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Ricky Dale McDonald passed away Tuesday September 19, 2023 at Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital surrounded by friends and family. He was born in Bloomington, Indiana on August 27, 1967 to Richard McDonald and Letha Grubbs . He moved to Phenix City, Alabama in in 1991 and resided here since. Ricky loved his children and his grandkids who were the light of his life. Many met Ricky while he was working hard doing what he loved and was the best at- selling vehicles. He was known by everyone to give a helping hand to anyone who needed it. He was a generous, kind man, and was loved by many.
Rick is survived by his daughters Letha Vaughn(Christian), Kaylen Green, and his son Dakota Green. His many grandchildren Hadleigh Finney, Colson Vaughn, Ryker Vaughn, Makenna Couch, and Paisleigh Couch. His sister and brothers Colweva (Jane) McDonald, Scott McDonald, and David McDonald, and many other long distance family members. He is remembered by his close friend that loved him as more as a brother Michael Thrash.
He is proceeded in death by his mother Letha Grubb and his father Richard McDonald.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Friendship Pentecostal Church, 233 Woodland Dr., Phenix City, AL 36869.
Colweva Mcdonald says
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Quincey says
My condolences to you guys ,I love you . I’ve known Rick over 30 years and when I moved to West Virginia and came back we picked up where he left off , he’s always been a straight shooter and always been a true friend to me . May he rest Easy.
Monica Flynn says
I grew up with Rick he was my first cousin and spent a lot of time together fishing and killing chickens with his dad.I was blessed to spend time with him in Alabama for six months where him and his father got to spend time together We often talked on the phone for hours.He was the brother I never had.I was blessed to tell him I love him before he passed.We would have talked longer but he was feeling well.My heart breaks Rick but you are always in my thoughts.Love ya cuz.
Wesley McDonald says
One of the kindest souls! He was my uncle and I didn’t see him very often but he was such a great uncle! I’m going to miss him a lot
Kimberly Guinn says
It’s hard to believe I will no longer get to hear your voice on our weekly chats. Know that I love you and I promise to keep an eye out on your grand babies and daughter. I’m so proud of her. She is just as strong and mean as you was. I’m also glad I seen you the last time I was in town. Fly high and rest easy.
Bailey Caudle says
Rick,
You are already missed so much by all of your loved ones, especially your daughter. You did good with her, she’s been the strongest person through it all and I know that is because of you. You taught her not to take any crap and to stand her ground. I promise to watch after her here on the earth side. We all know she was your angel and now you’re hers. We love you so much. I know you are living a beautiful pain free life in heaven with our father Jesus Christ. Rest easy.
Matt Saulters says
Rick,
Words can’t really describe everything. You just would’ve had to have been there. I’ve known you for 11 years or so. The experience we had, working together, and numerous times we done things outside of work helping each other out, will not ever be forgotten. To this day, Brooke still called you “Uncle Rick”. You were like family. Life is unexpected. And with the many directions on the road we are on, I am glad you were in my path. Rest easy
Colweva Mcdonald says
Rick I love you so much my heart is broken I miss are talks but mostly I’m going to miss you I never dreamed this would be your time I would trade places your time here wasn’t done Rick you are my angel I love you more than you know your sister
Letha Vaughn says
I love you so much dad
Stevanie Lawson says
I love you Ricky dale soo much!!! You are one of my favorite cousins and I gonna miss you soo much!!