Jul 12, 2022

Ricky Dale Estes, Sr. of Hendersonville, NC passed away Monday, July 4th, 2022 of natural causes.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Anita Gail Thompson and by his brother, Tony Estes.

Born in Clinton, SC to Frances Gordon and James Estes, Ricky moved to Hendersonville where he spent 25 years working at Presto Picture Frames and raised his family.

He leaves behind his son, Ricky Dale Estes, Jr., daughter in law Briana Groves, and his son, Mitchell Thompson and daughter in law, Ashleigh Frizzell;  Ray Estes, Berry Estes, Mitchell Estes, Sr., and Brenda Whitt, along with a large family of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A celebration of life was held on Sunday, July 10th, 2022 for close family and friends. Ricky was a wonderful man full of love for his family, and he will certainly be missed.