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Corey Hicks Obituary
Hicks served in the 1st Battalion, 66th Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division based in Fort Hood, Texas.
Memories and Condolences
for Corey Hicks
346 Entries
Stew
May 5, 2025
I love you Martinez.
Martinez aka Tina
April 18, 2025
Hey Corey, sorry it took me so long to write, but i just wanted to write and let you know that you´re on my mind almost every day. I regret that I couldn´t save you and that you didn´t get to come home with us or live your life to be an old man. I want you to know that I´m living my life in your honor. I now have four kids, a son and three daughters who I love dearly. Your sacrifices will always be remembered, and I will share your story with my children so they understand the bravery that brought us home safely that day in Iraq. Although we didn´t have much time together and had our differences at first, I know you were a good person who aimed to do your best. I remember that day of clearing the roads, facing many roadside bombs, and how you took charge of everything we called out. You will always be my hero and battle buddy, and I promise to live my life to the fullest in your memory. Rest in peace, brother. I believe we will meet again someday.
P.S. Thank you.
Pete Osmussen
February 12, 2019
After ten years, your name still rings in my memory. You were a student aide for me in my first full year of teaching. You desperately wanted the position and you were such a determined little guy, how could I say no? You always knew the military life was for you and I bring you up almost on a daily basis with my students. I have a "Corey Hicks" chair that bears your name, and it is for you whenever you feel like visiting. You will forever have a place in my class and in my heart.
Renee Walker
June 13, 2015
I'm so sorry for all the lives we lost over there. But you was my son best friend forever he has a tattoo in your menbering covers over his whole back. Got bless you
Hana Xu
May 2, 2015
PFC Hicks, You will never be forgotten.
"Blue Run"- remembrance of Corey on the anniversary of his passing
May 2, 2015 from Germany
December 31, 2014
You was a great friend of my son Ryan Walker even has you on him at all times as a tattoo
May 26, 2014
Corey I think of you often. I am sad that we lost touch, but am so very proud of you. Thank you for helping protect our freedom.
Very proud to carry your flag. Nov. 9th, 2013
Jessie Ferroni
November 11, 2013
I was honored to carry your flag for the Arizona Fallen Soliders in the East Valley Veterans' Day parade on Nov. 9th, 2013. You are forever in my heart.
August 4, 2013
We spent a lot of time in elementary school together. I'm sorry we never finished that book we were writing.
May 8, 2013
This entry recognizes my gratitude for the service and sacrifice of Corey & the recent 5th anniversary of his passing.
jared elizaldi
November 11, 2012
RIP brother never forgotten
Dustin Barrie
June 30, 2012
I am Dustin Barrie and when i was in the 4 th grade i did a current event (you get a news paper article and write a summery ) this was in 08 i was 10 years old I didnt understand and i was going through my notebooks and i found notes on you and i immeditaly and i saw this and had too write this because you are a true hero you gave your life for freedom thank you for giving your life for are amazing country and too your family and friends you lost a hero he may not be here but hes watching over you now .
Peggy Childers
May 2, 2012
To the family and friends of Pvt. Corey L. Hicks:
Always remembering Corey. "Some gave all."
Rachel Sorby
August 18, 2011
Hey kid. Long time. I think about you every day...partially because I never told you I was sorry. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you- You probably already know that. You were the greatest guy. You were so goofy, funny, spontaneous. I remember first meeting you in 8th grade and adopting you as my little brother. Little did I know a year later we would meet again and you'd move high schools for me. You were so passionate about everything you did. I miss you something terrible. I never got to tell you that and this probably isn't any better, but if there is a way to let you know I'm sorry for everything, I am. I love you to death and always will. I hope where ever you are, you're happy, ok and joking around.
