RICKY ALLEN CARPER, 57, of Walton, West Virginia passed away August 13, 2018 at the Roane General Hospital, Spencer, West Virginia. He was born May 3, 1961 in Charleston, West Virginia a son of Janet Seabolt Carper of Walton and the late Billy Carper. He was a laborer and did odd jobs and was Christian by faith. In addition to his mother, Ricky is survived by one daughter, Danielle Carper Ussery of Pinch, West Virginia; one son, Adam Carper of Spencer; one sister, Deborah Thomas of Walton; and one brother, Gary Carper of Walton. Per his wishes, a private graveside and direct burial will take place at 5:00pm Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at the Rocky Branch Cemetery, Walton. There will be no visitation or viewing. TAYLOR-VANDALE FUNERAL HOME, Spencer, is in charge of arrangements.