Rebecca Brotherton

Richard Allen “Ricky” Pumphrey, age 68, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. He was a member of New Market Baptist Church. Ricky loved to fellowship with “his people” during Wednesday night meals and weekly services where he loved to sing praises to his Lord. He was a great witness for our Lord by often reminding everyone he spoke to that our Lord is coming back and to be ready! He loved going on outings with the Unique Antiques and participating in the Trail of the Empty Tomb Ministry. He loved matchbox cars and had quite the collection. When he was in better health, he could be found at Food City helping to stock bread. He also loved helping at El Sazon Restaurant and enjoyed occasional meals with his favorite linemen from Appalachian Electric Co-op and Service Electric. Ricky is survived by his special loving friend, devoted companion, and caring neighbor for 18 years, Stephanie Kerr; caregivers, John and Lisa Watkins, Todd and Jennifer Bradley; step-brother and sisterin- law, Fred and Susan; his church family, and a host of other friends. We would like to thank his caregivers at Jefferson Health and Rehabilitation Center for the wonderful care he received. All who knew Ricky are invited to attend a memorial service will be held at New Market Baptist Church on Thursday, July 23rd at 6:00 pm with Dr. J.W. Taylor officiating. Fielden Funeral Home is honored to serve Ricky’s friends and family.