Ricky Tomlinson Obituary

To my friend Rick,
I will always remember you for the things you taught me. I know that true leadership is not something that is given to anyone but rather it is earned through hard work and setting an example to those that follow. Thank you for the love you gave and the lessons you taught. I will truly miss you and never forget what you gave to me.

To Mary and Renee,
I want to let you know how much you mean to me. You made me feel like a member of the family and helped me and Prenby through some growing pains. While I was away from my wife, you always made me feel like I was close to home. For that, I will always be grateful and remember your kindness.

Lovingly,
David and Prenby Meyers

In Loving Memory of Our Beloved
Richard Patrick Tomlinson
Don't think of him as gone away
His journey has just begun
Life holds so many facets
This earth is only one.
Just think of him resting from the
sorrow and the tears in a place of
warmth and comfort where there are no days and years.
Think how he must be wishing that
we could know today, how nothing
but our sadness can really pass
away.And think of him as living
in the hearts of those he touched
for nothing Loved is ever lost
and he was loved so much.

Daddy,
I WILL ALWAYS BE YOUR NUMBER ONE FAN and there is not a night that goes by that I won't think of you and say my prayers. You were the best EVER. I can't believe that you are gone, but all I can do is sit back and remember ALL the good, bad and crazy times and smile. My heart breaks just to write this and I will always be "your little girl!" I love you more than life itself and I guess this is my final "goodbye" until I can be with you again.
Love always and forever,
Nae-Nae

Frank, Jerry and BJ:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had surgery on October 23rd and was talking with someone from Olanta today and heard about Ricky. Seems like yesterday BJ was in my class....All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

We were so sorry to hear about your loss. We will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

MRS.JERRY AND MR.FRANK, IAM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RICKY. IT SEEMS I HAVE KNOW HIM ALL MY LIFE. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE HIM AND ALWAYS HAVE YOUR FAMILY IN MY THOUGHTS! SUSAN HARPER ,AMY,AND WILL

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

I don't know what to say, It is a huge loss for you and Renee, I know that he loved you dearly, and dear Renee, the love of his life...he had told me on numerous times that he did not know what he would do if anything ever happened to her, his face would just light up when her name was mentioned. He loved her so much, we use to have some great times. I just wish that things could have worked out differently, things happen for a reason. I was devistated to hear the news. God Bless You and Renee. I will continue to pray for you and his daughter. God be with you all in this time of sorrow! Love you both

Benji & Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Ricky.
Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Kim Harrell Allen

Dear BJ, Mr. Frank, and Mrs. Jerry
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. We are sorry to hear about Ricky. If there is anything we can do please let us know.

To the family. I am so sorry to hear about Rick. We had some good times when we worked together in Olanta many years ago.He was a great person.Just keep all the good memories in your heart and he will always be close. You are all in my prayers.

Frank and Family,
Ricky was such a sweet person, I worked with You and him for many years at Avon Dale. SO Sad to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dear Frank & Jerry,
I only knew Ricky as a baby. He was so perfect and precious. I'm sure he grew into a fine young man. I am so sorry that your hearts are so sad. Bless you and his family.

Mrs. Jerry and BJ,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. They say only time can heal your pain but during a time like this it doesn't seem like that time will come. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry to hear about Ricky. My heart goes out to all of you. I understand what it is like to lose a child. If there is anything I can do please contact me at 450-6920. God bless all of you at this time.

Jerry & Frank: We just can not imagine the heartbreak of losing a son. God Bless and may you both find the strength and hope to live on - one day at a time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cathy, Eric and Trever Reeves

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

I have been with him over 27 years, I will miss him, he is the love of my life, we had some great times, I will never forget the memories, I will carry them with me and in my heart until the day that I pass this earth to join my husband. I will love him always, will never forget the times that we had. I will treasure every moment, I want to thank everyone for their prayers,

The Ed King Family (formerly of Olanta) would like to extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Ed & Anita, Donna,Eddie,Myra,Sherry,Tisha & Tonya

The Ed King family, (formerly of Olanta) would like to extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely,
Ed & Anita, Donna, Eddie,Myra,Sherry,Tisha & Tonya

TO THE FAMILY:
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. RICK WAS A WONDERFUL MAN AND KNEW HOW TO MAKE ME LAUGH. I KNOW HE LOVED HIS DAUGHTER WILL ALL HIS HEART, AND RENEE LOVED HIM TOO. HE WILL BE MISSED. I LOVE ALL OF YOU. MISS MARY BE STRONG, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. AND FOR BJ, YOU ARE JUST LIKE YOUR DADDY.

Our sincere sympathy
Al Stiefel, Billy Stiefel,
Linda Westbrook

Mr Frank and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I am praying for you all and that you are in my daily thoughts..if there is anything that I can do for you let me know!