Richard “Ricky” Duane Day, 63, of Monroe, Louisiana went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 2023. Ricky was born on December 21, 1960, in Monroe, Louisiana to the late Anne Langley Senn and Thomas Devoughan, “Sonny,” Day.

Ricky was a graduate of the West Ouachita High School, Class of 1978. He later graduated from the Southwest Assemblies of God, Class of 1982.

Ricky worked in advertising sales and was a dedicated digital creator. Throughout his career, his unwavering dedication and skill allowed him to forge many close work relationships and friendships. Ricky worked over 18 years at The News Star newspaper.  He was attuned to fine details and accomplished a lot in his earlier years.   Ricky retired from the Ouachita Citizen in 2022.

He devoted his heart to his family and friends and shared countless cherished memories with those he held dear. Family was the most important thing in his life. His love was a beacon of warmth, creating a bond that his loved ones will forever cherish.

As a Christian, Ricky found solace and strength in his faith. His unwavering belief in God guided him through life’s challenges and provided a source of comfort and hope to him and those around him. He was a testament to the power of faith, leading by example with compassion and kindness.

Ricky loved to sing and play his guitar. During these moments, he was able to reflect, connect with loved ones, and appreciate the beauty of the world around him. His passion for his dogs, “Opal” and “Daisy” was precious!

Ricky was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include Ricky’s special friend  Glenda Bumpurs,  step-mom Attie Brinson, brother  Thomas Devoughan Day Jr.; sisters Christa Edwards and Debra Maeteen Hardin  ,niece Jessica Nicole Day, Ricky love his cousin, Donna and Dick Boyce , Sheila Deshazo McMan,Tonyae Langley Burnett, Gayle Langley Snyder, Debbie Lane Pitchford, Darla Jackson Hughes, Jana Jackson, Sylvia Keller,  Randy Johnson, Peggy Antley Hardin , many more cousins and nieces.

A Celebration of his life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2024  at Harvest  Assembly of God Church of West Monroe, with Rev. Gary Sapp  and Rev. Duane Amis officiating. Services will be under the care and direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at  www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

“Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.”

                                                                            John 14:1-3

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