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A Celebration of Robert’s life will be held Tuesday, January 25, 2022, 12:00pm, in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 11:00am until the time of the service. Entombment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park in Racine, WI.
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Racine, WI – Robert Leon Hicks Sr., age 88, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Ascension All Saints in Racine, Wisconsin. He was born in Maury City, Tennessee on February 28, 1933, to the late Leroy and Florence (nee: Koonce) Hicks.
On November 28, 1953, Robert married the love of his life, Lula M. Thurmond and they were blessed with 56 years of marriage. Sadly, Lula passed away on February 6, 2009. In April of 1956, at the age of 23, Robert moved to Racine with his family. After receiving his high school diploma, Robert worked numerous jobs. Later, as time went on, Robert was employed by Webster Electric (Danfoss) Fluid Power Company. He worked there for over 25 years. After his retirement from Webster, Robert was then employed by InSinkErator (Mahler) Company for 19 years.
Robert spent most of his life working and taking care of his family. He was very dedicated to his wife and children. He loved taking his annual trip every July for family gatherings in Tennessee.
Robert was a very proud man. He was a great husband, dad, grandfather, uncle and brother to all. He was well-known for his unique style of dressing. Robert was named after his dad’s twin brother, his name was also Robert.
Robert was also an active member of the Second Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed singing in the male choir and the (community) choir. At age 83, when he stopped working, he spent most of his time with his family. He enjoyed watching his favorite basketball team “The Milwaukee Bucks”. He was surely a true fan, even if they lost a game.
Robert also enjoyed watching Steve Harvey’s “Family Feud” and old western TV programs. He loved listening to the old blues and gospel songs late at night.
Robert is survived by his four daughters; Cassandra (Rayford) Milton, Shirley A. Hicks, Vickie (Carl) Robinson and Sharon Y. Hicks, all of Racine, WI; his eleven grandchildren; Narkisaj Hicks, Kiyoa (Joseph) Berryman, Roneasha T. Payne, Untaurus Milton, Lamar (Ambria) Hicks, Shacarla (Francisco) Robinson Garcia and Keyshaun T. L. Hicks seven great-grandchildren, one sister, Lucy Curtis, five sisters-in-law; Barbara Hicks, Beverly Hicks, Annie Hicks, Eula Strayhorn and Ruthie Jacox and one brother-in-law Otha B. Thurmond and a special friend Alice Poole
In addition to his parents and wife, Lula, Robert is preceded in death by his son, Robert Leon Hicks, Jr., two sisters; Opalene Smith and Rebecca Johnson; one sister-in-law Loraine Morgan; three brothers; Curtis E. Hicks, Walter Ray Hicks and Thomas L. Hicks and seven brothers-in-law; Amos Smith, Leonard Johnson, Sr., Willie Curtis, Charles Helen, Joe W. Thurmond, Charles Morgan and Willie Strayhorn.
A Celebration of Robert’s life will be held Tuesday, January 25, 2022, 12:00pm, in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 11:00am until the time of the service. Entombment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park in Racine, WI.
Stacey Moore & Family says
Condolences to the Hicks family
Reverend David R. Green/Gregg Chapel says
Mr. Hicks was such a great man, in a quiet way. I considered him to be such of good example of a man who took care of the family and home God gave Him. I also felt welcome and secure visiting in his home with him, Mrs. Hicks, and his children. We go back many years to my teenage years of working with his son Robert Jr, at the Journal times, and becoming close to the entire family. I have fond memories of Mr. Hicks coming to Gregg Chapel singing with the Male Chorus of Second Baptist. That meant so much to me. He embraced my life well. I know he may seem absent now, but I know he is present with the Lord! Please know that myself and the Gregg Chapel CME Church family uplift you in prayer for peace, strength, and hope.
