Richard Rufus Heath Obituary
The passing of Richard Rufus Heath of Carrollton, Georgia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 28, 2025 at the age of 81. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Richard may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Janette Jones Heath and Harvey Calvin Heath; his sisters, Marguerite (Alvin "Shorty" Eidson) and Hildred (Willard Moore); his brother-in-law Gene Grizzard; and his nephew SteveMoore.
He is survived by: his pet Ellzey; his wife Patricia (Pat); his sister Shirley Grizzard; and his sister-in-law Kathy Entrekin (Cleve). He is also survived by 8 nieces and nephews; 11 great-nieces and nephews; and 8 great-great-nieces and nephews, along with their spouses.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Rickey's memory to: • The American Cancer Society. Keep Richard "Rickey"'s legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
