Ricky Wayne York's Obituary
On May 11, 2020, our beloved, Ricky Wayne York, was called home to his Father in Heaven. Ricky was born on October 12, 1962 to Herbert Holland York and Sally Jewell (Owens) York, in Burkesville, KY. Ricky graduated from Cumberland County High School in 1980, proudly served 10 years in the National Guard and was Honorably Discharged after achieving the rank of Sergeant in 1992. He was employed by Lowe’s in Mt Dora, FL from 2005 until his passing. Ricky loved his customers, co-workers and never met a stranger.
Ricky was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Holland York. He is survived by his partner of 28 years and husband of 4 years, Daniel Hubert Jarrad; his loving mother, Jewell York; his sister Barbara (York) Smith and her husband Ronald Smith and his brother Ronnie Dale York and his wife Karen (Turner) York. He is also survived by his special Aunt Margaret Burns and many other aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews and countless friends from all over the country.
Services will be held at a future date to be determined in Burkesville, KY. Donations can be made in his name to your local Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Rest in Peace, my Love.
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