John HICKMAN

HICKMAN, John Marshall

Age 72 of Dayton, passed away on September 16, 2021. Preceded in death recently by his loving wife, Peggy Hickman; and parents James and Mary Hickman. He is survived by his son Matt Hickman (Debbie); daughter Michelle Hickman; grandchildren Ryan and Layla Hickman, and Anya Broyles;

sister Deb Kemp (John); brothers Bill Hickman (Carol) and Jim Hickman (Kathie); and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family members. John was a Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, and was a member of the Miami County Gem and Mineral Club. Gemology was his life; he and Peggy shared that passion and worked at their craft together. John was an amazing artist and storyteller, a master craftsman in lapidary art, and a silversmith. His generosity lifted all who crossed his path and his greatest treasure on this earth was Peggy. A

Memorial Service will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, October 2, 2021, at Tobias Funeral Home, Far Hills Chapel,

www.tobiasfuneralhome.com. Friends may visit from 1 pm

until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society, https://www.cancer.org.