Ricky Lee McCarty

Ricky Lee McCarty, age 66, of Cooper, Texas, passed away at CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital in Sulphur Springs, Texas, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. A family and friend led memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Ignite Ministries (formerly New Life Baptist Church), 628 FM 1528, Cooper, TX 75432. Visitation will be held one hour prior, from 1-2 p.m.

Ricky was born in Commerce, Texas, on July 15, 1957, to Wabern Lee and Dorothy (Smith) McCarty. He was a talented house painter and handyman who took great pride in his work. Ricky loved watching sports and cheering on his favorite teams. He was of the Christian faith and was a U.S. Army Veteran.

Ricky is survived by his son, Jeremy McCarty; brothers, Michael McCarty and wife Sheila of Plano, Texas, and Larry Maynard of Sulphur Springs, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Smith Bishop; father, Wabern Lee McCarty; and sister, Peggy Dunavin.

Arrangements are under the direction of Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home.

The online register can be signed at www.murrayorwosky. com.