Peggy Childers
May 2, 2011
To the family and friends of Pvt. Corey L. Hicks:
Please accept my remembrance of Corey on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
mathew roberts
December 13, 2010
corey my brother i miss ya alot not a single day goes by where i wish that you were standin at my side. you were truely a real brother to me i miss u i wish you were there to stop me when i messed up my life by going to texas for some girl. you would've stopped me with just your words and your advice i miss it. all your advice has stuck with me but sometimes i just need you here standing next to me so you could see that im still fighting but it gets hard without you here . rest well and may the angels grace your prescence with honor and pride and may you always remember that your friends brother will never forget you i love you bro.
December 4, 2010
i was ur battle buddy also we roomed together and had to hold hands in kuwait cause we didnt get along.. we finally got to know each other and found out we had more in common than we thought... i miss the joking around and the stories we told.. much love from haynes!!
May 6, 2010
Lisa Ulrich
May 2, 2010
Dawn it was so nice to meet you and your family today. We will always remember your son PFC Corey Hicks and the sacrifice he and your family has had to endure. You are a beautiful lady and I hope to see you again. Our prayers are always with you. Many Blessings Joe and Lisa Ulrich
SSG Q
May 2, 2010
Well Brother,
It is 2 AM in Afghanistan right now. We are holding the line and we know that you are right here with us in this fight. We will stay the course and we ask for your protection. We will see you soon. Keep a light on for us. You are missed but never forgotten.
Peggy Childers
May 2, 2010
To the family and friends of Pvt. Corey L. Hicks:
Remembering Corey on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
SSG Quidera
April 20, 2010
Well. I guess time has come for me to face what has happened. Corey bro.....well this is Q. or SSG Q. I was your recruiter for the army. I dont know how to begin to say I am so sorry for the loss that your Family has endured. I know I should have wrote a long time ago. I still have the last thing you wrote me in my email. how you were just about to graduate Basic training on the 17th of Jan which is your birthday. You were going to be heading to Ft Hood and you had a great time on Exodus leave. I remember you wanting me to go running with you during your vacation but we both got busy with other things. I know when you passed I was out doing recruiting things and your mother had come to the office....Ma'am...I am so sorry for not being there when your son and your family needed it the most. I know when I came back to the office that day, my station commander asked if I knew Corey and I was all happy and said yeah. he told me you came into the office and looked for me. I told to head to downtown phoenix and talk to the CSM(Command Sergeant Major) when I got there he had told me what happened. I didnt want to believe it that Corey was gone and it was my fault for putting him in the army. I apologize for my role in your Loss. I hope and pray your entire family can forgive me. I am currently in Afghanistan right now....doing a job for the army. I just want you to know that I am doing my best to make his name proud and doing everything I can to make sure no more soldier lives are lost. once again...I know this is late. but I am so sorry. Corey was not just a contract to me. I actually enjoyed his company and had a relationship with him. He will always be my SOLDIER and Brother. and I will never forget him. On this I swear. God Bless you all and Please forgive me for my part.
January 26, 2010
The Marine Corps League has created a Memorial scholarship for Corey at Casper College in Casper, Wyoming. To help complete the scholarship his father, Russel Hicks shot buffalo near Devils Tower Wyoming for a raffle.
The scholarship is by lottery to keep the name of Corey alive. There is no grade point, no resume or financial statement. Any student may apply.
Tickets for half a buffalo raffle are $2 or 3 tickets for $5. The drawing is April 1st. Anyone wishing to contribute to the scholarship program may send a check to:
Veterans Project
818 Sally Lane
Casper,Wyoming 82609
The name and address will be taken off the check and the appropriate number of tickets will be created and deposited in the hopper. Delivery of the 250 pounds of Buffalo, valued at $1500, will be right after the drawing.
Wyoming has 23 scholarships, at all nine Wyoming Colleges for the 23 men with parents; family or wives living in Wyoming. The State Legislature matches up to $5,000 and scholarship created.
Mr. Hicks would appreciate your consideration in contributing to this scholarship.
