Ricky D.

Estes

Ricky Douglas Estes, 65, of Bull Shoals, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026. He was born on December 9, 1960, in Rockford, Illinois, to George Estes and Barbara Wilcox.

Rick spent many years working at Legend Boats, where he made many friends and got the privilege to also work with his children. Rick was a family man. He loved his kids, and especially all of his grandchildren. He would spend his free time going fishing with his sons, camping and swimming with his grandkids, and riding his motorcycle.

Rick is survived by his children, Jeremy (Tracey) Estes, Jason (Teri) Estes, and Amanda Estes; his oldest grandchild, who he raised, Jolene (Ashton) Estes; as well as 12 other grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Estes and Barbara Wilcox; his brother, Billy Estes; his sister, Deborah Hansen; and his aunt, Joann Johnson.

Arrangements are being handled by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services-Mountain Home, 600 Hospital Drive Mountain Home, AR 72653. Visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.