Obituary: RICKY DUNLAP






Ricky Dunlap, 71, passed away on April 11, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at Colonial Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from at 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Colonial Funeral Home in Madison.

Ricky was born on October 7, 1953 to the late James William Dunlap and Nelie Mabe Dunlap. He was a beloved family man who cherished every moment with his loved ones. Ricky had a deep passion for the great outdoors and was a true jack of all trades. He found joy in fishing and loved to tinker with various projects. Ricky always preferred to be outside, surrounded by nature.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Chaney Dunlap; brother, Jimmy Dunlap; sister, Frances Hopkins.
He is survived by his children, Ricky Lee Dunlap (Kristy), Barbie Brandel (Chad); grandchildren, Jessea Clark, Kennedy Brandel, Kadey Dunlap, Logan Brandel, Chloe Dunlap, Noah Dunlap; great-grandchildren, Ethan Clark, Elijah Clark, Elaina Taylor; brothers, Don Dunlap, Larry Dunlap, Frank Dunlap; sister, Inez Via; brother-in-law, Larry Via.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.

Colonial Funeral Home in Madison is serving the family.

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