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Rickey Dale Rowland, age 59

Rickey Dale Rowland, age 59, of Tuckerman, Arkansas passed away on November 27, 2024 at Unity Hospital in Searcy, Arkansas. He was born on February 25, 1965 in Newport, Arkansas.

Rickey is survived by three daughters, Amanda Kay Daniels (Hunter) of Tuckerman, Sara Kay Miles (Craig) of Tuckerman, and Haley Michelle Rowland of Newport; three grandchildren, Kraigan Miles, Ezekiel Miles, and Slayde Daniels; one sister, Shawn Reid of Floral; best friend Eddie Nagel of Tuckerman; special cousins Bryan Carter (Dan Moore) of Judsonia, Blake Rowland (Lisa) of Vilonia; ex-wife Michelle Rowland; along with a host of loving family members and a lifetime of friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents William Dale Rowland and Marietta Thompson (Carter).

Rickey graduated from Tuckerman High School in 1983. He was the founder of the Valiant Arena in Tuckerman, Arkansas and de-regulated Professional Wrestling in Arkansas. Rickey loved his daughters and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He volunteered at the local food pantry where he helped with the community garden. Rickey was always ready to help someone in need. He didn’t hesitate to hold fundraisers to help anyone who needed it.

Rickey never met a stranger and greeted everyone he knew with a big hug. He loved listening to rock and roll, especially KISS. He also loved tinkering with and fixing thing; anything from bicycles to Harley’s to cars – especially his ’55 Chevy. Rickey had a passion for drag racing in his younger years, as well as drawing. He was a very talented artist. He designed the logo for the Trails to Tuckerman Historical Society.

A family-hosted celebration of life will be held December 15, 2024 from 4:00-7:00pm at The World Famous Valiant Arena in Tuckerman, Arkansas.

“We love you Daddy and can’t imagine a lifetime without you.” – Your girls.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

13 Comments

  • Michael Cooper Posted December 3, 2024 4:02 PM

    Always looking out for the other person in need… you will be missed my friend

  • Clay London Posted December 3, 2024 4:19 PM

    Rest easy cuz.

  • Sam Halfacre Posted December 3, 2024 5:23 PM

    Thank you Rick for allowing me to live my dream in the wrestling business. You’re an incredible man and I’m a better person because of the time I was blessed to spend with you.

  • Norma Spence Posted December 3, 2024 5:26 PM

    So sorry for all his families & friends loss , I remember him when my husband dragged raced

  • Lisa Turner Posted December 3, 2024 6:09 PM

    You were a great person.

  • Scott Jones Posted December 3, 2024 6:12 PM

    RIP RRR It was always good to see you when I was in town. Rest easy my friend

  • SHIRLEY BRown Posted December 3, 2024 6:39 PM

    So sorry for the family loss ricky will be missed great friend and would help anyone

  • Stacy Wagner Posted December 3, 2024 8:16 PM

    Rickey was always a friendly smiling face anytime you saw him. I know he will continue smiling down over his girls and their families. Keep the faith Girls and Rock on Rickey!

  • Jeanna James Posted December 3, 2024 8:45 PM

    Where do I begin, I will always remember your hugs and love. You became like a dad to me and our family will miss you

  • David James Posted December 3, 2024 8:47 PM

    Ricky I love you so much and I nuss you dearly I’m going to miss our phone calls and our visits.

  • Lisa Gates Posted December 3, 2024 9:14 PM

    Prayers for all who loved him. Rest in Love

  • Danny Reasons Posted December 3, 2024 11:30 PM

    God Bless you Rickey. Your an incredible person. You touched us all with your positive outlook on life as well as the love and respect you showed to all. My sincere condolences to Rickeys close friends and family. You are greatly missed sir! Commence with the 10 bell salutes…

  • Halo williams Posted December 5, 2024 7:30 AM

    You will be missed my prayers are with your loved ones

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