Ricky was born December 13, 1955, to Leroy and Mary Lou Vowell in Louisville. He was a member of West End Baptist Church of Louisville. For 27 years, Ricky has worked in the maintenance department at Winston Medical Center. He was very devoted to his loving wife as he became her caregiver; and, he was an awesome father and grandfather. He was always willing to share and would have given you anything he had that you needed.
Ricky is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Mary Vowell; his daughter, Mary Anne Johnson and husband, Berry; and his son, Ronnie “Buzzy” Johns all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “Rick Rick” to his five grandchildren: Leighanne (Doug) King, Shey Tate, Casey (Midori) Johnson, Michael Johns, and Barley Johns; as well as his six great-grandchildren: Bryce King, Bentley King, Talan King, Brodie Tate, Luca Johnson, and Noah Johnson. Ricky is also survived by his brother, Barry Vowell and wife, Belinda; and his “brother uncle” Travis Vowell; in addition to his nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Kristi Johnson; and his parents.
