Ricky was born on February 23, 1952 in Jackson, TN to Bobbie Faye Stanfill Barnett and the late Lloyd Ray Barnett. He was united in marriage to Vicki Johnson in June 1972. He was an owner of Future Optics, Inc. Ricky and Vicki are members of Englewood Baptist Church.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robin Barnett.
He is survived by his wife, Vicki Johnson Barnett of Jackson; daughter, Brooke Pugh & husband, Thomas Pugh, grandsons, Jackson & Wyatt Pugh; Son, Evan Barnett & wife, Theresa Barnett, grandsons, Eli & Noah Barnett. He is also survived by 3 siblings; brother, Tony Barnett & wife, Charlene Barnett; sister, Rilla Staples & husband, Randy Staples & sister, Amber Jackson, husband, Lynn Jackson.
A graveside service for Ricky will be conducted on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Highland Memorial Gardens with Dr. Philip Jett officiating. Friends and Family are welcome to attend.