Mr Ricky Johnson
February 4, 1958 - June 3, 2015
Ricky Johnson, 57, of Peoria passed away at 9:59 p.m. Wed., June 3, 2015, at Kindred Hospital. He was born on Feb. 4, 1958, in Peoria, to the late Odell and Ettrola (Norris) Johnson. Ricky was a loving and caring person. In his high school year, he was the star player for Manual HS. Continuing, his education with a basketball scholarship to Lincoln College. Ricky loved a good meal, especially if it consisted of his famous: spaghetti and green beans. He retired as a sales associate from a local furniture store. He leaves to cherish his loving memories; one son, Ricky Johnson II of Peoria; four daughters; LaShanda Brown, Tiffany Johnson and Mikeyia White all of Peoria and Devun Davis of Indianapolis, IN.; three brothers, Robert (Gail) Johnson, Jerry Johnson and Todd Johnson all of Peoria; one sister, Cecilia (James) Clements of Peoria; seventeen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Along with a host of other relatives and friends who adored him and will miss him dearly. Ricky is preceded in death by his parents; one son Marcus Boone; two grandchildren; DeMarcus Davis and Sharonica Davis; one brother, Alex Carrol and one sister Carolyn Johnson. Services will be held Saturday, June 13, 2015, at 11 am with visitation commencing one hour prior at 10 a.m., at Church of the Living God Temple #130. Vice-Chief Bishop Leroy Smith Jr. will officiate. Ricky will be laid to rest in Springdale Cemetery. The family has entrusted T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel to handle the final arrangements of their dear loved one, Ricky. Online condolences can be made at www.twparkschapel.com
Ricky Johnson, 57, of Peoria passed away at 9:59 p.m. Wed., June 3, 2015, at Kindred Hospital. He was born on Feb. 4, 1958, in Peoria, to the late Odell and Ettrola (Norris) Johnson. Ricky was a loving and caring person. In his high... View Obituary & Service Information