Ricky L. Vanderpool, 73, of Hutchinson, passed away October 23, 2024, surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren, and many other family and friends. He was born March 23, 1951, in Cassville, MO, one of five children born to Earl and Pearl (Priest) Vanderpool.

Rick grew up in Ulysses. He graduated from Nickerson High School in 1970 and served briefly in the United States Marine Corps before he was medically discharged.

On June 27, 1971, Rick married Janey M. Wenzel, in Hutchinson. Two daughters and one son - Dymond, Amber, and Ricky Jr. - were born to this union.

He worked for Wenzel Construction for many years and, in his latest years, drove a truck and spent most of his time farming and raising cattle.

Rick loved his wife (especially in her mini skirt), his beloved dog Ginger, his children, and most of all, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rick was a duct tape handyman, an old troublemaker from his youth, a jack of all trades, and a man who could be counted on at all times. His up-to-no-good laugh was contagious and he always had a tale to tell. If you couldn't find him, he was out with his cows in the pasture.

Rick will be remembered as a loving, ornery, and soft-hearted husband, father, Papa, uncle, and friend.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Carol; and brother, Raymond.

Rick is survived by: his wife, Janey; children, Dymond Schreiber (Patrick O'Neal), Amber (Josh) Gumble, Ricky (Amy) Vanderpool Jr.; nine grandchildren, Hanna (Trever) Lehr, Tiffan Gumble, Maddie (Klyde) Kreifels, Steven Gumble, Gracie (Garrett) Price, Lillie Vanderpool, Ashtyn Schreiber (fiancé Zach Hobbs), Lanie Vanderpool, Dylan Vanderpool; five great-grandchildren, Maverick, Ellie, Ivy, Emmie, Jovie; brothers, Kenneth and Eddie Vanderpool; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

One of Rick's final wishes was to be an organ donor and proudly help others.

Cremation has taken place.

A Celebration of Life reception will be held from 2-6 p.m. Saturday, November 9, 2024, in the Family Life Center at Westside Baptist Church, 400 W. 12th Ave., Hutchinson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Rick Vanderpool Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.