Ricky "Rick" Lee "Rick" Priest

Ricky "Rick" Lee "Rick" Priest obituary

Ricky "Rick" Lee "Rick" Priest

Ricky "Rick" Priest Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home - Alma on Aug. 6, 2025.

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Ricky Lee "Rick" Priest, age 70 of Prescott passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at My Michigan Medical Center in Midland with family by his side. He was born December 12, 1954, in Carson City, Michigan the son of Richard and Virgiline (Bennett) Priest. After high school he attended Lansing Community College.

Rick worked for many years at Hartman Fab Co as a welder and diesel mechanic and retired from Davis Construction. He took pride in being a dedicated and hardworking man.

Rick enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He was an avid knife collector and was always up for a beer with friends.

Rick is survived by his children Brandi (Scott) Warner, Adam (Lisa) Priest, Amarina (Cody) Kubiak, Mikela (Craig) Speer, Mariah (Chris Ewy) Priest; six grandchildren Jayden, Rylie, Bryce, Ryan, Tyler, Maddyson; a sister Jeanine Hattis; a brother William "Bill" Priest; and several special friends in Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Van Priest.

Cremation has taken place, and no services are planned at this time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home, Alma.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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