Earl "Ricky" Temple, 65, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2022.
He was born September 16, 1956, in Saint Louis, Missouri, the son of Joseph and Hazel (Hammond) Temple.
Ricky served in the United States Army from 1976 until 1979.
He had a love for music, especially the Blues. He could play the guitar and the drums and he had a huge love for his family. He will be most remembered by his smile and his ability to have a conversation with just about anyone.
He is survived by his children, Katrece Johnson, Donte Roberts and Crystal Lynn; grandchildren; great grandchild and his siblings as well as numerous nieces and nephews and his special nephew Keith Lately.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Hazel Temple.
Cremation is planned and no services are scheduled at this time. To help the family with funeral expenses, please click the "Pay Your Bill" tab on the bottom on Penwell-Gable's main page or call to the funeral home at 785-354-8558.
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