Rick moved to Albuquerque NM until his mom passed away. Rick then moved to El Paso to work for Camping World, from where he recently retired.
Three and a half years ago, Rick met his fiancé Sandra Morales and spoke of her as his wife. They lived and loved life together right up to his passing on April 5th, Easter Sunday, Rick lived life to the fullest.
Rick is proceeded in death by his parents, and both sets of grandparents and a cousin.
Rick is survived by his sister, Kelly (Troy) Whittle of Evansdale IA, many aunts, uncles and cousins. He is also survived by his fiancé Sandra Morales, her family and many friends he considered as his family.