Mr Ricky Dowles

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Donations in memory of Ricky are being received for

Cancer Research UK

Thank you for your kind donations

Total collected to date: £3,745.00

Charity details

Cancer Research Uk

Cancer Research fund scientists, doctors and nurses to help beat cancer sooner. They also provide cancer information to the public

Registered Number 1089464

http://www.cancerresearchuk.org

Messages of condolence

Ricky was a lovely man, will be sorely missed by all, taken too soon. Thinking of Jackie, Harry,Edd and Chas. Xx

Miss Alison Whitr

Dear Jackie, Harry, Edward and Charles. Ricky was such a lovely man who has been taken far too soon. It’s heartbreaking. Thinking of you all. With much love, Karen & David

Mr and Mrs David & Karen Farrant

Sending love and condolences to Jackie, Harry, Ed, Chaz and families. Ricky was a lovely man, who has been taken too soon. I will always remember him x

Ms Christine Redpath

It was a pleasure to know Ricky & I have many fond memories of him. God Bless & Rest in Peace ❤️

Ms Lynn Hammond

Our thoughts are with you, Jackie, Harry, Ed, Chaz and grand children. A lovely man, taken far too soon.

Mrs Carol Booty

Jackie & family , Ricky’s memory will live on in you all .Love Karol & Ted .

Mr Trevor Bruce

A lovely man and our lovely friend, taken far too soon, we will miss you Ricky xxx

Mr and Mrs Lisa & Gary Webster

Ricky, you will always be remembered as my dapper and debonair nephew - who always had impeccable taste in fashion and music through the decades. You are much loved and will be missed, but your bold and lively spirit will live on in us all. Love and best wishes to Jackie and your sons and everyone else who loved and knew you 🤍

Mr John Ellis

Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers to you all. Karen, Jon and family x

Mr Jon Bendall

Dear Jackie and the boys…we are so sorry for your loss.Ricky was always a fun, happy ‘party animal’. His love for life, family and music will always be remembered. God bless and rest in peace mate

Mr and Mrs Clive & Alison Shaw

Jackie, Ed, Harry, Chaz and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Ricky was an incredibly funny and tasteful man, and he will truly be missed.

Meghan & Charlie Thompson

Our Unique - Cravat wearing - music loving - charming mate - you will be missed - Andy & Julie Blakeley

Mr Andy Blakeley

Ricky, what a lovely guy, always great company and tremendous wit. Faye and I always had a great time with you and Jackie and will be sorely missed. A true family man and our thoughts are with you all today XXX

Mr Bruce Wright

Sending our love to Jackie the boys & family at this very sad time. Ricky was always so proud & lives on in you all.

Mr and Mrs Sarah & David Ramsry Smith

With love for Ricky & the Dowles family x

Mr Josh Lyons

So sad to lose such a character so suddenly. Sending love to Jackie and the family cc

Mr and Mrs Nicky & Daryl Godwin

So sad to have to say goodbye to our lovely cousin and friend today, A guiding light and the coolest kid in town - and such an engaging and beautiful soul. My best friend all through school and still my oldest friend (Neil). Thanks for the memories Ricky - all brilliant ones! You will never be forgotten. Love, Bec, Ali, Neil and families.

Ms rebecca bowden

One of a kind. R.I.P. Rick

Mr Raymond Hilkene

Thinking of you all. Ricky was one of a kind and will be sorely missed. We know someone who will be pleased to see him again ;)

. The Earreys

Such a lovely man and taken far too early. You will be missed. Lots of Love Jane & Dave xx

Mr and Mrs Dave Freeman

Such a devastating loss for you all. Thinking of you Jackie and all your family and sending love.

Mrs Ann Clarke-Overy

We loved and always looked forward to the times we were together, the dancing and music. Many times just chatting and sharing the precious moments in our lives with our respective families and grandchildren. We know how special and how loved you were Ricky, by Jackie and your boys and grandchildren. You will forever be in their hearts and the hearts of everyone who knew you as a friend. You left this world too soon. Love Jo & Jon and family x

Mrs Joanne Henderson

In loving memory of Ricky Love form Tracey , Micky xx

Mrs Tracey Ocuneff

I’m loving memory of Ricky

Mrs Julie Harrison

Ricky, Firstly what a true gentleman. Many great evenings (and I have to say a few afternoons!!) together out in Liverpool St, how fitting our last beer together a few weeks ago was also there - although it should have been so many more!! Chap, you’ll be sorely missed but never forgotten. Thank you for all the memories. XXX

Mr and Mrs Dermot & Zena Goldrick

To Jackie and Family, so sorry for your loss. Ricky was such a lovely man. You are all in our thoughts at this sad time. Sue & Loll Ogden

Mrs Sue Ogden

Whenever we think of you Ricky it’s always with a glass in your hand , a smile on your face and a glint in your eye that’s ready to dance and party! You are going to be sorely missed and our thoughts , love and support are with your lovely family. Where ever you are we hope you are getting down to some funky beats with a glass of something decent!! Happy memories of you Ricky a lovely man Love Flo , Lee and girls Xxxx

Mrs Flo & Lee Hodgson

With all our love.. Belle Luke & Sam xx we are so sorry..