Semper Fi,
Leo R Sanchez
Commandant Central Wyoming Detachment
Marine Corps League
spc, james letterman
September 2, 2009
to the hicks family, your soldier was a great guy..i went through basic training with him at fort knox..i am truly sorry that you have went thru this tragedy..i think of cory all the time and also use him as a guide to help me teach other enlisted soldiers that are coming into the military..AS FOR YOU PVT HICKS YOUR MISSION IS COMPLETE AND I THANK YOU..
Corey & his Niecy
August 20, 2009
Amber Hicks
June 11, 2009
Corey,
It is still so hard to believe you are gone. We shared so many wonderful memories. I remember when we first met and you were down the street helping Karen and everyone move in down the street from me. The fun times we had in school, at great skate, ect. You will never be forgotten. I know you are a wonderful gardian angel. Tell my grandmother hello for me up there. I love you will always hold a place in my heart :)
Jacob Mentzer
June 10, 2009
Corey and I went to basic together, we were in the same troop and platoon. I remember him just cheering us up when we were all feeling blue. Im going to miss you hicks.
Susan Transon
May 3, 2009
Corey will remain in our hearts always. As the anniversary of his passing has come, please know we are here for the family with much love, strength and support. We are thinking of you. From a proud Military family who supports our brave troops.
Peggy Childers
May 1, 2009
To the family of Pvt. Corey L. Hicks:
Corey gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Chris & Christina Van Male
April 23, 2009
Please know hearts and prayers are with you during this painful time. We will never forget the sacrifice your Corey made for our freedom. He will always be remembered as the hero he is. God bless you.....again, our hearts are with you.
Lisa Collins
April 23, 2009
As the anniversary of the day that Corey left, I wanted you to know that your family is my families thoughts and prayers. May God comfort and keep you wrapped in His loving embrace.
Nancy and Charlie Light
March 26, 2009
Its so hard to believe that in just a few short weeks it will be a year since you were taken from us. I keep waiting for you to walk into family parties and see your smile and hear your laugh. You are greatly and deeply missed and theres not one day that you are not thought of. Keep watching over our family...you will forever and always be in our hearts and we will love you forever.
T Starman
January 9, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences for your loss
Kenna Larra
November 21, 2008
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Robert Bragg
September 24, 2008
I grieve the loss of this young man. I did not personally know him but I am working with his father and his fathers companion in Casper, WY as the Wyoming Veterans Advocate and I feel I have begun to know who Corey was. To his family in Ariz. my deepest sympathy and to Russ and Shannon, my heartfelt condolences.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 21, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Hicks family and friends in the loss of Corey. I did not know Corey, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Corey you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"TO LIVE IN THE HEARTS
OF THOSE YOU LEAVE BEHIND
IS NEVER TO DIE"
~Robert Orr~
Stephanie Rafoss
July 15, 2008
Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
July 11, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pvt Hicks and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 11, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pvt Hicks!
Jean Koeppen
July 8, 2008
I was Corey's 6th grade teacher at Washington Elementary School. After talking with a friend today, I learned that Corey had been killed in Iraq. This has hit me very hard. Corey is my first student who has been killed in this war. I clearly remember Corey in my class. He was funny, bright and creative. I am so sad to discover what has happened. My husband was in Iraq Dec. 2003 - Feb. 2004 and I had a front row seat to the worry and fear of having a loved one in the war.
Thank you Corey for your bravery and sacrifice. I will never forget your 12 year old little face and your smile. You will forever be remembered and honored in my heart. Thank you to Corey's family..his life touched many people.
Love, |
Mrs. Jean Koeppen
Our Soldier Hero RIP 1.17.86-5.2.08
Krystal Michaelson
July 3, 2008
Corey... Only 2 months yesterday. Time keeps going yet it feels like only yesterday :( I miss you cuz.. we all do...
