Obituary

Ricky Wayne Center, 52, a resident of Prairie Grove, passed away Friday, September 17, 2021 in Springdale. He was born August 1, 1969 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the son of Richard Eugene and Mary Ann (Wilson) Center.

He was a loving father and adventurer he enjoyed exploring caves, jumping out of airplanes, fishing, hunting, metal detecting and scuba diving.

He was preceded in death by his father; one brother, Willis Austin Center; paternal grandparents, Sue and Austin Center; maternal grandfather, Charles Wilson.

Survivors include his mother, Mary Ann Center; son, Devin Wayne Center; sister, Shelley Byrum and husband Steve Byrum; grandmother, Ruby Wilson; nieces, Delinda LaRue and Dave Ulery, Lacey Derryberry and Aayla Overton, Autumn Derryberry and Cody Kupczynsky and nephew Colt LaRue.

Visitation will be Tuesday, September 21, 2021, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Luginbuel Funeral Home.

Funeral Service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021, at Oak Grove Cemetery - near Winslow, Arkansas.
Funeral Service

2:00 pm
Oak Grove Cemetery - Winslow, Arkansas
Visitation

6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
General

Aug 1, 1969

Sep 17, 2021

52

Tributes

So sorry that you are gone but you are free from sickness and pain. See you on the other side buddy! Rest In Peace!
Duane Thomas - Life long friend
Gone way to soon.You will be greatly missed!!
Misty and Jon McCard - Family Friend
I am so sorry for the loss. I looked at all the photos...I remember younger Ricky...I have fond memories of spending the night at the Center's house. Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you all. ??
Kim Prickett - Friend of sister
My condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Fond memories of that guy!!
Scott Alaniz - HS Friend
Devin is a Nazi https://www.5newsonline.com/article/news/crime/fayetteville-man-arrested-idaho-david-wayne-center-hate-group-gay-pride-parade/527-72920189-dfe8-4381-b4a9-4572a71ab939
Devin Wayne Center - Son/Nazi
Funeral Service

2:00 pm
Oak Grove Cemetery - Winslow, Arkansas
Visitation

6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home
General

Aug 1, 1969

Sep 17, 2021

52