Mr. Ricky Bowden, 72, of Lincolnton, North Carolina, made his transition on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Atrium Health–Lincoln in Lincolnton, North Carolina.

He was born in Lincoln County, North Carolina, on November 16, 1953, to Betty Jo Bowden Whitworth and the late Will Henry Gray.

Ricky proudly served his country in the United States Army.

A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in White’s Family Chapel. The family will receive friends at 4:30 p.m., 30 minutes prior to the service.

Services of Comfort are entrusted to Ebony & White’s Funeral Service.

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