Jimmy William Hicks

Jimmy William Hicks, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on May 28, 2026, after a short battle with cancer.

He was born on November 28, 1947 to Lenval and Bessie Mae Hicks.

He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. After returning home he married the love of his life, Eunice Presnell and had 3 children. He worked for Hickory Construction for many years as a mason. He loved the Lord and his family and was always ready to lend a helping hand.

He is survived by His loving wife Eunice, one daughter, April Howell (Kenneth), two sons, Rocky and Jason. Two grandchildren, Heather and Justin Howell. He is also survived by his mother Bessie Mae Hicks, along with five brothers, Larry(Ann), Danny, Ronnie(Brenda), Dale and Steve(Michie) Hicks, and two sisters Barbara Glen and Pam Lunceford(Joe)., along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Lenval Lee Hicks and one nephew Gary Glen.

The family will have a private graveside service on May 31st at the Hicks Family Cemetery In Sugar Grove.

The family would like to give thanks to all the staff at The Foley Center in Blowing Rock for all their kind care during his rehabilitation. and to all of the family and friends who helped during his illness and afterwards. 

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jimmy William Hicks, please visit our floral store.