Love you always,
Krystal
JOHN WILBORN
July 2, 2008
Never have I felt so honored than I did yesterday, July 1st, when Corey's folks come by my home to pick up John's Angel I had made for them in Corey's memory...Of the thousands I have made, and are all around the world, seemingly that one had a special meaning to me...Why do you suppose that feeling come to pass---I'm just not wise enough to try and explain....GOD REST YE MERRY GENTLEMEN, WHO LAID YOUR GOOD LIVES DOWN, WHO TOOK THE KHAKI AND THE GUN, INSTEAD OF CAP AND GOWN.....
debbi rivers
June 26, 2008
To the family and parents of Corey I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
Autumn Coley
June 14, 2008
Hi there, I believe my son deployed to Iraq at the same time your son did...he was stationed in Iraq along with your son, while I understand they didn't know each other well, I would just like to extend my most sincere condolences for your loss, and to also thank you as a military family for your sacrifice, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers...thank you from the bottom of my heart for serving our country as a military family, God Bless!
~Autumn~
Proud_Army_Mom
John Wilborn
June 14, 2008
Words seem so inadequate...I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which would attempt to beguile you from a loss so overwhelming. Those words are from a letter to a Mother who had lost 5 sons in our own Civil War...Those words from President A. Lincoln in 1864. I have a John's Angel for you I have made in your Son's memory.... 623 939 6538 Respectfully, John Wilborn
June 13, 2008
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Jack and Ginger Porr
June 11, 2008
Thank you for your service to our country. God be with your family. I have a child getting ready to deploy. She is young also. RIP Corey.
MYRTLE HURD
June 11, 2008
Although I DID NOT KNOW YOUR SON PERSONALLY,I THANK YOU FOR LEANDING HIM TO OUR COUNTRY
AND I THANK HIM FOR PUTTING HIS LIFE ON THE LINE TO PROTECT OUR
COUNTRY I KNOW HE IS NOW IN GODS WOUNDERFUL UNCHANGING
HANDS I PRAY THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU THE COMFORT AND STRENGTH THAT YOU NEED TO GET THROUGH THIS SAD TIME.
MYRTLE H. PHOENIX,AZ
Trish Herrera
June 10, 2008
My heart and prayers to you. I know your heart is filled with both pride and sorrow for your son. A true HERO. God bless all that love and miss him.
Lori Poserina
June 10, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Even though I did not know him personally, I thank you for a brave man who was willing to serve his country in Iraq. I applaud your son.
Linda Cano
June 10, 2008
Another family grieves the loss of a loved one. The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero. May God bring comfort to all of you. Thank you and rest in peace, Corey.
JoAlice Garbrick
June 10, 2008
Although I didn't know him or your family, I still had to write to say thank you for raising a son who would be willing to fight for our country. He is the definition of a true hero!
Deborah Coleman
June 9, 2008
We are thankful for the service, commitment and ultimate sacrifice your loved one performed for us. We acknowledge the pain of your loss and pray that you will find rest.
The entire Coleman family
Cristi Zbella
June 9, 2008
Thank you for your service and scrifice. I pray for healing of your family's grief. God Bless
Gloria Freeman
June 9, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son and loved one. Thank you so much Corey for what you have done for this country. Please know that there is a special place in Heaven for you. Rest in Peace.
Mary Reel
June 9, 2008
Forever a HERO! I am so sorry for your loss. RIP
Richard and Carol Worth
June 7, 2008
Please accept our deepest, most heartfelt sympathy. Our Blessed Mother experienced the most painful separation from Her Son; only to be with him again, forever. Thank You, Lord, for giving us that eternal hope of Glory to come. May Corey walk the Heavens with you, straight and tall and whole. Thank you, Corey, for your great sacrifice. We are praying for all of you. In His Love,
Richard and Carol Worth <(())><
Misty Hines
June 6, 2008
I never thought this would happen to someone I cared for so much. You were the sweetest person alive and you did not desirve this. I will miss you so much. Lots of love to you and your family. muah!!
Misty "Rains" Hines
Joy Alexander
June 5, 2008
I'm so sorry for your loss. I too lost a son at age 22. You can be very proud of the service he did for our country. God bless you all.
K. Arvallo
June 5, 2008
I know GOD has welcomed a True Hero into HIS embrace. May you find comfort in knowing how Proud we are of him, for making this ultimate sacrificed for his country. May GOD Bless you always.
