Ricky Wayne Elrod, 61, was born September 17, 1962 in Warren County and passed away at home peacefully on August 4, 2024 after a short illness. He was the son of the late J.C. Elrod and Merkie Elrod of McMinnville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, James "Jimmy" Elrod and Ronnie Elrod of McMinnville.