Ricky L. Whitaker aka "Ricky Love", Fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Sat., May 28, 2016. Beloved husband of Tracy Whitaker (nee Richardson). Loving father of Ryan Whitaker. Cherished son of David (Betty) Whitaker and Joann (Tony) Candela. Son-in-law of Garry and Laura Richardson. Dear brother of Robby (Ed) Politte, Rockey Whitaker, Step-brother of Steve and David (Christine) Bowen. Brother-in-law of Kara (Kevin) Hadican and Becky (Steven) Duncan. Dear uncle of Makenzi, Grant and Alivia Hall, Steven Duncan III, Joey and Brinley Hadican, Brady and Bailey Politte, Spencer, Shayna and Shelby Whitaker. Our beloved nephew, cousin, godfather and friend to many. Go Irish! Peace Funeral Mass, Wed. June 1, 2016, 10:00 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 17 Ann Ave., Valley Park. Interment Forever Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation Tues., May 31, 2016 4-8:00pm at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home, 777 Oakwood Dr., Fenton, MO. Memorials to Make a Wish Foundation appreciated.