Rickey M. Osgood

Rickey M. Osgood obituary, Muncie, IN

Rickey M. Osgood

Rickey Osgood Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Meeks Mortuary & Crematory - Washington Street Chapel on Jun. 23, 2025.

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MONTPELIER – Rickey M. Osgood, 70, passed away on Saturday morning, June 21, 2025 at his home.
He was born on May 14, 1955 in Laconia, New Hampshire, the son of Robert and Elizabeth (Hunkins) Osgood. Rickey married Nina Smith on June 29, 1990.
He attended Union Chapel Church in Bryant, IN for many years.
6 Many people say, "Who will show us better times?"
Let your face shine on us, Lord.
7 You have given me greater joy than those who have
abundant harvests of grain and new wine.
8 In peace I will lie down and sleep,
for you alone, oh LORD,
will keep me safe.
Psalm 4:6-8
Surviving are his wife of 35 years, Nina Osgood of Montpelier; step-children, Tonya (Brad) Chowning of Portland, Tammy Smith (Stacy Simpson) of St. Pete, FL, Johnnie (Laurie) Smith of Pinellas Park, FL and Joshua (Misty) Purvis of Pinellas Park, FL; eight grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Carol (Roger) Howard of Laconia, NH and Wendy Tillson (Randy) of New Port Richey, FL; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date and cremation will take place.
The Meeks Mortuary and Crematory, Washington Street Chapel is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be sent to the family at www.meeksmortuary.com.
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