Ricky Kearley

Ricky Clyde Kearley, age 46, of Winterville, NC, died Saturday, June 20, 2009 at Pitt County Service League Inpatient Hospice in Greenville, NC. Mr. Kearley was born in Jefferson, NC to Alva Jones Blevins. He worked in construction. He enjoyed working with young people and coached football, baseball, and basketball and was a referee for junior varsity and varsity football.  Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Nathans Creek United Methodist Church in Crumpler, NC by Rev. Sammy Hawkins. Burial will follow in the Liberty Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12 - 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Flowers will be appreciated. Mr. Kearley is survived by: His wife: Cora Paulette Kearley Three sons: David Kearley and Logan Kearley of the home, and Thomas Pennington of Jefferson, NC. One Daughter: Melissa Kearley of the home. His mother: Alva Blevins of Crumpler, NC. Two brothers: Randy Jones of Scottville, NC and Darrell Kearley of Wilkesboro, NC. Three sisters: Sherry Hicks of Hampton, TN, Vivian Severt of Crumpler, NC, and Valesia Jones of Blowing Rock, NC. Several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.