Linwood was born, August 17, 1948, in Halifax County, NC, to the late Lewis C. and Lilian Bolton Ricks.  

He was a veteran having served his country with the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era and was a Navy Seal and was a Purple Heart recipient.

He eventually gained employment with the Weldon Police Department and later served as Chief of Police.  

He loved cooking, woodworking and especially loved to listen to “old school” Country and Rock n’ Roll music. He was a very talented man that could do anything, but above all, he was a wonderful Husband and provider to his loving wife.  

Surviving are his wife of 34 years, Priscilla Ricks of the home; sisters, Mary Snead and husband, FD, and Teresa Ricks both of Roanoke Rapids. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will receive friends Thursday, July 5, 2018 from 7-9 pm at Askew Funeral & Cremation Service of Roanoke Rapids and all other times at the home, 114 Tom Willey St., Gaston, NC.  Dave Chapman, Minister will conduct funeral services Friday, July 6, 2018, in the chapel at Askew’s beginning at 2:00 pm. Entombment will take place immediately following the service at Crestview Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to www.askewfs.com