Lima, OH
Ricky L. Hicks, age 60, passed away December 14, 2021, at 9:34 am, at Lima Memorial Health System. Ricky was born September 18, 1961, in Willard, OH, to Carl G. and Dorlia J. (Hodge) Hicks who preceded him in death.
Ricky was a high school and college graduate. After high school he joined the U.S. Navy where he served for 4 years on an air craft carrier. Most recently he had been working for Honda in Anna. Ricky was a member of Gold Prospectors Association of America. He loved panning for gold in and around Ohio, fishing, collecting gemstones and geodes and playing video games.
Ricky is survived by his children: Christopher L. Hicks of Lima, OH, Jessica Hicks of Bellevue, OH and Jonathan S. Hicks of Flat Rock, OH, 3 grandchildren: Orion, Cam and Evan and 2 brothers: Robert (Hyong Suk) Hicks of Petersburg, MI and Micky Hicks of Bowling Green, OH. He was preceded in death by a brother, Billy Hicks.
Friends may visit on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 from 3pm-6 pm at the CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL. At the beginning of public visitation there will be military honors provided by the U.S. Navy and the VFW #1275. Burial of cremated remains will be held privately at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Veteran’s Food Pantry. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.