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He was a construction teacher for Monticello Schools and was a member of Rose Hill Cumberland Presbyterian Church. In addition to his father, he was also preceded in death by one brother, Bobby Kulbeth; and two grandchildren, Tyler Allen Hart and Kaylin Elizabeth Bryant. Ricky loved his family very much and enjoyed being "BawBaw" to his grandchildren. He was an avid outdoorsman where he loved to hunt and fish.
Survivors include two daughters, Shelli Natosha Hart and husband Jeffery of Bryant and Laura Ashley Bryant and husband Rusty of New Edinburg; his mother, Charlene Kulbeth of Monticello; four grandchildren, Grayson Michael Hart, Brayden Matthew Hart, McKenley Grace Bryant and Addilyn Reese Bryant.
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorials to: Monticello OEC, 741 Scogin Dr., Monticello, AR 71655. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(45)
Charlsie Berryman Polk
Green Forest, AR Sunday, February 19, 2017 Dear Family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Ricky was dear sweet man, and I was honored to call him friend. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. May God Bless each of you and comfort you in this time of need.Susan Knight
, TX Wednesday, February 8, 2017 I am so sorry to know Ricky has left us. He has taken with him so much fun and laughter. I will remember this always about him.I pray your sorrow will soon be replaced with the joy that comes from having known and loved a great guy like Ricky.
Austin Hammons
Warren, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Praying for the family during this difficult time.Brenda Reed
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 So very to hear about Ricky. I met Ricky while serving on the Drew Co. Fair Board. He was always pleasant, friendly and fun to be around. Our prayers are with the family, we pray that God will wrap His loving arms around Rick's family and comfort them as only He can do. May God give each of you the peace you need each minute of each day.Sincerely,
Brenda, Brison & Magen Reed -- Drew County Fair Board members
Wanda Wall Schroder
Gassville, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 I'm so sorry for your loss.Debbie Reeves
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.Linda Thornton
Warren, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Ashley I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.Cary and Brenda Qualls
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Ricky was a one of a kind.. we will miss you..Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Dear Nancy & Family,You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. I knew Ricky for years, he was a very nice person & always helpful. Before my brother Jerry passed away he & Ricky became friends through their jobs with the school. I am so sorry for your loss.
In Friendship & Christian Love,
Sharon
Monica withers smith
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 I am so sorry about your loss. I loved Mr. Ricky dearly and have so many wonderful memories!!! He was always smiling!!! He will be missed by so many!!! He was such a sweet friend to my dad too! Love y'all!!!Elizabeth Ferguson
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 You will be missed by so many students u always put a smile on everyone's face as soon as they walked in the door my kids loved you you always knew what to say when someone felt down and out you was a great teacher not just to the students but to us parents to u are going to be greatly missed by so many ppl RIP Mr.kulbeth and keep on doing what you love doing up in heaven and watch over all the students as they go through this hard lifeKeithlynn Taylor
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 7, 2017 You were a great teacher Mr. kulbeth I will love and miss you.Wesley Carnicle
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 Mr.Kulbeth was a great teacher at Monticello OECCathy Oden
Hamburg, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 I'm so sorry this has happened. Sending prayers to the family. Rest In Peace old friend.Lori McCoy
, TX Monday, February 6, 2017 So sorry my friend. I wish you peace.Dorothy Adcock McWhorter
Ft. Worth, TX Monday, February 6, 2017 The 1950 MHS graduating class send their deepest sympathy to the family of Van Ed.Jimmy Hales
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 Sorry to hear about Ricky , he was a great guy and a long time friend. Praying for the family ! RIP my dear friend !!J.J. and Arlene Russell
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 Charlene,We are so so sorry to hear about Ricky. We saw him just last week and will miss his smiling face. We are keeping you and your daughters in our heart and prayers.
