Such good memories with Ricky. Fun and music were his middle name. You will always be remembered with a smile and a song. "shine on you crazy diamond". The kindness soul there ever was.
Cindy Huber
June 20, 2012
I always had a really good time when we hung out. Ricky was alot of fun. I will always remember those good times. R.I.P. Ricky no more suffering you will be missed.:(
Donna Klein
June 20, 2012
Ricky, You were always a good friend and will be sadly missed. Love Rob and Donna Klein and family
Rachel Jacobson
June 20, 2012
Rest in peace Ricky.
Steve & Pat Sheipe
June 19, 2012
Rich was a dear friend that left alot of good memories, all the concerts, great times we had over the years will always bring a hugh smile to my face, every time I hear the music I'll remember that smile and big heart of his,play on Rich keep the music going,shine on my friend till we meet again!
Trez
June 19, 2012
Rich is a great friend and very unique one at that! I grew up my earlier years around Pennside and Rich was around for many of those instances. I never had a bad time around him and he would never harm a soul. Some of my best memories are my upbringing in Pennside and Rich is definitely one of the stars in those memories. Any Pink Floyd song I ever hear I will have a big grin and remember irreplaceable classic times with Rich Curry! "Shine on You Crazy Diamond" R.I.P.
Beverly Weisman
June 19, 2012
I am so very sorry for your loss. Every time I had the pleasure of being in his company, he always had a smile on his face...what a great way to remember him. I hope those type of memories will help all of you through this difficult time. With sincere sympathy, Beverly, Nick, and Natalie
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