Richard Wayne “Ricky” Peoples, Jr., age 36, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kanss, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023, at his home.  He was born March 24, 1987, in Ft. Scott, the son of Richard Wayne Peoples Sr. and Cynthia Jean Page Peoples.  Ricky graduated from the Ft. Scott High School.  Throughout his life, Ricky worked at a variety of odd jobs including lawn care.  He enjoyed going to stockcar races and tractor pulls.  Many memories were made traveling throughout the country with his family.

Ricky will be lovingly remembered by his many family members and friends.  He was preceded in death by his mother.

Following cremation, a private burial will take place at a later date in the Evergreen Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, Kansas.  Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.