Ricky Colter

Ricky Colter obituary, Grand Rapids, MI

Ricky Colter

Ricky Colter Obituary

Visit the Grand Rapids Cremation Services - Grand Rapids website to view the full obituary.
Ricky Colter, age 66, of Big Rapids, Michigan, passed away on April 2nd, 2025. Ricky was born to Earl and Shirley (McDonald) Colter, on August 24, 1958.
Ricky is survived by his children Jessica Colter and Matthew Colter, brothers Scott and Kenneth Colter, sister Diane Pinney, 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, 11 nieces and nephews, and ex-wife Margaret. He enjoyed spending his time fishing, hunting and gardening.
Per Ricky's wishes, cremation has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to Grand Rapids Cremation Services.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ricky, please visit our floral store.

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Grand Rapids Cremation Services - Grand Rapids

3305 Three Mile Rd. NE Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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