FRANK IRONS SR
June 4, 2008
REST IN PEACE..
THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE..
S G
June 4, 2008
I extend sympathy for your great loss of a brave young man. God bless him for his service to our country.
Cliff Holland
June 4, 2008
I didn't know you in this life, Corey, but I am saddened by your death, grateful for your sacrifice and sorry for the suffering of your loved-ones.
God bless you all.
MJ M
June 4, 2008
May God grant peace to the family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Susan Medlock
June 4, 2008
Our Prayers are with you and your family. My nephew Justin Herrmann had the honor of serving in basic training and Fort Hood with Corey.
I will continue to Pray for you everyday. Corey--God Bless You for the ultimate sacrifice you have made for us.
God Bless all our soldiers. Past and present.
A mom
June 3, 2008
Thank you for your service to our Country young man. RIP
COURTNEY SOKOL
June 2, 2008
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, AND YOUR SACRIFICE... YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN
The Shellard Family
June 2, 2008
Our prayers are with your family. We had not had the honor of meeting Pvt. Hicks, however, we feel as if we do know him and you as our son son is currently serving in the U.S. Marines. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of a very brave young man and a true hero. God Bless
Jeanie Falkenstein
June 2, 2008
I would like to send my deepest sorrow and sympanthy for your loss of a great hero. My son was in basic training and also in Fort Hood with Corey. I had to privleage of getting to meet him at graduation. My son is also in Iraq in the 4th infantry division. Our prayers are with you daily.
Sue Stuart
June 1, 2008
My deepest sympathy.
May 31, 2008
Deeply sorry to the family for your loss.Thank you to all the soldiers.The d.Canez Family
In Memory of Corey ~ (Debra Estep)
May 31, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Corey, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
anna
May 31, 2008
May God hold you close as you mourn the loss of a true HERO.
Thank you Corey for your service to our nation, I am so sorry you had to pay with your life. May you rest in peace.
Ken Stinson
May 31, 2008
My heart felt condolences for such a fine man and a great soilder May god bless you and your familey with peace of your heart
Hero Supporter
May 30, 2008
Pvt. Corey L. Hicks, you are a true hero. Thank you for your part in protecting us all.
Mom & Father Settle
May 29, 2008
To Corey our Son our hero, when you told us you were going into the Army we were not thrilled with the idea. But it was something that you wanted to do and we could not change your mind. For that we are sorry. When you called almost every day we could tell how much you enjoyed what you were doing and how much you enjoyed being with your new Army family.
Even while you were there in combat you were thinking of how not to upset your Mom, you would call me and talk about your fire fights and would not tell her unless I was there to comfort her. We know you joined to make us proud of you and you did we are so proud of you, we never thought we would have a war HERO in our family but we do!
When the two Army officers showed up at our front door on May 2nd we were certian the news was not good but we did not even think it would be that unbearable.
It broke both or our hearts into pieces and it still feels like some are missing. Words can not even explain the way we feel, its like we wake up everyday and a part of us is missing and will never return. Until we see you again one day, we will love and miss you forever son. Jesus has a gunner to protect heavens gates.
To our family, friends and neighbors we thank you with all our heart, thank you for your support, cards, letters, flowers, donations, food, and everything else you have done for us in our time of need.
Michelle Busser
May 28, 2008
All of us at An Elegant Smile Dentistry are horrified to learn of the loss of your son, Pvt. Corey Hicks. We send our prayers, our love and our thanks for the sacrifice that your family has sustained in order to ensure our freedom. He will be remembered as a heroic soldier who fought to protect our way of life. We as Americans are proud of him and will not forget his contribution. We are very sorrry for your loss and pray that God comforts you as he watches over Corey.
Nimrod Thomas Sr.
