Ricky K. Alexander

Ricky Kieth Alexander, 65, of Fort Smith, Arkansas passed from this life January 1, 2020 in Fort Smith. He was born June 15, 1954, in Ada, Oklahoma to the late Hugh and Norma Alexander. Ricky was a 1972 graduate of Southside High School and a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. He had retired as President of Alexander Drilling, Incorporated, was blessed with a close, loving family, and had many friends, far too numerous to mention.

Ricky is survived by his wife of 46 years, Cathy; his daughter, Laura Betts and her husband Luke of Greenwood; his son, Alan Alexander and his wife NeShaydith of Pocola; two grandchildren, Elliott and Duncan Alexander; and his brother, Ronny Alexander. Ricky was preceded in death by his sister, Tonietta Alexander, and his parents.

Funeral services were 2:00pm Monday, January 6, 2020 at Edwards Funeral Home Chapel, with burial following at Woodlawn Memorial Park. Viewing was from 12:00 to 5:00pm Saturday, January 4 and Sunday, January 5 at Edwards Funeral Home. Services were under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were Steve Walker, Wayne Fitch, Ricky Peerson, Bill Bryant, Kent Magrini, and Billy Clark. Honorary pallbearers are Darwin Hale and the members of Ricky’s Fantasy Football League.

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