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Ricky W. Creech

1956 - 2017

Ricky W. Creech obituary, 1956-2017, Smithfield, NC

BORN

1956

DIED

2017

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Parrish Funeral Home - Selma

1351 South Pollock St.

Selma, North Carolina

Ricky Creech Obituary

Ricky Wayne Creech

January 29, 1956 - March 30, 2017

Smithfield

Ricky Wayne Creech, age 61, died Thursday, March 30, 2017 in WakeMed Hospital in Raleigh. Born January 29, 1956 in Johnston County he was a son of the late Welton McRay and Lois Jane Ferrell Creech. He was preceded in death by his brother, Timothy Welton Creech. Ricky retired after 30 years of service with the Johnston County Sherriff's Department and Smithfield Police Department.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening, April 4, 2017 in Parrish Funeral Home in Selma.

Surviving are his son, Richard Justin Creech and wife Melissa of Clayton; and grandchildren, Noah Alexander Creech and Adalynn Grace Creech.

Flowers are appreciated or memorial contributions may be sent to a charity of one's choice.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at parrishfh.com

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

Published by The Herald Smithfield & The News and Observer from Apr. 2 to Apr. 9, 2017.

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shannon adams

March 26, 2021

I still miss you.... i drive by the house.now its an empty lot but the memories never fade.rest easy ricky. We loved you very much

RAYVON STRICKLAND

September 22, 2020

Great friend and colleague who I truly miss.
Rest easy brother. The world won't be the same without you

shannon adams

March 25, 2019

I still miss him every day.. i go by his house and tell him i love him and miss him.. I cant believe its been 2 years he is still missed every day and talked about all the time. we love you ricky

R Floyd

April 8, 2017

I AM sorry for your loss, please except my condolence.

RL

April 8, 2017

I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Mr Ricky Creech. When you lose someone very precious, no one else can really know all that you feel,but please know that God's caring thoughts are with the family and friends. My prayers are with you all.

D W

April 6, 2017

ITo the Creech Family,

I am so sorry for your great loss. It is always so very hard to lose a loved one in death. God understands your loss and is near to all those calling on him in prayer. May you look to God for comfort to endure during this most difficult time.
(Psalms 145:18) Your family and friends have my deepest condolences. -

Bl

April 6, 2017

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Tamiko Woods

April 5, 2017

May the God of Comfort bring you peace during this difficult time

April 3, 2017

My condolences to the family of Ricky W. Creech. May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes.Psalms 116:15.

Debbie Stanley

April 3, 2017

So very sorry to hear about the passing of Ricky. He was a great guy! Always so happy and kind to me. RIP Ricky...you will be missed!

Michelle Anderson-Picarella

April 1, 2017

I often hear your father's name when my mom recalls some of her fondest memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jerry & Sandy Holloman

April 1, 2017

Great friend, great fellow employee, a really good guy. Prayers for the family.

Phyllis Edwards

March 31, 2017

Truly saddened by Ricky's sudden death. He was a dispatcher with Smithfield PD when I started at Johnston County but we were FAMILY no less .. Ricky was ONE of the BEST . I saw him joust just recently and we were laughing how we should write a book on the funny adventures we experienced over the years .I know he rode his Bike right up to those Pearly Gates . RIP Ricky, you are missed and loved ..

Steve Gillikin

March 31, 2017

Ricky was one of the first people I met when I came to Smithfield years ago. He always wore a smile and had a heart of gold. I will always remember that big smile and hearing him laugh like no other. He was definitely one of the good guys. Rest in peace my friend!

March 31, 2017

He will be sadly missed by Glenn and I. We spent alto of time together over the years..He was our family. Heart goes out to the family.love you Ricky

Freddy Narron

March 31, 2017

Enjoyed knowing and working with Ricky. A good friend and great Dispatcher. We shared so many memories together. I will always remember the outstanding job he did for the Sheriff's Office.

Rae Creech

March 31, 2017

Ricky Ralph and i were childhood friends. Thoughts and prayers for the family. Rae lynn eicher and ralph eicher

Rae eicher Creech

March 31, 2017

So sad to hear about rickys passing. My brother ralph eicher and myself were childhood friends. Remember one night when we were young we walked to the cementry and lets say we didnt stay long.

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