May 28, 2008
With humility in our hearts to the family of a Great Warrior Pvt. Corey L. Hicks. We thank you for our Liberty and our Freedom, We know that our serviceman and women have a special place with God. May the Holy Spirit comfort you at this very difficult time. Amen
Patricia Valdez
May 28, 2008
My heart goes out to all of you; the loss of a son is so painful. May God comfort you in this time of loss. It is because of Pvt. Hicks and others in the service of our country that we can remain free. Thank you, Pvt. Hicks, rest in the arms of Jesus.
doug settle
May 28, 2008
corey i was so glad to hear you were joining military because i knew it would help you grow into man and it did.then the news came that you had been killed i did not want to believe it but i know now that i will not see you for a long time but i know i will see you again so untill then rest in peace corey! i love you you're uncle doug
tim and dawn i am sorry for the loss of corey i know only time can heal the pain but if you need anything i am hear for you doug
Davey and Julie Ellison
May 27, 2008
I can only imagine the great pain you must be feeling during this time of great loss. Thank you for your sacrifice so that we may all continue to celebrate our freedom in this country. God Bless You!
Sandra L. Bailey
May 26, 2008
THANK YOU SOLDIER FOR MY FAMILIES FREEDOM. I pray God's Love over your family at your absence in their life.
The mother of
Sgt. lst Class
Matthew E. Hatfield
82nd Airborne
The Sullivan Family
May 26, 2008
I came across your son, herein, while looking for an old friend. It is hard to find words of comfort for the loss of a loved one, and although we did not know your beloved son, we send you our heartfelt condolences. We are a military family and feel the loss of every brave soldier. A salute to your son on this Memorial Day.
The Johnsons
May 26, 2008
Although we did not know Pvt. Corey Hicks, we sincerely appreciate his service to this country and the ultimate sacrifice he made for us. Our sympathy and prayers to his family and friends. We will remember him!
Keith Schmidt
May 26, 2008
I salute you Pvt. Corey Hicks.....You are my Hero and a Hero to the United States. Rest in Peace......
Ellen Lafauci
May 25, 2008
Although I did not know Pvt. Hicks, I would like to express my sympathies to his family and thank him for defending our safety and freedom. We will not forget his sacrifice. God bless you, Pvt. Hicks.
DEAN MICHAEL
May 25, 2008
Thank you Corey for defending
our country. RIP
Margaret Davis
May 24, 2008
Your loved one was an American Hero. Thank you Corey for defending
our country. RIP
Valerie Peterson
May 23, 2008
I send my deepest sympathy to all of the PVT. family and friends. I am a mother of Sgt. Willard Peterson that is in Baghdad now for the third time. I trully send you all my love and concern . Valerie Peterson(mother of a Ft. Hood soldier.)
Mark McMaster
May 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I was PVT Hicks Senior Drill Sergeant while he was going through Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, KY. It is a sad day for all of us that wear the uniform and the flag on our shoulder. He was an outstanding Soldier, and even a better man.
brandi jones
May 21, 2008
I am soo sorry for your loss. Everyone is in my prayers and thoughts.
Tom an Army Dad
May 21, 2008
Thank you for your service. You are an American Hero
Nanette A Mom
May 21, 2008
Thank you for your service to our Country. RIP
Rachel Stinnett
May 21, 2008
We are so sorry for the loss of your son, your brother and your friend. We want to thank you for the sacrifice he made to make sure our family stays safe. We will keep him and your family in our thoughts and our prayers. Lots of love, Jimmy & Rachel
Father of Classmate
May 20, 2008
My deepest sympathy to family and friends.
Jim and Nola Manganaro
May 20, 2008
to the family of Pvt. Corey L. Hicks
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, our thoughts and our prayers are for you all at this time of loss, Thank you for raising a man who was so willing to serve, and fight to keep us free. Thank you.
KIM CRONAN
May 19, 2008
we thank you for your son and his commitment to his country we are friends of brenda's and al's and they told us about this our hearts go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow
Michelle
May 19, 2008
To Private Hicks and his family...Thank you.
Jack Tyrrell
May 19, 2008
We honor an American hero--God Bless Corey and his family.
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