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Ricardo Figueroa Obituary

Ricardo Figueroa, 14, affectionately known as Ricky to his friends, passed away unexpectedly May 3, 2012 as a result of an automobile accident. Ricardo was born March 20, 1998 in Phoenix, Arizona to the union of Daniel Gonzales and Yolanda Figueroa. Ricardo was an 8th grade student at Galileo School of Math and Science. He enjoyed Sports, video games, guitar, piano, astronomy and he loved to work out! He leaves to cherish his memory, His Parents, Daniel Gonzales and Yolanda Figueroa, Sisters, Cintia Figueroa, Diana Figueroa, Grandparents Aurelio Figueroa, Maria Figueroa, Obdulia Guzman vda de Gonzales and a host of other relatives and friends. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday at 4:00pm May 9, 2012, Angelus Funeral Directors, 1104 S. Circle Dr.

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Published by The Gazette on May 5, 2012.

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jessica grayam

May 9, 2013

I love you Caleb verwiebe

Jessica grayam

May 9, 2013

I love you Caleb verwiebe

October 11, 2012

Ricky,
Dude, I miss you so much everyday. I waited almost 5 months to sign this. I want you back. All the memories we had. All the time we spent together. I would take it all back and do it again.
Rest in Peace Brother.
-OVO

Tamera twitty

July 19, 2012

Ricky I miss you and love you with all of my heart. I am very lucky to have been able to call you my friend.

Caleb VerWiebe

May 27, 2012

Rickey,you were a nice guy and other people Knew you well and you deserve to rest umong others in heaven.to bad that your life was short you.you were a really nice person,R.I.P.

Nancy Barrientos

May 20, 2012

I had known you ever since 3rd grade. You always knew how to cheer people up. We love you and miss you.
Gone but never forgotten
-The one who loves yhu
-Nancy

ivan mendez-navarro

May 20, 2012

ricky you were a great friend always there for us and cheering us up when we were sad and also you understood everyone no matter the situation you always made everyone happi
im glad i met you buh sad that you left this planet to early

May 19, 2012

we all miss u ricky you will be missed but not forgoten

Yasmine Meredith

May 15, 2012

You are an amazing friend and you didn't need to go like that. You'll always be in our hearts and we'll never forget you. <3

Hobbs-Estergard family

May 10, 2012

My daughter was really good friends with Ricky. We are truly sorry for your loss. He had a special gift for bringing people together, and Making people smile. He make such a big impact on my daughter and his friends. He will be truly missed by many.

Regina

May 9, 2012

My son (Peyton) knew Ricky and Is very sad. Losing a young life takes it's toll on everyone in different ways. Peyton is realizing how precious his life and the life of others. Ricky's life was cut short and he is in a better place. Big Hugs, Lots of Love, and Endless Prayers to the Figueroa-Gonzales Family! <3

Ramona Magallanes

May 8, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ricky's familia... I pray that God will comfort you through this tragedy. We will all miss Ricky ..My duaghter Alejandrina shares with me all the good times they had how much Ricky would make them laugh on a daily basis and how much she is going to miss his jokes and the bus ride home from school just won't be the same without Ricky. Rest In Paradise Lil Ricky you will never be forgotton.
The Magallanes Family

Veronica Urias

May 8, 2012

I didn't know Ricardo, but my son did, I pray our prayers reach you, I am deeply saddend that he was taken all too soon. Que dios los bendiga y los mantenga fuerte.

Mariah Twitty

May 7, 2012

I will miss you soo much ricky.I feel so lucky have known you i love you. My prayers and heart go out to the family

your school

May 7, 2012

I dont know you... but you helped me when i had a bad day, when i dropped my stuff, and you always had a smile.
Thankyou for being sucha great friend to all of us!

Mary Hubert

May 7, 2012

Ricky, i didnt now you well, but you helped me when i was having a bad day, and you were there with a smile for everyone. I send my hopes and prayers to your family, mom, sister, and other family members.
May god bless you as the angels fly you up to heaven.
Miss ya

Jan Bowyer

May 7, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this terribly sad and painful time. Hold onto your faith, and know that Ricky is now smiling down at you from above. He will always be with you.

Gonzales-Gates Family

May 7, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ricky's family. May the Lord hold you up during this difficult time.

David Flanagan

May 7, 2012

Ricky-
I miss you bro. It was an HONOR to know you and be your friend. I will never forget how you were so strong and enduring so thats what I'll do.
with love,
David F.

May 7, 2012

i miss the times we spend ricky.....you were my bestfriend and always will be.i love u and miss you.....
you made me smile when i needed to.
you were a great person and ill never ever forget you.
ill see u one day i wish i could see u now but ill have to wait just a while longer.
i promise ill be up in heaven one day with you.


freshy&freashie friends for ever
<3<3

Lovelace Family

May 7, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss, please know out thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

Isabel Gutierrez

May 7, 2012

My prayers go out to Rickys family. Ricky you always had a smile on your face and we always stayed friends even after all our break-ups.. You will never be forgotten.. I will always love you and I will miss you so much.. My dad says you must of been a good person cuz only the good die young.. he is right you were a good person.. Rest in Paradise Ricky... watch over us!

Joshua A.

May 6, 2012

I went to school at Galileo with Ricky. I never knew him all too well, but it still devastates me that this happened. Prayers go out to you and your family and friends. I'll see you again someday, but until then, rest in peace.

Ezmeralda Lara

May 6, 2012

Ricky I love you im going to miss you alot.. But ill keep your memories ALIVE!!! ill never forgett you ill always have you in mi Corazón para siempre!! Love you always and forever,,
Ezme/Smile or (Cloud)

Aaron Robb

May 6, 2012

I'm going to miss you Ricky i just can't believe your gone.You will always be in my thoughts until we see each other again. Good Bye Ricky

Michele

May 6, 2012

My deepest sympathies to Ricky's family..I hd the honor of meeting him when he came to my house to hang out with my daughter.. he was a wonderful young man ...I am sure he will be missed by all he lives he has touched

Angel Myles

May 6, 2012

I love you Ricky and I miss you. You were my closest friend ever. I will never forget you.

Angel Myles

May 6, 2012

I love you Ricky I miss you buddy you were my closest friend ever and I will never forget you.

Michael Pope mother

May 6, 2012

My son played football with Ricky before school at Galileo. My son was saddened by the news of Ricky. Out prayers go out to you. RIP Ricky

Ann Marie

May 5, 2012

I am deeply sorry for your loss. May Ricky rest in peace as he has reached the arms of the Lord. My thoughts and prayers to all of his family and friends. May you find comfort in all of your wonderful memories.

Debbie Rocco

May 5, 2012

Although iI do not know your family, I will pray for your comfort and strength. I am saddened by your loss.

Mona Martinez

May 5, 2012

To the Figueroa Family, I did not Richard But As a Mother I can understand what you are going through,...His Life was cut short...My Thoughts and Prayers are with you...Fly like an Eagle Richard for you are now Free,

Catherine

May 5, 2012

My thoughs and prayers are with you during this very sad time. We are most deeply touched and troubled when such a young person is taken away from us.

Vicki Butner

May 5, 2012

I feel sorry for this family. He had a full life ahead of him. May you RIP Ricky!

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