Ricky was a fighter. Despite doctors believing he would not survive his first year, Ricky lived a full and happy life. His “can-do” attitude always prevailed over his disability. He was a graduate of Newark High School where he was a proud member of the Jr. ROTC.

He was a long-time member of Five Points Fire Company, where he truly enjoyed the brotherhood they extended to him. He always had a smile and a kind word for all he met, he enjoyed hanging out at the fire house and 7-11 with friends. He loved visits to New Orleans and Las Vegas over the years. Ricky was always such a happy spirit, always smiling and willing to help in any way possible. He genuinely enjoyed and embraced life to its fullest and made friends wherever he went.

A special thanks to Rose and Diana from VNA for his care.

Ricky is survived by his parents, Richard and Patricia Seery; his sisters, Lisa Pyle (Scott) and Stella Handlin (Gene); nieces, Alexandra Pyle, Krysten Pyle and Allison Handlin; and nephew, Austin Handlin.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Friday, October 30 from 6:00-8:00 pm at Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home, 1400 Kirkwood Hwy. Wilmington, DE. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 2 at 1:30 pm at All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Hwy. Wilmington, DE 19808.

In lieu of flowers the family asks contributions to be made in Ricky's name to Five Points Fire Co., 209 S. Maryland Ave., Wilmington, DE 19804.