Richard "Ricky" Lee Gottschalk

RICHARD "RICKY" LEE GOTTSCHALK, 32, of North Little Rock passed away Friday, Sept. 23, 2016. He was a member of Market Street Baptist Church. Ricky was the e-commerce director for Orr Hyundai in Russellville. He enjoyed playing poker with his friends, playing softball and arena football. Ricky was especially proud to coach his son Jackson in baseball. He loved old cars, grilling, hunting, watching movies, exploring flea markets, traveling and generally just loved life. Ricky was a husband, father, son, brother, coach and friend to many. He never met a stranger. He is survived by his wife Alesha Gottschalk; son, Jackson; parents, Frederick and Elizabeth Gottschalk; siblings, Joyce Alice Gottschalk, Ronnie Don Pennell and John J. Pennell; in-laws, Scott and Pam Page, his furry companion; Kong, and numerous extended family and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, James H. Pennell. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 28 at Smith - North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main Street. Burial will follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park. A visitation will be from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 27 at Smith – North Little Rock Funeral Home. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.