Death date: Jul 10, 2020
Mr. Rickey Maxey, a lifelong resident of the Gore community in Summerville, Georgia, died peacefully on July 10, 2020, following an extended illness. He was under hospice care for 8 months and was being cared for by his family at Read Obituary
My outstanding memories of Rickey (besides sharing our birthday) are centered around his creativity. He could make something out of ANYTHING. He shared innovative things others would not have ever thought of.
I loved to watch him with Bobo, his dog. Such love, surpassed only by his love for June. We will all miss that sweet smile and chuckle.
Rickey was a very good and fair man. I remember one day at Trade day, he had three day lilies which I wanted, but only had the money for two of them. This was way back in the eighties. I hemmed and hawed about which ones I wanted, and finally bought two of them. As I was walking away Rickey hollered at me and told me to take the third one. “Just take good care of them” he said. He treated his plants like his babies. When I moved from Trion in 2016, those flowers were still there! I took care of them old buddy! Rest peacefully until we are all together again.
Christa and June: My hugs and love right now. There are never the right or enough words in times like this. Know that I am sending thoughts of peace as you mourn the loss of your father and husband. Love you all.
We enjoyed our visits to your gallery where we could enjoy your beautiful artwork and Rickey's beautiful woodwork. Welcoming hearts and beautiful surroundings.
