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Ronald Ricks Obituary

Ronald S. Ricks entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 16, 2015 at the age of 17. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved son of the late Ronada Nicole Ricks. Grandson of Sherlita Bougere and Walter (Bernadette) Ricks, Jr. He is the great grandson of Walter, Sr. and Bobby Ricks. He is also survived by his guardians Troy (Nannette) Ricks. Ronald is also survived by and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Antioch B.C., New Home Family Worship Center and First Shiloh M. B. C. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at New Home Family Worship Center of Algiers, 411 Opelousas Street, Algiers, LA, Rev. LeRoy Phoenix, Sr., Host Pastor, on Friday, October 23, 2015 at 10:00a.m. Rev. William P. Jackson, Sr., officiating. Viewing will be held from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment will be in Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Avenue. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 20 to Oct. 21, 2015.

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Kiwan & Gulf South Hospice Family

October 23, 2015

To Nanette (Troy) Ricks, Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear. May God give you and your family the strength, courage and support to overcome this battle. Prayers and thoughts goes out to Nanette (Troy)Ricks and family.

Walter Lewis

October 22, 2015

To my friend Ronald ! I sit here and think about all the good times we had in school SBW ... We had so much fun we LOL , I can sit here and tell story after story about our friendship ! I'll never forget you Ronald . Rest on until we meet again .

Nell Kennedy

October 22, 2015

Sending prayer to the family ! Mrs Bobbie I know it's hard but you hang in there ! Ronald Walter will miss you .Rest In Heaven ..

Shamekah Hayes

October 22, 2015

To the Ricks family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. May God continue to keep, protect, love, & strengthen you. Bubba you will truly be missed. -- The Hayes Family ❤

Adoria lastie

October 22, 2015

Rest In Peace Mt Child Heaven Has Gained Another Angle.

melinda clark

October 22, 2015

My prayers go out to the entire Ricks family in this time of barevment, may god bless you an give the family peace.

The Corner Family

October 22, 2015

To my cousins Nanette and Troy,May God strengthen you both and the entire Ricks Family.We praying and lifting you up and prayer.Bubba you will truly be missed,i will missed telling you"Bubba you Swagged out"and you would be smiling down.Get Your Rest Babyboy.

Alfred & Bernadine Shepard

October 22, 2015

My Condolences go out too JoJo & Troy And all the Ricks Family
( LOVE )

Fred and Diane Johnson

October 22, 2015

Nanette, Troy and the entire Rick family we are praying for you all. May God give you the strength during this time.

Nesbit Kelly

October 22, 2015

To the entire Ricks family, my deepest sympathy. May the Heavenly Father surround you in a special way during this time of bereavement. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot cure.

Sherrie J. Stewart

October 22, 2015

I can still hear you saying your welcome address and everyone clapping and laughing. Your hugs after church will be missed. Deacon Troy and Nannette, I am praying for your and the entire Ricks Family. Rest in peace BUBBA !

Eulete Patrick

October 22, 2015

To my cousins Troy and Nannette, my thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. Time and Prayers will help your heal, but you will never forget.

October 22, 2015

Bubba,I can still see you saying the welcome address and everyone laughing and clapping. I will never forget that smile. Rest on Bubba you are now at peace. Troy and Nannette you will be forever blessed for the things your do for all not just as the guardian of Bubba. I will continue to Pray for your and the Ricks entire Family. Weeping may endure for a night but joy does come in the morning.


Sister Sherrie J. Stewart

Pastor Jeffrey Edmond Bruce

October 22, 2015

Our hearts and prayers are with the family of Ronald Ricks. Deacon Troy, and Nanette Ricks, we are lifting your family and church in God's hands.

Royce Hooks

October 21, 2015

My prayers go out the Ricks family! Gone but not forgotten!!

ERICKA RICKS-BROWN

October 21, 2015

MY CONDOLENCES TO THE RICKS FAMILY.WE'RE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST!! MAY GOD STRENGTHEN YOU ALL!! I KNOW THAT THIS IS A HARD TIME FOR EVERYONE BUT,GOD IS A HEALER!! WE EXTEND OUR LOVE TO YOU ALL.

Diana Long

October 21, 2015

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.

conchetta Wineburg

October 21, 2015

Troy and Nettie, you guys and the entire Ricks family are in our prayers, and you guys are forever in our hearts.
Much love Peter & Chetta

Jimmie & James Hickman

October 21, 2015

Troy and Nanette you are in our prayers know that me and James are always here for you, we love you.

Jimmie and James Hickman

October 21, 2015

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Alexis Mitchell

October 21, 2015

You will be truly missed and will continue to keep the family in prayer...Mitchell Family

Jodi Reeves

October 21, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm blessed to have gotten to meet such a wonderful young man through YCP. It's been a pleasure to work with him over the past months and deeply saddened. Again, my prayers are with the family.

Deidre Howard

October 20, 2015

You will be missed by the Howard Family with Love Always!

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