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A Christmas tribute to the man who loved Christmas 'It was Halloween, however, that Ricky loved the most. From his pumpkin-stealing days to his ghillie suit costume, Ricky knew how to do Halloween right, and he loved every second of it.' Click on headline for complete story with photo(s) By Heather Jackson Ricky Michael Hadley Ricky Hadley decided he didn't need this ole world anymore on Saturday, November 16th, 2013. The "Swamp Man" decided heaven sounded like a lot more fun and a lot more of an adventure than staying here with a bunch of gossipers and complainers. He knew how to hunt, and he went hunting often, but rarely would you hear about him actually killing anything. Mostly, he just liked to watch the animals. He loved the outdoors. He made his own bows, loved to hear wind chimes, and had many ideas for children's books about insecure skunks and shy possums. Ricky was a big fan of the Muppets. "Pigs in Space" references were always on his mind, but nothing compared to his love of Grover. Ricky was the master of good practical jokes. He once walked over a mile through forest, rock, and water without shoes or a flashlight in order to sneak up on some camping friends. He once dressed up in his infamous gorilla costume in order to surprise his niece's friends on her 15th birthday. Ricky Hadley always made Christmas better. His gifts were legendary. They were often wrapped in either a brown paper bag or newspaper. They were always made in America, and they always proved that Ricky cared a lot about his family and friends. It was Halloween, however, that Ricky loved the most. From his pumpkin-stealing days to his ghillie suit costume, Ricky knew how to do Halloween right, and he loved every second of it. The man loved music. In school, he played the comb to entertain his friends. He was really all about the guitar though. He loved to play and could be heard all through the night just pickin' or working on his own songs. He will be remembered as a great Rook partner, a master of puns, and the best example of living simply you'll be able to find this side of the Mississippi. I would say more about Ricky, but I know he would think I was crazy for talking about him for this long already. He is missed each and every day, but there is comfort in knowing that Ricky is finally all better and completely at peace. We hold his memory dear, but we let his soul rest with God. We love you, Ricky. The Hadley family This story was posted on 2013-12-25 09:39:36
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