Ricky Dale Brown

Ricky Dale Brown, 66, of Ravenden, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.Ricky was a man who felt most alive beneath open skies. He was an outdoorsman through and through - happiest sitting quietly in the woods at sunrise, surrounded by the stillness of nature. Hunting wasn't just a pastime for him; it was a way of life and a place of peace. The outdoors was his sanctuary, where he found both purpose and calm.He was a hardworking man who took pride in providing for his family and living each day with honesty, strength, and heart. He believed in doing things the right way - through loyalty, effort, and love.He had a big heart and a gentle spirit - always ready to lend a helping hand, share a laugh, or tell a story from one of his many outdoor adventures. Those who knew him will remember his easy smile, steady presence, booming laughter, and the love he had for family and friends alike.Though we will miss him dearly, we find comfort in knowing he is fully restored and reunited with Vickie and Marazona - his two greatest loves - and that his spirit is now free among the peaceful places he cherished most.Ricky was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Vickie; their cherished daughter, Marazona; his parents, Lewis and Louise Brown of Ravenden, AR; his brother, Lewis Gene Brown of Ravenden, AR; his sisters, Rita Dail and Carolyn Faye Brown, both of Ravenden, AR; and his nephew, Tanner Bradley of Batesville, AR.He is survived by his sons, Tommy (Donita) Riddle of Oklahoma City, OK, and Jason (April) Riddle of Walls, MS, who will forever honor his legacy of love, hard work, and appreciation for life's simple joys.He is also survived by his siblings, Jerry (Charla) Brown of Ravenden, AR; James Brown of Ravenden, AR; Linda Wiles of Ravenden, AR; and Betty (Randy) Rains of Batesville, AR.His grandchildren include Andrew Riddle of Pocahontas, AR; Ivy (Cody) Wolfe of Hernando, MS; Jade McElhaney of Hernando, MS; Paige McElhaney of Southaven, MS; Hayden Riddle of Walls, MS; Hunter Cordell of Heth, AR; Haeven (Dylan) Borree of Heth, AR; and Rikki Loree Jr. of Saucier, MS.He is also survived by one great-granddaughter, Brynleigh Marazona of Heth, AR, and many nieces and nephews who were an important part of his life.
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He leads me beside still waters; He restores my soul."– Psalm 23
Services for Ricky will be held on Thursday, November 6th at Wortham Funeral Home Oak Hill Chapel in Hardy, Arkansas. A public visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M.