Van Alvin Ricks passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at the age of 54. Beloved husband of Paula Coleman Ricks. Father of Van Alvin Ricks, Jr. (Crystal) and Nicole Marie Ricks. Son of James Patrick Ricks and the late Yvonne Hoffman. Brother of Richard Ricks, Sharon Baldwin, Duane Ricks, Joey Hoffman, Kristy Johnson, Leonard Hoffman. Stepson of Joseph Hoffman. Grandfather of Trenton. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Jefferson Parish for the past 41 years. Relatives, Friends of the Family, and co-workers of N.O. Steamboat and Gray Line Tours are invited to attend Mass in the Chapel at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA. on Friday, June 14, 2013 at 1pm. Parlors will open from 9am until Funeral time. Friends and family can view and sign the guestbook at
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