Died 12th January 2026
At his home, Melfort Drive, Belfast. Loving father of Shannon, Casey & Cain; grandfather of Malakai and brother of Jason, Fiona & David.
Ricky’s funeral service will be held in Roselawn Crematorium on Monday 19th January at 5.20pm. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Ricky can be made to The Big Dander via the link above.
BA, you were a funny man with the heart of a lion, will only ever have good memories of you mate.
Rest easy
RIP Ricky, I’ll always remember the laughs that night Uncle Billy and yourself came to see the twins in Warminster. Great night of drinks n laughs in the garden. Such a character, gone way too soon. Thinking of Shannon, Cain, Casey & family at this tender time x
RIP Ricky, condolences to the family.
Memories from Ricky were always involved with laughter, a man driven by his work, utter loyalty and had time for anyone who needed it.
Sad news to hear of your passing mate. I hope you are at ease now.
Richard gone but will never be forgotten for all your kindness you showed towards us
To know you was to love you what a GENTLEMAN.
REST IN PEACE 🙏. B.A
So sorry to hear this. Fond memories of Richard in Suffolk in his younger years. RIP Ricky
Really was a great bloke, sad to hear of his passing, all the best to the family, RIP.
Ricky, you were a joy to know, to learn from and to work with even if it was just for a short time. I’ll never forget the laughs and the wisdom that you imparted in a way that only you could – with a joke and smile on your face. Rest easy brother
Reading these comments tonight has lifted my spirit ten fold. This is a man that I was lucky enough to grow up with and call my friend. Simply put, he was the bravest man you could ever meet. The courage of a lion doesn’t even come close.
We used to laugh and say that he would “fight a bear, to get at a bear, to fight”
He will be missed terribly by all who knew him.
Go easy Dicky boy.
I’ve just received the awful news about my old friend Ba . Lots of great memories of our battles as young kids in school someone who as you said Tommy would face a bear without question. Over the last couple years I would meet Ba and we would have good chat about our old days and his laugh and smile would say it all . Someone who I had upmost respect for.
Rest easy old friend until we meet again
My sincerest condolences to Ricky’s family. Ricky was a good lad, always willing to help out everyone else in the platoon.
It has been a pleasure to have you as my nephew and the man you became.I have treasured memories of us going camping many years ago , you are one of a kind and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my beautiful nephew xxx
Such a great lad and soldier. Will always have fond memories of him from the COP and Recce Plt.
My condolences and best wishes to his family.
Thoughts on this. I have been writing up my word for Ricky/family.
Ricky,
You were one of a kind. A loyal friend, a proud soldier, and a man who lived by his word. Serving together in Iraq, going through JNCO Cadre, our time with COP Platoon in Northern Ireland, and the great times we had in Recce Platoon in Inverness are memories I’ll carry for life. They forged bonds that never fade—earned through hard graft, trust, and having each other’s backs when it mattered most.
You were not only a consummate professional, but also a very dear friend. Alongside that professionalism was a joyful character that lifted everyone around you. You brought humour, warmth, and light even in the hardest moments, reminding us all why camaraderie mattered as much as courage. Above all, you were a proud and devoted dad to your kids, and the love you had for them was clear to everyone who knew you. Beyond the uniform, you were a solid mate—reliable, steady, and always there for the lads. You stood by us on operations and in everyday life, and that’s how you’ll always be remembered.
Gone far too soon, but never forgotten.
Nemo Me Impune Lacessit 🖤
You will be sorely missed my friend
Sharpy
Was such a role model when I was a private in The Black Watch as a section commander. Helped me to promotion with his knowledge and leadership, and also the humour and morale he had huge amounts of. Been a long time since we last seen each other but your presence and impact on my career and life will never be forgotten. Rest easy Ricky.
I’ve sat looking at this comment box for far too long and the honest answer is I’m lost for words.
Ricky was an absolute gentleman, a hilarious man that will be missed by many. The world is a lesser place without him. 💙
One of the best taken far too soon.
RIP my friend.
To my darling Richard, who touched the lives of so many.
Nothing prepared me for a loss like this; I never got to say goodbye. What a gift it was to have you as a nephew, you were absolutely amazing. You were so kind, always looking out for others. Your sense of humour was second to none. And your smile was infectious.
You will never be forgotten. You will stay in my heart forever. You are loved beyond compare.
Rest in peace, Hero.
Until we meet again.
Unconditional love, Auntie Margaret. xxx
Night night BA
See u on the other side rip
My condolences to his loved ones. I have nothing but good memories from our time together in 1 BW.
Heart goes out to Kerri, Shannon, Casey, Cain, the grandkids and Ricky’s immediate family ❤️
I and many others shared many good memories and laughs with Ricky, he was a fantastic soldier and friend who was admired by everyone and will be greatly missed
I wish the family strength through these hard times, he will always be remembered and I’m sure he will watch over the kids and be proud of their achievements!
Sad news. Saw him recently in town, he was looking after the homeless checking in on them all and looking after them. He had a big heart..
It was a pleasure to serve with you brother.
Condolences to the family and to his children left behind.
Ricky was a great friend, colleague and operator.
Respected by everyone and hilarious sense of humour.
The amount of times I heard him say, “I’m Ricky Millar and I can score with both feet”
Always remembered
Rest easy, Ricky
Rest in peace, Richard.
You’ll forever hold a special place in our hearts ♥️ xx
Thinking of you all at this very sad time rip Richard GBNF 🙏 😢 💙 X
Great memories of Ricky serving beside him the army . He was a fantastic lad and will be sadly missed.
RIP mate .
Thinking of the whole family, rest easy b.a
An exceptional soldier of The Black Watch, who lived for the Army and would have done anything for his team mates and his regiment.
A Corporal in the Reconnaissance Platoon where only the best soldiers in the battalion are selected, to back-to-back tours of Iraq and Afghanistan, and to Close Observation Post (COP) duties in Northern Ireland. He gave everything he had in service to his country.
The war is never truly over for even those who return home.
You can stand easy now soldier, alongside the rest of your fallen comrades.
Rest in peace, Richard.
NEMO ME IMPUNE LACESSIT
Rest in peace thoughts and prayers for the family 🙏
Rest easy Richard (BA) thoughts and prayers are with all the Millar family at this sad time.
What a guy. One of funniest, most loyal men to grace this earth, I hope you’re at peace mate. Go safe, see you when I get there Rick up the black watch ❤️
Very sorry to hear of Ricky’s death my thoughts go out to all the family at this difficult sad time
Rest in peace my beautiful cousin , So grateful for how close we become will treasure our conversations ❤️
Forever missed
To my nephew Richard you will always be remembered for your lovely smile and kind heart always looking out for others you will be missed by many your only a tought away God bless rest in peace xx
You wil always hold a soft spot in my heart Richard 💙💙
Thinking of the whole family at this very sad and difficult time. Deepest condolences
So sorry for your loss Jason, fiona ,David, and Families. God bless .Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .
Heart breaks for you all. Rest in peace Richard
Think of you all 🙏 god bless
My we daddy
God love him 🩵
So sorry to all the Millar family circle on there sad loss of Richard.
God bless and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Love you my we daddy ❤️
Rest in peace, Richard.
You’ll forever hold a special place in our hearts ❤️ xx
so sorry thinking of the whole Family at this sad time
Soo sorry to hear of your loss. I’m thinking of you all . RIP Richard.