Ricky Allen Dye

Ricky Allen Dye, age 64, of Lebanon, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 23, 1961, in Lebanon, Virginia, son of the late William “Bill” and Nancy Dye.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 44 years, Sharon Dye; his son, Matthew Dye and wife Ashton of Lebanon, VA; his daughter, Miranda Sproles and husband Josh of Abingdon, VA; his brother, Eddie Dye and wife Teressa of Knoxville, TN; his sister, Debbie Rhea and husband Ronnie of Myrtle Beach, SC; and his sister-in-law, Karen Rhea and husband Denver of Cleveland, VA. His greatest joys were his beloved grandchildren: Aiden Dye, Carter Sproles, and Emily Sproles. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many lifelong friends.

Rick resided in Lebanon for most of his life. He enjoyed camping trips with his family, yard sales, fishing, and sitting on his back porch looking out at the mountains. More than anything, he cherished his role as “Popaw Rick” and “Pops” to his grandchildren. He beamed with pride whenever he spoke of them, and nothing brought him more happiness than watching them play sports, attending their school events, and seeing them grow.

Rick was employed with Strongwell Corporation in Bristol, VA, for the past 14 years, where he formed many special friendships that meant so much to him.

Funeral services will be conducted at the Combs-Hess Funeral Service Chapel at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday August 19, 2025, with Pastor Jeff Kinder and Pastor Justin Blankenship officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Temple Hill Memorial Park in Castlewood, VA. Those wishing to attend should meet at the funeral home by 10:00 a.m. to go in procession to the cemetery. Pastor Ted Rasnake will officiate the graveside service.

Serving as pallbearers will be Josh Sproles, Junior Jackson, Kenny Arms, James Stork, George Gray, Josh Dye, and Daniel Dye.

Honorary pallbearers will be his special friends and coworkers at Strongwell, Winston Kiser, Mark Sproles, Greg Stoots, and Andy Stoots.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Dr. Rebecca Varney, Dr. Trevy Ramos, the Johnson City Medical Center ICU staff, and the Select Specialty Hospital staff for their loving care and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family on our website at www.chfunerals.com or the funeral home Facebook page. Combs-Hess Funeral and Cremation Service, 291 Highway 71, Lebanon, Virginia 24266, 276-889-4444