Richard Thomas “Ricky” Roberts

May 24, 1955 - May 16, 2022
Richard Thomas “Ricky” Roberts

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Richard Thomas “Ricky” Thomas, age 66 of Wilmington, NC, sadly passed away on May 16, 2022 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare of Wilmington.

Ricky was born on May 24, 1955 in Durham, NC to John Thomas and the late Bonnie Roberts.

Ricky retired after working over 30 years at Sullivan and Shein Dental, repairing dental equipment. He enjoyed time with friends and family. He also enjoyed riding dirt bikes and motorcycles, racing, hot rods, collecting Hot Wheels, constructing model cars, and doing car restorations. He also could be found enjoying live music events, socializing with people and animals alike, fishing, and attending parties and gatherings. He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him.

Ricky is survived by his son Michael Clinton “Clint” Roberts (Mysti James) and his daughter Krstyn Thorpe (Donnie), his granddaughter Taylar Thorpe, his father John Thomas Roberts of Creedmoor, NC, his brother John Clifton “Cliff” Roberts, 3 nieces, and 3 great nieces. In addition to his mother, Bonnie Roberts, Ricky is predeceased by his wife Jenni Mae Roberts.

There will be a Memorial Service for Ricky on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at 4:00pm at Wilmington Funeral & Cremation – Wilmington Chapel.

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Services in care of Wilmington Funeral & Cremation – Wilmington Chapel – 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099.

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  • January 10, 2024
    Mindy Wier lit a candle:
    Lit since January 10, 2024 at 1:44:55 AM

  • May 17, 2022
    Barbara Herman Hayes says:
    I am so sad to hear this. I loved Ricky like a brother as he was my sister Jennie's husband. Ron and I spent many fun times with him and Jennie...

  • May 18, 2022
    Angel says:
    Ricky was such a warm hearted person with a contagious laugh that could brighten anyone's day. With his positive energy and good-natured spirit, he created many great memories that will be treasured forever. Ricky will truly be missed. God bless, Angel

  • May 18, 2022
    Glen Currin says:
    I love you brother

  • May 18, 2022
    Glenda and Rickey says:
    Clint we are so sorry to hear of Rickys passing. Praying for you and your family

  • May 18, 2022
    PHILIP ARTHUR THOMPSON says:
    Best across the street neighbor for 20 years , Rick loved me and I loved him . We will miss Rick dearly. He is with sweet Jenny know ... Love Captain Phil and Jenny

  • May 18, 2022
    Billy Pilkington says:
    So sorry to hear about Ricky's passing. I enjoyed working with him for a few years.

  • May 19, 2022
    David Suits says:
    Ricky will be missed by many friends and family. I don’t think Ricky ever meet a stranger he was always out going to everyone he met. Ian glad I had the opportunity to know him for many years. David Suits .

  • May 19, 2022
    Brenda Currin says:
    I am sorry for all of you. I am so sorry I can be there. He was a kind and heck of a man. We have told stories about even after he moved away and will always keep his memory alive. Love you all

  • May 19, 2022
    Rebecca H Goss says:
    I'm sorry to hear about Ricky's passing, My thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.

  • May 20, 2022
    Doris Tulloch says:
    Dear Clint and family, I am very sorry about RIcky passing away…. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers …. He was such an excellent dental technician… helped me many times with my equipment. My deepest sympathy to you and all of the family.

  • May 20, 2022
    Ella Jo Thompson says:
    I am so sorry to hear of Rickey’s passing. My prayers for all of his family.

  • May 20, 2022
    EH & Trudy Roberts says:
    We have fond memories of Ricky growing up in the Creedmoor community as a child. He was a special loving child who grew into a special loving man. He will always be cherished by us . Clint you have also followed in his foot steps with a lot of the same qualities. You are in our prayers.

  • May 21, 2022
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  • May 21, 2022
    jay godfrey says:
    To the family, I am sorry for the grief that you are feeling. Knowing of God's enduring love for you, continue to look to him when he "will wipe out all tears from our eyes, death, suffering, and pain will be no more " Revelation 21:3,4 He says death is an " enemy that will be brought to nothing ". 1 Corinthians 15:26 How comforting to know that this will be a thing of the past and through Christ Jesus a resurrection for our loved ones. love jrfdog@gmail.com