Pastor Della Jane Buckley says
RIH Brother Robert!
josephine shannon says
My condolences to the hicks family
Grandson Tay says
I just want to say that i cant belive that this day had to come, i was no perpared for this day. In my head i fhought you was goona be here forever but i know that wasnt true. I love you so much big dad and I want you to never forget it. Ik that you will always be with me and my mom in ohio and I will always remeber you. I hope you rest easy and i love you Big Dad
The Hasan Family says
The Hasan Family extends our heartfelt condolences to you all. May THE LORD extend HIS soothing mercy and comfort. It is our prayer that your loved has been admitted to G-D’S PARADISE! Amen💕
Liz Hicks and family says
To the best father in law I could ask for. He was always so polite and kind whenever I was around. He was also a very good grandfather to his grandchildren. I’m going to miss Mr. Hicks dearly. Rest in peace.
Wally Ross says
Bob and I worked together in the early ’70s as “rent a cops” part time. I remember him as a really good and gentle man. Racine is losing a special guy.
Brenda Allen says
My condolences to the family of Mr Hicks
Steve and Sherry Morgan says
We will hold dear in our hearts memories of Uncle Robert and Aunt Lula Mae at family gatherings in Tennessee and Kentucky.
God Speed,
Steve and Sherry “Shirl” Morgan
Lena McWhorter & Ilena Cobb and family says
My Condolences to the Hicks Family, may God cover you in your Healing and pain with love and understanding that he is good now and with the love of his life and his son, and he is good👣💙😇
The McGee Family says
My condolences to the Hicks family praying comfort and peace to you at your time of sorrow.
Roneasha Payne says
To the best bigdad/Papi a girl could have. You was my hero in every way. Life on earth will not ever be the same. You will be missed
Sara Hicks says
My condolences to the entire family! Although I only knew big dad for the last 10 years, I always loved sitting and visiting with him. He was such a quiet old soul and I loved that about him. He will always be remembered and cherished. Sending love n prayers to you all.
Lillian Boykin and family says
So sorry for your loss praying for the family!
JOSEPHINE WILLIAMS says
My deepest condolences to the Hicks family my prayers goes out to you I will truly miss Mr. Hicks our families go way back God is Able to bring you through this Strom much love to you all God bless. Rest in peace 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Willie & Hattie Campbell says
To my Cousins,
As Uncle Robert journey through life, he left footprints of love and kindness, courage and compassion, faith and joy. Even when he is no longer with us, his footprints left behind continues to inspire us. Praying God will comfort & care for all of you; while you celebrate the great legacy of Uncle Robert that lives on.
With Sympathy Your Cousins Willie & Hattie Campbell
Carol Tucknott & Family says
My deepest condolences to the Hicks family I’ve known Big Dad for about 22yrs. I remember when I first met him I had just givin birth to his great grand child Donivan Maurae Hicks I was so shy but he was so nice and caring made me feel just like family and every time I seen him after it was nothing but hugs and love may you RIP Robert you will truly be missed
Anonymous says
To the Hicks family from the Scott family you have our condolences and I prayer the Scott Scott’s family
Anonymous says
To the Hicks family from the Scott family you have our condolences and I prayer the Scott family
The Scotts says
To the Hicks family from the Scott family you have our condolences and I prayer the Scott family
Letha R. Chattman says
Since sympathy and love for the Hicks family. Mr. Hicks will always be remembered for is cool style of dressing
and demure to singing in the male choir. He always was supportive to the music ministry. Blessings to his family during this time.
Tay says
Hey big dad I jus wanted to say that your family had a nice funeral and you looked very nice. Hope you rest easy and you will never be forgotten.
Love you 💞🙏🏾
Brenda Allen says
Hicks family So sorry for your loss! Please accept my condolences mr Hicks was a very decent person my he rest in peace until the resurrection.
Janice(Smith)Swift says
To the Hicks Family, You have my sincere condolences. May God keep you through this time of mourning. I enjoyed coming to your house when Shirley and I were going to Park. I loved your family. I am also sad that Robert, your brother, passed on sometime in the past. God bless each one of you. I love you.