Ms Belinda Behn

To Jackie and family so sorry for your loss, Ricky was a lovely man and taken far too soon x

Mr and Mrs Kim Dormer

Dear Jackie, sending deepest condolences at this sad time. Ricky was a joyful charismatic man, who loved his family, a good story and a glass of red wine. He lived life to the full. Taken far too soon, but forever remembered. Jo & Paul Farrow

Mrs Jo Farrow

A wonderful man - lots of love Mel & family xxx

Mrs Mel Gaskin

Ricky has left us with so many happy memories and whilst a party lover and avid music man, he dedicated his life to his wonderful family, enjoying his much loved grandchildren and the simple things in life. We will miss him more than he could ever know. Much love George, Moya and Thomas

Mr and Mrs George Wooder

Dear Jackie & Family Our deepest condolences. G&D Brinded

. Gillian Brinded

Hope you’ll be Dancing in Heaven….. remembering Ricky with kindness love & laughter … our thoughts are with you Jackie and family xx Maxine & Steve

Mr and Mrs Maxine & Steve Rougier

Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time Love Christopher Joanne Lewis & Oliver xxxx

Mr and Mrs Chris Thornton

To Jackie and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Ricky was a class act taken far too early, but will never be forgotten. Fran and Kevin Hughes

Mrs Frances Hughes

Ricky was a dear Nephew who was taken far too soon, a family man with a love for life and adventure.He had a smile and a certain style.A gentleman who will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in Peace. Jackie, Harry, Ed and Chas our thoughts and prayers are with you Uncle Fred & Aunt Jean

Mr and Mrs Fred Ellis

You're in our thoughts and prayers

Mr Steven Richardson

My darling cousin. What a huge loss. So many special times. You’re always loved and will never be forgotten. Wherever you are it’s where the best people go and you’re in the VIP area xxx

Mrs Debra Hicks

Ricky you have been taken from us too soon. I will always remember your love for dapper clothes and soul music. Whenever I play ‘Grace’ from the band AKA it always reminds me of you. Jackie thinking of you and all the family Miss you mate, Steve Burges

Mr Steve Burges

A life full of Music . Laughter & Love . We will miss you Ricky . Julie & Trevor x

Mr and Mrs Trevor Gilby

Dearest Ricky A true one off - always great company, a gentleman, dancer extraordinaire and champion neckerchief wearer. We will miss you. Love Gail and Graham

Mr and Mrs Graham Cheshire

Dad, You will always be my fishing partner, my best mate, my role model, my hero. Thank you for being the best Dad we could ever ask for. I will miss you for the rest of my days and love you so much. X

Mr Edward Dowles

Jackie and family, so deeply sorry for your loss. Ricky was a lovely man and taken too soon.

Miss Jackie Beenham

Can't believe that you've been taken so soon. a true gentleman with a wicked sense of humour and who always made us laugh. It was a pleasure knowing you. You will be missed but will always be in our hearts. We are just so so sorry for your loss. RIP Ricky. Tracy, Glenn & Family.

Mr and Mrs Tracy & Glenn Underwood

Please accept our sincere condolences at a very difficult time. We wish you all our love, from Steve, Lucy, Alfie and Grant

Mr Steve Jackson

I’ll always remember the Newcastle trip, partying with Edd and the boys until the early hours. Good times. Great man. You’ll be sorely missed x

Mr Calum Taylor

Rick, so many tributes to you and the person you were, still are as you live on in your boys and grandkids. The tributes are from people that were fortunate to have touched your life, I feel absolutely blessed to be your Brother, be a constant in highs and lows and have so many memories. It’s been just over a week and I’m missing you so much, I know the pain will ease with time, but missing you never will. Paul

Mr Paul Dowles

Ricky in memory of a life well lived but gone to soon You will be missed Dance in heaven Lisa &Steve Imogen & Amber

Ms Lisa Jane

Sending love and strength to your family at this very sad time. In our thoughts and prayers. Peter Ferry and family

Mr Peter Ferry

Taken too soon. Such a joy to have known you and the kind person you were. You will be sadly missed and a place in our hearts that no one could ever fill. Rest in Peace Ricky.

Mrs Valerie Arthur

To our wonderful friend Ricky who lived a fabulous life and loved his family more than anything!

. Abby Short

A Dapper Dresser A Dapper Dancer …and a proper lovely chap RIP my friend

Mr and Mrs Paul Wesson

A snappy dresser and such a lovely man. RIP Ricky ❤️

Mrs Lisa Everett

To Jackie and family, Ricky was such a wonderful person. Always made us laugh and was such a pleasure to be around. He was such a big character and will stay in all our hearts always. Sorry for your loss. Love Tracy and Simon xx

Mr and Mrs Tracy and Simon Turner

To the coolest guy ever. We miss you xx

Mr and Mrs Mick & Jacqui Taylor

Service details

Church Service

25 February, 2026 14:00

St Mary & St Edward

Church Road, West Hanningfield, CM2 8XD