Ricky James Rathel Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ricky James Rathel (Hebron, Maryland), born in Salisbury, Maryland, who passed away on October 16, 2019, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Thelma Gladden Rathel of Salisbury and Vernon Rathel, Sr.; his wife Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Murphy Rathel; his brothers, Vernon Rathel, Jr. of Salisbury, Jimmy Rathel of Hartford, CT and Randy Rathel of Mardela Springs; his siblings-in-law, Kathy Ann Murphy of Towson, Bob Murphy of Laurel, DE and Rick Murphy (Gail) of Salisbury; his cousin Diane Driscoll (Ronnie) of Hebron; and his sister Brenda Rathel. He was also cherished by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Wicomico County Humane Society, 5130 Citation Drive, Salisbury, MD 21804 and or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
