William Daniel "Bill" Hicks, Sr., 85, of 1283 Tellowee Road in Eden, passed away Wednesday evening, February 18, 2015, at his home.
A funeral service will be held at 1 PM on Monday, February 23, at First Baptist Church of Eden. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens with military rites provided by Rockingham County Veteran's Honorguard followed by Masonic rites by Leaksville Lodge #136.
Mr. Hicks was born April 25, 1929 in Vance County, NC, to the late Thurston Willis Hicks and Mary Clarke Hicks. He was a US Army Korean War veteran and a 1952 graduate of North Carolina State University and 1957 graduate of Institute of Textile Technology. Bill retired from Karastan Mills and was the Past President of Dan River Water. He was a member of First Baptist Church where he was a former deacon and choir member. He was a founding member of, and piano player for, the Red Vests. Bill's civic involvement included the Masons and Rotary Club.
He is survived by his daughter, Kimberly Hicks Laney of Apex; two sons, William D. "Dan" Hicks, Jr. and wife, Debbie, of Alpharetta, GA and Anthony Clark "Tony" Hicks and wife, Jeany, of Wake Forest, NC; granddaughters, Allison O'Kelly Laney Harris and husband Steven, and Grayson Sierra Hicks, and Bailey Rose Hicks; grandson, William D. "Trey" Hicks, III; two great-grandchildren, Luke Evan Harris and Josie Clark Harris; brother, Harold C. "Joe" Hicks and wife, BJ; nephew, Thurston Hicks and wife, Tina; and niece, Julia Langston.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Patricia Pendergraft Hicks, who passed away this past November.
The family will receive friends Sunday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pruitt Health Hospice, 902 West D Street, Suite B, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
We are saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was a fine man we enjoyed talking with at First Baptist and admired his faithfulness in attending church when we knew his vision was an issue. We will always remember Pat's sweet smile and her eagerness to stand with him, keeping his life as normal as before his vision started to fail. God bless each of you children and family members as you say goodbye to this fine man. We can take joy in knowing he and Pat are together, fully healed and enjoying the fruits of Heaven. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers. God bless each of you.
Myron & Debbie Horton
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing...My prayers are with the family...I appreciate the friendship Bill and I shared over our work, community, and personal life. He is missed.
Jim Riddle
Kimberly, Dan and Tony, I'm so sorry to learn of Bill's death. He was such a fine fellow and was so helpful to me both through work and help with our scouting program. He was a blessing to everyone he came in contact with.
Ed Guest
We are so sorry to hear about Bill. Both of us worked with Bill at Fieldcrest Cannon, and were proud to call him and Pat friends. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family.
Tommy and Mary Lea Land
This condolence is from Walter Montgomery, my Daddy. Bill you was a good person and a great person to work for.
Kay Holliday
Danny,Debbie, and Trey,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved father and grandfather, may he rest in eternal peace. May you and your family members find comfort in his reunion with your mother.
Blessings always, Steve and Anise Bailey Alpharetta, Ga.
Stephen and Anise Bailey
Family, I am so saddened to hear of the passing of my friend, and your loved one. I was thankful and blessed to call both Bill and Pat my good friends for over 35 years. Bill will be missed and remembered fondly by all who knew him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you, praying that God will give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Larry Patterson
Kimberly, Dan and Tony. I was so sorry to hear about Bill. He was such a kind man that loved his family unconditionally. I worked for him at Fieldcrest and whenever he spoke of his family there was always this smile on his face. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you, praying that God with comfort you during this most difficult time. Love in Christ! Jan
Jan Fretwell
Please accept our sympathy, respect and prayers offered for your comfort.
W. Jerry Garrett, Jr., Christopher H. Garrett and Ellen
Mrs. W. Jerry Garrett, Sr.
I was sad to learn of Bill's death. He & your mother were so close; it was sweet to see them together. She would drive him to the post office and it was his job to walk in to fetch the mail from the box. She kept him active and involved; she brought him to Border Book Club on occasion when the program was one he would enjoy. Peace & sympathies, Carol Melvin
Carol Melvin
Kimberly, Dan, and Tony---
The Groseclose Family sends our deepest sympathy. Your parents were
wonderful friends over the years and a beautiful couple whose devotion
inspired so many. How comforting for you to know that your father is no
longer suffering! Such a special man! May he rest in peace. . . . . . .
Martha
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