Ricky Everett Carroll

Ricky Everett Carroll was born April 21, 1971, in Waynesville, Missouri to Roger A. Carroll and Shirley Jean (Roberts) Carroll. He lived out his life in Richland, graduating with the RHS class of 1989. He worked at the Boat factory, H.D. Lee plant, Shade Tree-Tree Service, and also alongside his father from time to time. Ricky was currently employed with the City of Richland. He wasn’t afraid to experience new tasks; and was always ready to provide service to the community through his job and often drove around to see if more repairs were needed. Ricky was a very humble, loving, and caring person. He never knew a stranger and always managed to run into somebody he’d know wherever he traveled. Ricky was not a worldly guy; he didn’t long to travel too far from home but managed to drive thousands of miles of course within a mile radius of his house. Many hours were spent driving looking at the countryside and watching for deer, turkey, or whatever he might see. He took life slowly and was never in a hurry. While on one of his nightly drives Ricky was driving slowly as he usually did and was soon outrun by a squirrel. He enjoyed the simple life. Family was greatly important to him as were his friends. He was laid back and carefree yet a caring man. His sense of humor was what kept smiles on everyone’s faces. Ricky lived life to the fullest. He greatly loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, farming, helping with cattle, raking, and bailing hay. Ricky especially loved driving on the gravel roads, and listening to old style country music, and the classic Oldies. He drove a million miles and yet never went anywhere. Ricky’s most recent bucket list was met when he went on his first helicopter ride. He might have been a little nervous at first but loved every minute of it; however still had no interest in flying out of his hometown. Ricky looked forward to Sunday dinners each week where he and his family enjoyed one other’s company. Lots of Cornhole games, with fun and laughter were had by everyone. He also enjoyed smoking meat. Ricky was very dedicated to visiting his mom in the Care Center and often brought her meals he’d cooked just to brighten her day. Ricky passed away on the evening of Sunday, June 18, 2023 at his home in Richland, Missouri, having attained the age of fifty-two years. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Willis, and Argie (Burgess) Carroll; his maternal grandparents, Clyde, and Bernice (Fritts) Roberts. Ricky leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughter, Destiny Carroll (Braden) of Rolla, MO; his parents, Roger and Shirley Carroll of Richland, MO; his fiancé, Monica Smith of Richland, MO; his sister, Tammy Maruottolo (Bill) of Milford, CT; one nephew, Matthew Maruottolo; and one niece, Emily Maruottolo; as well as a host of other relatives and friends. Ricky was the diamond in the rough, a true treasure to all who had the opportunity to be a part of his life and he treasured them all. His life was filled with good times and great fun that brought immense joy and laughter to those around him. The memories Ricky made while here will be tomorrows treasures. Services were held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 24, 2023, in the Memorial Chapel of Richland with Pastor Danny Graves officiating. Tammy Maruottolo shared heartfelt, special memories of her brother, Ricky. The family’s favorite song choices included, “Storms Never Last” by Waylon Jennings, “Gold” by Dierks Bentley, “Go Rest High on that Mountain” by Vince Gill, and “I Wan to Stroll Over Heaven With You” by Alan Jackson were played. Serving as escorts were Bill Maruottolo, Don Lohrman, Bill Willoughby, Jimmy Gray, Rob Triplett, and Eric Oursbourn. Honorary Escorts included Matt Maruottolo, Mark Karr, and Freddy Gray. Burial followed in the Oaklawn Cemetery of Richland, Missouri. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland. Contributions in memory of Ricky Carroll can be made and left at Memorial Chapel.

Ricky Everett Carroll

April 21, 1971 - June 18, 2023