With affection,
J.J. and Arlene
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Cheryl Berryman Neelon
Summerville, SC Monday, February 6, 2017 Ms. Charlene, Natasha, Ashley and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Ricky always had a smile on his face and was there to help his neighbors/friends any time. He will be missed by so many. May God comfort you during this difficult time.Bobby & Sandy Hood
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 We have such fond memories of serving on the Fair Board with Ricky. Even in the toughest of times, he always had a smile. He was a wonderful person and will be missed.Yessica Ambrocio
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 I never got the chance to meet you in person but you mean alot to my fiance Jose. I thank you for all you have done for him. For which now you are in a better place. May you rest in peaceā¤Bobbie Ross
Warren, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless you all during this difficult time.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 I am so sorry to hear about Ricky. He was a fine gentleman, admired and loved by all. You are all in my prayers. May God give you comfort and peace.With love & sympathy,
Janice
Vera Owens
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 Mr. Kulbeth was a great person, very caring. I will miss him greatly. I saw him often as he taught many of my students. He would always ask about my son (Ricky) whom he also taught. Mr. Kulbeth, I'm sure I will see you again in heaven. May God bless the family.Gene Gates
Fayetteville, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 That picture is true testament to Ricky Kulbeth. He was a great guy and we shared many stories and tales. My family will miss him greatly.Pat Savage Montgomery
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.Anne Tucker
Little Rock, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 Ricky's legacy will last for many years. His students will have lifelong skills because of his dedication. He will be missed.Mike and Pam Beard
Monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 We are so sorry to hear about Ricky. Ricky was a bright light in everyone's day. He was a delight being around. He would have wanted to watch his grandkids grow up but we have to know he is in a much better place now. Praying for you, Mike and Pam BeardBEVERLY SMITH
WARREN, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 Dear Ashley and family so sorry for your loss....Eddie, Patty, Bryan and Kristal Young
McGehee, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 We are saddened to hear of your loss. May God give each of you strength today and the days to come. We all enjoyed the Rodeo days with Ricky and his girls.James Higginbotham
Crossett, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 To the Family, Anita and I want you to know you are in our prayers.We had a lot of good times with Ricky and will cherish all the memories. God bless each of you in the coming days
James Higginbotham
Crossett, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 To the Family, Anita and I want you to know you are in our prayers.We had a lot of good times with Ricky and will cherish all the memories. God bless each of you in the coming days
Barbara Burks McElroy
, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 To Mrs. Charlene and daughters. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Hunter Anthony
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 Prayers for you and your familey.Jeri Taylor
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 I was saddened by the news of Ricky's passing! He was a kind person. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.janie kulbeth fritts
, TX Sunday, February 5, 2017 So sorry to hear of Ricky's passing. Prayers for all the family.Eddie & Vicki Groves
Warren, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 Family, so sorry to hear about Ricky.Thoughts and prayers for all of you.Judy Selig
Benton, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 Our hearts are heavy as we think of your loss. Ricky was such a good person and will be missed by all who knew him.Our sincere sympathy,
Judy and Butch Selig
Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 To family ... Our thoughts and prayers with you. Thankful as we gathered a week ago for a BBQ and had special fellowship and fun with him. He was a person that always welcomed you as his friend. He was special to us and will be missed.linda rowe funderburglr
monticello, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 my condolence to the familyPatty Mitchell
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 Miss Charlene, Tata and Ashley, I am so sorry. Couldnot believe the news....Ricky was a person so loved by so many! I will be praying for your families.
Robin Johnson
Monticello, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 Our heart is broken to hear about Ricky. He was a true friend and made the world brighter. Prayers for the girls.Robin and Kenny Johnson, Katie, Andy and Lillie Katie, Mandy and Shane Tropf
Kathy Bawcom Coulter
Montrose, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 My heart lifts each of you to God. Praying for peace and comfort to be delivered during this most sad time for you family. ❤️ Much Love to each of you.carl ewell
monticello, AR Sunday, February 5, 2017 Ricky was a person that everybody liked. He will be missed. May God be with the familyBobby Richburg
Lugoff, SC Saturday, February 4, 2017 You will always be in our thoughts. Our families had a lot of good times together. You are and forever will be missed.