Ricky L. Cole, 76, of Barboursville, WV passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, WV. He was born May 18, 1948, a son to the late Hollis Cole and Wilda Casey. Ricky retired after 40 years working for ACBL Barge Company, where he was an engineer. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is preceded in death by, Father; Hollis Cole, Mother; Wilda Casey Schultze, Brother; Holly Cole, Son; Kevin Cole and Stepsons; Jerry and Joe Doss.

Ricky is survived by his loving wife of forty years, Kay Cole, Son; Ricky Cole, II, Stepchildren; Janice Reitz and Terry (Tom) Doss. He also leaves behind several grandchildren.  Ricky will be missed by many extended family friends.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Deal Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, WV with Pastor Randy R. Parsons officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hills Cemetery in Flatrock, WV. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Deal Funeral Home is serving the family.