Rickey Woodard Obituary
Mr. Rickey Lee Woodard, age 63, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at the TriStar Skyline Regional Medical Center in Nashville, TN.
Mr. Woodard's wishes are to be cremated with no services.
Rickey was born on May 28, 1962 in Carthage, TN to the late Bradford “Brad” Woodard and the late Dorothy “Reese” Woodard.
He is survived by one son, Adam Woodard (Jenna) of Franklin, KY; and 2 grandchildren, Emily Woodard and Harrison Woodard.
Rickey was retired. He enjoyed listening to music, talking about politics, gardening and loved to watch Gunsmoke or any old westerns.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. The website is www.gilbertfhonline.com. The Facebook page is Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. The obituary phone line is 270-586-8844.
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325 West Cedar Street, Franklin, KY 42134
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