Ricky J. Benedict, 65, of Linton, Indiana, formerly of Indianapolis, passed from this life, on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at his residence. He was born on October 3, 1954 in Beech Grove, Indiana to Fred J. and Barbara L. (Siebenthal) Benedict.

Ricky retired in 2017 from Dollar General Stores. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and woodworking.

Family left to cherish the memory of Ricky includes: his mother Barbara Benedict, son, Dakota Benedict; brother, Randy (Pam) Benedict; sister, Pam Tuttle, both of Indianapolis; niece, Mandy and nephew, Dillon.

Ricky was preceded in death by his parents and son, Dustin Benedict.

A family gathering will be held from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM on Friday, May 29, 2020 at Meng Family Funeral Homes, Anderson-Poindexter Chapel in Linton.

The Benedict family entrusted all arrangements to Meng Family Funeral Homes, Anderson-Poindexter Chapel in Linton. Condolences and memories of Ricky may be shared with the family online at www.andersonpoindexter.com.