Forrest Ricks Jr.

    Forrest Wylie Ricks Jr., of Edna, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2015 at the age of 65. He was born July 27, 1949 in Corpus Christi, to the late Forrest Wylie Ricks, Sr. and Emma Fern Laughman Ricks. 
    Forrest worked in maintenance for years. He touched the lives of many people with his smile and generosity. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who will be truly missed.
    He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years Rose Marie Weinmann Ricks; daughter, Mary Ricks Gaubatz and husband Jeremy of Francitas; sisters, Natha Fern Ricks and Kay Coleman both of Ganado; grandchildren, Savannah, Shawn, Sarah and numerous nieces and nephews.
    He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Micheal Ricks; sister, Edna Maxine Bivens.
    A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 25 in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel at 10 a.m. with Rev. Andy Schroer officiating.
    The family is requesting donations may be made to Oaklawn Funeral Home, 900 Navidad, Edna Texas, 77957 to defray funeral expenses.
    Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.
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