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Richard Lynn "Rick" Willingham obituary, Malvern, AR

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Richard Willingham Obituary

Richard Lynn (Rick) Willingham, age 72, of Malvern, passed away Sunday October 19, 2025.  He was born in Malvern, Arkansas to the late Wendell and Ruth Louise (Bridges) Willingham. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Jerry Dunlap.
Rick was a motorcycle mechanic by trade.  He enjoyed working on his tractor and being outdoors with his family and their beloved family dog Marley.  He was also a member of the Caddy Hunting Club.
He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years Vickie Barnett Willingham, his children Mark Willingham of Kansas City, Kansas, Mendy Jay of Kansas City, Kansas, Jill Willingham , Mandy Strawn (Wade) of Plummerville, AR, and Ray Willingham (Haley) of Hot Springs, AR. Brothers Danny Dunlap (Carrie) and Bryan Willingham both of Malvern, sister Joy Sexton of Searcy, 13 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.  He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friend who will all miss him dearly.
Graveside service will be held on Thursday October 23, 2025 at 2:00PM at Big Creek Cemetery with visitation from 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM prior to service
In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the National Rifle Association of America, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA  22030.
Arrangements are by Regency Funeral Home.  You may sign the guestbook at regencyfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Malvern Daily Record from Oct. 21 to Nov. 4, 2025.

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