Ricky Alan Compton Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ricky Alan Compton of Knoxville, Tennessee, who passed away on April 24, 2025 at the age of 68. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Ricky Alan had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Ricky Alan may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Wavalee and Ralph Vineyard. He is survived by: his mother Joyce Heath; his stepfather Jim Heath (Smiley); his pets, Bella and Marley; and his close friends, Calvin and Debbie Lanning.
A graveside service was held on Tuesday, April 29th 2025 at 2:45 PM and at 3:00 PM at the Lynnhurst Cemetery (2300 Adair Dr, Knoxville, TN 37918).
