Carl Richard

Province

In Loving Memory of Carl Richard (Ricky) Province

May 9, 1960 – November 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carl Richard (Ricky) Province, beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend, who passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, at the age of 65.

Ricky was born on May 9, 1960, in Clarksdale, MS, and raised in the close-knit town of Belen, whose people and memories remained dear to him throughout his life. He was the son of Samuel Jahue and Annie Lois (Johnnie) Province. Throughout his life, Ricky managed to make people reflect, smile, and often burst into laughter, touching the hearts of family, friends, and even complete strangers.

He found great joy in tinkering with anything he could take apart, even if getting it back together was occasionally optional. He also had a special fondness for a Large McDonald's Mocha Frappe, which he enjoyed in his own signature way: drink it down halfway, mix in the whipped cream, and enjoy. Ricky loved giving his family a good-natured "hard time," but he somehow made it feel like a special kind of affection. His humor was unmatched, and every story he told somehow became funnier in the retelling.

Throughout his career in HVAC, Ricky helped countless individuals and families, always going above and beyond to make a difference. Before retiring, he was especially proud of the 25 years he devoted to his craft as a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union, Local 265, in Northern Illinois.

Family was at the center of his life, and he will be deeply missed by his surviving family: Samantha Province, Caleb Province, Ethan Province, Janet Turner, Larry (Druey) Province, Don (Shelly) Province, Sandy Province (Jake Julian), Nicholas (Michelle) Turner, Jessica Turner, Heath Province, Clark (Kim) Province, Leighton (Laina) Province, Colby (Selena) Province, and Shelby (Jordan) Howell. Ricky was predeceased by his parents, Samuel Jahue Province and Annie Lois (Johnnie) Province, as well as his brother, Charles Lawrence (Chuck) Province.

Honoring his final wishes, there will be no celebration of life or funeral service, as Ricky wanted his passing to be marked with simplicity and humility. The family invites you to honor Ricky's memory by giving someone you love a hug and making them laugh, just as he so often did.

While Ricky is no longer with us, his spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. He will forever be remembered for his humor, his generosity, his love for his family, and the lasting mark he left on the world.

"How we deal with death is at least as important as how we deal with life."

— Captain James T. Kirk