Rickie Lynn McDonald, 73, passed away on September 29, 2026 in Mount Vernon, Missouri. He was born on October 4, 1952 in Conway, Arkansas to Hewey and Elva Polk McDonald. He grew up in Mount Vernon, Arkansas, where his family heritage was engrained in the community. Rickie earned his Associates of General Studies from Pikes Peak Community College. He was a proud United States Army veteran. Rickie served nearly 20 years as a mechanic at Camp Robinson, North Little, Arkansas. He loved to work on anything with a motor, from lawn mowers, to the church van, and maintaining his family's vehicles. Rickie was a beloved member of Bible Baptist Church of Jacksonville, Arkansas. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Rickie is survived by his daughter, Susan Burgess of Dixon, MO; sons, Chad McDonald of Springfield, MO, and Jason McDonald of Mountain Home, AR; grandchildren, Caleb Hardman, Megan Hardman, Sarah Hardman, Lilly Burgess, Kendall McDonald, Gavin McDonald, and Kylie McDonald; and host of extended family and friends.

Rickie was preceded in death by his parents, Hewey and Elva McDonald; brothers, John McDonald and Jay C. McDonald; and sisters, Mary Phelps, and Freda Phelps.

Visitation will be 1:00 pm, Friday, October 2, 2026 at Kirby & Family Funeral Home Chapel, Mountain Home, Arkansas. A Funeral Service for Rickie will begin at 2:00 pm with Reverend Jami Scott officiating. Military honors will be provided by the United States Army and Alley-White American Legion Post #52 Honor Guards. Burial will be at a later date at Mount Vernon Cemetery, Mount Vernon, Arkansas.

Arrangements are being handled by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services - Mountain Home. Visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.