Ricky Lee Downey Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ricky Lee Downey of Wilmington, Illinois, whose life came to an end on July 9, 2025 at the age of 64, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ricky Lee Downey to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Ricky Lee had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Ricky Lee may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his father Lucas Leroy Downey; and his grandmothers, Dorothy Lewis and Annie Downey. He is survived by: his mother Bonnie Downey of Braidwood, IL; his sisters, Teri Jones of Custer Park, IL and Dena Lamb of Braidwood, IL; his close friend Steve Tupper of Custer Park, IL.; his siblings' children, Cara Vandermyde, Raime Vandermyde, Justine Jones and Dr. Lucas Vandermyde (Kate Sulkowski); and his great-nieces and great-nephews, Hank Vanderholm, Kiara Jones and Zachary Vandermyde.
