BAKERSVILLE, NC - James F. Ricker, age 65 of Bakersville, NC passed away January 27, 2016 at Johnson City Medical Center. A native of Washington County,TN he was a Vietnam Veteran serving 2 tours. He was a retired truck driver. He was a loving husband, a wonderful dad, and a friend to anyone who wanted his friendship. He was full of humor and could bring a smile in the worst situations. He loved life, and all his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years Debbie Ricker, three sons; Justin Ricker, of Bakersville, NC, David and Jason Ricker, of Boone, NC, two granddaughters; Brittney, and Sidney Ricker, of Boone, NC, three grandsons; Blake, Ben, and Brett Ricker, of Boone, NC, one adopted grandson, Eli Brown, two sisters; Stephanie Greene and fiancé Doug Reedy, of Chucky, TN, Dale Sauceda, of Perkins, MO, three brothers; Haskell Green, and wife Lisa, of Chucky, TN, Keith Green, and wife Wendy, of Chucky, TN, and Robert Ricker, of Limestone, TN, and a special cousin, Sidney Green, of Limestone, TN. James had an extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, and a special niece, Georgia Ann Ricker, of Jonesboro, TN, two sisters in law; Linda Leopold Ricker, of Jonesboro, TN, and Sue Burleson, of Bakersville, NC, four brothers in law; William Edwards, of Angeles City, Philippines, Junior, Gary, and David Edwards, all of Bakersville, NC. He was preceded in death by; his mother, Martha Green, his adoptive parents; James and Joann Green, and three brothers; Richie Green, Billy, and Kenny Ricker. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at 1:00PM in the chapel of Henline - Hughes Funeral Home with Ronnie Gouge and David Ricker officiating. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service. Interment will follow at Fork Mountain Cemetery. Graveside Military Honors will be conducted by Sgt E.L. Randolph Chapter #57 DAV. Henline - Hughes Funeral Home is assisting the Ricker Family.
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