Rickey " Rick" Clinton West, age 66, of Durand, WI died Friday, July 2, 2021 at his home. He was born March 17, 1955 in Belvidere, IL; son of William Rednour and Shirley (Gene) West.
He attended Belvidere High School. Following school, he joined the United States Army. After his service he moved to the Durand/Mondovi area.
He married Cindy Hoffman. Together they had three children, Nicki, Brandi and Rickey. They later divorced.
On December 3, 1986 Rick married Debra Plank. Together they had two children, Jessica and Dewey.
Rick owned and operated his own trucking business. He drove all over the country. His life was all about driving semi until 2007 when his health no longer allowed.
He enjoyed watching Rickey’s wrestling matches, Dewey’s 4-wheeler races, and he enjoyed wood working. He made benches and children’s furniture.
He is survived by his wife, Debra; children, Nicki (Gary) Brantner, Brandi Rasmussen (Curtis Johnson), Rickey (Patti) West, Jessica (Pete) Prissel, Dewey West (Toneeka Stutesman), Shannon Meurer and Cassie Townsend; 33 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Sherry (Tom) Rhodes, Pamela (Gary) Hyser, Ruth Moeller; sister-in-law, Deb Pinkston; many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, James Pinkston and Terry Pinkston.
A private family graveside service will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery in Durand. A Celebration of Rick’s life will be held from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Friday, July 16th in
the Orton Room at the Riverside Grill, , Durand.
Goodrich Funeral Home in Durand, WI is assisting the family. To express on-line condolences, visit obituaries at www.goodrichfh.com
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