Ricky Bales

Ricky Eugene Bales age 45 of Friendsville passed away Monday, February 2, 2009 at his home. Rick was employed with Coke Cola for 28 years. Preceded in death by: Grandparents, Eugene & Nellie Bales, James Walter & Lena Russell. Survivors include: Son & Daughter-in-law, Chris & Kelsey Bales; Grandchildren (The love of their Papaw's life) Carter (Little Man) & Paisley Bales; Mother, Cheryl Russell Bales; Father, Bob & wife Pat Bales; Sisters & Brothers-in-law, Sherri & Kenny Tipton, Debbie & Johnny Mishoe & niece Taylor Turner; Stepbrother, Darren Rogers & wife Penny; Stepsister, Dana Hummel & husband Tony; several aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces. In lieu of flowers please make donations to: Bales Children Trust Fund, Alcoa Tenn Federal Credit Union, 425 Foothills Mall Drive, Maryville, TN 37801. Memorial service will be at 7:00 PM, Thursday, February 5, 2009 at Smith West Chapel with Rev. Doug Riffey officiating. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Ricky Bales please visit our Sympathy Store.