With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Rickey Dean Gibson, a devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025. He was born on September 26, 1958, in Kansas City, Kansas.

Rickey proudly served in the United States Air Force stationed in Germany as an F-14 mechanic. He was a skilled boxer and was tapped to represent the USAF in the Olympics, but had to decline due to breaking his collarbone. Rick was an incredibly talented musician, self-taught on the guitar. He later built a successful career as a telecommunications engineer and loved working with computers. He was passionate about photography, music, cooking, and traveling- the simple joys of life—good meals, coffee, and time with loved ones. Known for his kind heart and steady presence, Rickey touched many lives with his warmth, wittiness, and wisdom.

Rick was preceded by his parents, Gail and Chuck Ellis, and brother Gary Ellis. He is survived by his loving wife, Edelma; his children, Reinaldo, Maggy, Alexsandra, and Yazmin; His previous spouse, Linda, their children Paul and Jewel, grandchildren Kalynne, Elizabeth, Jake, and Olivia, and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Steve and Jeffrey Ellis whom he was very close with and sisters-in-love Sherri and Gloria, and two sisters, Terri and Carlene. He also leaves behind his mother-in-law, Lucrecia Padilla, sister in-law Carmen, Irma Lopez, Ana Romero, and brother-in-law, Juan Romero, as well as all their children. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces in nephews; Matthew and Eric Ellis, Josh Jennings, Angela Cantrell, Sasha Ellis-Grailer, Vanessa Williams, Jeff (L.)Ellis, Jessica Seldomridge, Hailey Ellis, and all of their children as well as his close cousin Ron Gibson.

Rickey will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in peace.