Mr. Ric Ritchie Turberville

Ric Dale "Richie" Turberville December 20, 1971 – June 24, 2026 Ric Dale "Richie" Turberville, 54, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Ric was born on December 20, 1971, to Richard Dale Rubenstein and Betty Jean Turberville. An only son, he was a dreamer from an early age. He loved driving, and he learned from his father at Gulf Lumber Company, where he developed a passion for trucks that would shape his life's work. That passion eventually led him across the United States as a truck driver, allowing him to see the country while doing what he loved. Following high school, Ric proudly answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Marine Corps. Although his military service was shorter than he had hoped, he carried the discipline, determination, and life lessons he gained throughout the rest of his life. Throughout the years, Ric searched for happiness, peace, and a place to call home. Along the way, he met, April Morris. Together they built a life centered on love and family, raising five children who became the greatest joy of his life. In 2022, Richie and his family returned to the Mobile area, where he treasured being closer to his mother, Betty, his sister, Sherea, and the rest of his family. One of his greatest pleasures was sharing Sunday morning breakfasts with his great-uncle, Clinton Turberville ("Little Buddy"), where stories were told, laughter was shared, and memories were made. Those who knew Ric will remember his adventurous spirit, his love for the open road, and the deep love he had for his family. He was a devoted father, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose life touched many. The greatest peace Ric found came near the end of his life when he placed his faith and trust in Jesus Christ. He found the true joy, peace, and everlasting hope he had long searched for by surrendering his life to the Lord. His family finds comfort in knowing he is now at his eternal home in Heaven. He is survived by his beloved companion, April Morris; his children, Kayla, Addison, Wyatt, Hayden, and Emily; his mother, Betty Jean Turberville; his father, Richard Dale Rubenstein; his sisters, Sherea, Brittany, Toni, and Tammy, along with their families; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many cherished friends. Ric was preceded in death by those family members who welcomed him into his heavenly home. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, in the chapel of Petty Funeral Homes, LLC, with Brother Billy Kendrick officiating. The family will receive friends on July 7, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. until the service begins at noon. Interment will follow at Spring Hill Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers are Jamie Yearwood, Carl Matthews, Zac Everette, Steve Rials, David Lauber, and Joe Theobald. Richie's desire for everyone was that they come to know the saving grace of Jesus Christ. "If you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved." Romans 10:9 He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

Mr. Ric Ritchie Turberville

December 20, 1971 - June 24, 2026