Ricky Wayne Rucker, 63, of Riverton, Wyoming passed away on August 13, 202
Ricky was born November 23, 1957, in Grapevine, Texas, to Peggy Ann (Hogue) and Burl "Fred" Rucker. He graduated from Altus High School in Altus, OK in 1976 and attended Western Oklahoma State College and Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
Rick enjoyed being outdoors and brought together many family members and friends through his love of camping and fishing. He was one of the kindest and strongest humans to live. Rick had a compassion and commitment for his job with Moncrief since 1984, a real roustabout and pumper. His co-workers loved him dearly. His stories and tales of wild adventures will live on through his friends, family, and his buddies at the local watering holes. Everyone loved Rick and will miss him dearly (except the fish). Understand Rick's spirit will live on. Think about and salute Ricky Wayne Rucker when you're riding your Harley, bullshiting at the bar, hookin a walley, or sitting around the campfire. Ride on Rick and rest in peace.
Ricky is survived by the love of his life, Laureen Paris of Riverton, WY; mother Peggy Weathers of Colbert, OK; son Ridge Rucker of Kenosha, WI; stepsons Jeremy LaRose, Christopher LaRose and wife Maggie, Ryan Coughanour and wife Mikaela; sister Kathy Sedlacek and husband Randy of Denison, TX; brothers David Weathers of Colbert, OK; Gary Don Weathers and wife Tracy of Altus, OK; Mike Weathers and wife Denise of Tulsa, OK; and Bobby Weathers of Colbert, OK along with 5 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father Fred Rucker, brother Gary Lynn Rucker, grandparents Fate & Kate Rucker and Chilton & Nona Hogue, and step-father Donald Wilson Weathers.
His celebration of life will be announced and held at a later date.