Franklin Delano Hicks, 85, of Uhrichsville, passed away at his home on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Born January 11, 1937 in Smithfield, Ohio, he was a son of the late Thomas Baldwin and Celestine Velma (Stone) Hicks.
A local resident for most of his life, Frank was a retired custodian for Claymont Public Schools where he had served in the Junior High for many years and was a member of Park Christian Church. He loved being outdoors, especially fishing, and also enjoyed woodworking.
On August 11, 1961, he wed the former Mary Ann Wright with whom he enjoyed over 55 years of marriage until her passing on January 5, 2017. They are survived by a daughter, Amy (Bruce) Hillyer; two sons, Scott (companion, Crystal) Hicks and Jason (Karolyn) Hicks; grandchildren, Broc (Jamie) Hillyer, Hillary (Chris) Campbell, Miranda (Allex) Armstrong, and Ty, Hannah, Isabella, Analia, and Jaxon Hicks; and great-grandchildren, Cadence, Connor, Camden, Carter, Emmalyn, Adalyn, and Liam. Frank is also survived by his brother, Allen (Doreen, deceased) Hicks; sister, Bonita (Wes, deceased) Ingland; and numerous nieces and nephews, including Mike Hicks with whom he had been especially close. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters-in-law, Harry and Betty Hicks, Arthur and Carol Hicks, and Owen and Esther Hicks and sisters, Barbara, Hazel, and Vera Hicks.
According to Frank’s wishes, he will be interred beside his beloved wife in Uhrichsville Union Cemetery where Pastor Scot Caley will officiate a private, family graveside service. A public celebration of his life is planned for a future date, and this website will be updated with details when they are confirmed. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity Hospital Twin City Foundation and Crossroads Hospice.
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