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Lester Ricks Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 22, 2009.

Deacon Lester Ricks -DUBLIN - Deacon Lester Ricks was born on October 19, 1915 to the union of Lawson and Eva Knight Ricks. He was the fourth of five siblings. He departed this earthly home to begin a new life in a heavenly home on Friday morning, March 20, 2009. -He was preceded in death by his parents, his four siblings, Mary Brown, Mayo Ricks, Prentiss Ricks, and Lawson Ricks. Also preceding him was the love of his life, Ella Mae Hilson Ricks with whom he happily shared the joy of bringing into the world seven children. -Several years after the death of his first wife, he married Salema Coates. To this union two children were born. -Deacon Ricks enjoyed life and demonstrated a love and concern for all people regardless of status in life. He was well respected by many and leaves a lasting impression upon the lives of all he touched and many who only "heard" about him. -Survivors are ten children, Gwendolyn (William) Burwell, Ecleamus (Norma) Ricks, Dublin, GA, Patricia Ricks, Mitchellville, MD, Valencia (Luther) Williams, Dublin, GA, Sonja (Robert) Mason, Atlanta, GA, Cantrell Hollingsworth, Macon, GA, Craig (Mary) Ricks, Atlanta, GA, Danny (Betty) Scott, Atlanta, GA, Lester Leonardo Ricks, Laguna Beach, CA and Amy Ricks, Dudley, GA; seventeen grandchildren, D'Andrea (Anthony) King, DeNetra (Maurice) Bland, Roderick (Rosemary) Merday, Keisha (Antonio) Willis, Joi Crawford, Jari (Kevin) White, Ecleamus Ricks, Jr., Derrick (Annie) Williams, O'Neita (Larry) Johnson, Akil (Tiffini) Mason, Misha (Damian) Judge, Mia Hollingsworth, Mariesa Ricks, Jordon Ricks, Detrae and Deanna Scott, and Ashley Jones; twenty-two great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Leila Taylor of Fort Valley, GA; a nephew, William Ricks, Jr., Philadelphia, PA, and a host of other relatives, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. -Visitation will be at the home of his son, Ecleamus, 416 Orchard Lake Road, off Country Club Road (behind Dr. Sousa's house) on Monday, March 23, 2009 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. -Final services will be held at 11A.M. on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at the Second Baptist Church, 800 North Decatur Street, Dublin, Georgia. -In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lester Ricks Scholarship Fund and Dublin-Laurens County Hospice. -Arrangements by Wyche's Funeral Home.

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Linda Holland

March 23, 2009

Mr. Ricks, Cantrell, and Family,
May the joy and most precious love shared with your wonderful father brighten your days and fill your hearts with peace. Know that God and your father's love is with you as you celebrate the life of a dynamic man. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

George Smith

March 23, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

cassandra rozier

March 23, 2009

Rick's and Hollingsworth's;
Sorry to hear about Papa, but remember he lived a good life. He was able to see all of his children and grandchildren to prosper in life. And knowing Papa I know that he was proud of each and every one of you. You guys were and always will be the light of his life, and that will live on in all of you. I know that this time will be hard, but just remember his smile and you guys will be okay. I love you!!! Cassandra Rozier known to all of you as San.

March 23, 2009

Mr. Ricks, Cantrell and Family,
May your hearts be filled with wonderful and loving memories of joyful times you shared with your father, as you celebrate a long life well lived. My prayers are with you and your family during these moments.

Sherrill P. Moore, Macon, Georgia

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Cheryl Bland

March 22, 2009

As part of the extended family we share in your grief. We loved Mr. Ricks and the family the moment we met. Our respect for him was unmeasured, he was an example to everyone as a real father, real man and real Christian. Our continued prayers are with you!!

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