Linda Smith Ricks's obituary , Passed away on December 6, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas

Linda Smith Ricks

February 11, 1950 - December 6, 2025 (75 years old)

Lubbock, Texas

Linda Smith Ricks's obituary , Passed away on December 6, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Combest Family Funeral Homes

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Linda Smith Ricks

February 11, 1950 - December 6, 2025 (75 years old)

Lubbock, Texas

Linda Smith Ricks Obituary

The passing of Linda Smith Ricks of Lubbock, Texas leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 6, 2025 at the age of 75. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Linda departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Linda. Though Linda may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her parents, L. H. Smith and Rayma Smith of Lubbock; and her husband Charles Ricks. She is survived by: her friend John Dunnam; her sister Debbie Barden (Dave) of Seattle, WA; her children, Jennifer Busick (Richard) of Dallas and Ron Stricklin of Houston; and her grandchildren, Kennedy Warren (Alex) of San Antonio and Jackson Busick of Dallas. She is also survived by family members and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 19th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Indiana Avenue Baptist Church (9507 Indiana Ave, Lubbock, TX 79423).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts be made to Indiana Avenue Baptist Church, 9507 Indiana Ave., Lubbock, TX 79423.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Combest Family Funeral Homes



Fri

Dec 19

Memorial service

10:00 AM

Indiana Avenue Baptist Church
9507 Indiana Ave, Lubbock, TX 79423

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