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Neva Fickling Obituary

Neva Langley Fickling
Macon, Ga- Neva Jane Langley Fickling, born January 25, 1933, died at her home on November 18, 2012. Neva grew up in a typical small American town, Lakeland, Florida. A few years earlier her parents had left the impoverished southern Georgia wiregrass area in a Model T Ford - driving over sandy dirt roads - to seek a better life in the "Florida Boom". Although the boom was short lived, her father Roy Langley became successful in trucking Florida citrus to market and later investing in and managing his own citrus groves.
Neva received piano lessons from the neighborhood teacher (at 7 years old). Neva developed a keen musical interest and begged her parents to acquire their own piano. Her ability increased rapidly, and she began playing for her church services (the Baptist church had no organ) as well as weddings and funerals. She also attended a summer piano gospel music course in nearby Tampa.
However, it was classical music that enchanted her. She enrolled as a music student freshman at Florida Southern College in her hometown of Lakeland. Other activities included the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, campus queen, cheerleader, and sweetheart of Tau Epsilon Pi fraternity. Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia, offered a wide variety of musical studies at that time, and as a sophomore she transferred to the Wesleyan Conservatory as a piano major, studying with Doris Jelks.
That same year, 1952, the sponsors of the Miss Macon contest asked Wesleyan to offer some nominees for the pageant and Neva, along with several of her classmates, were asked to participate. Thus, at age 19 she became Miss Macon, Miss Georgia, and Miss America with piano performance as her talent.
She was crowned Miss America of 1953 and is yet the only Miss America to win all three of the preliminary contests (and the only Miss Georgia to become Miss America). She won the Miss America talent award with her rendition of Toccata by Khatchaturian. One of the judges was the famous New York Times music critic Deems Taylor who admired her "strong left-hand".
Neva left college for a year touring the country with many public appearances, occasionally performing short music programs. After crowning her successor she returned to Wesleyan to continue her studies. She received her degree from Wesleyan in 1955. She continued to perform in public, including events with the Macon-Wesleyan Symphony Orchestra and the Atlanta Pops Orchestra.
During her senior year she married William A. Fickling, Jr. whom she had met two years earlier. After a two-year tour of duty with the U.S. Air Force, the couple settled in Macon and began raising their four children as well as participating in community affairs. Passionate about her God, her husband and family, music and nature and beautiful things, she was a woman of action. Notable among her various activities through the years include Board member and Trustee, Mulberry Street United Methodist Church, Board of Wesleyan College, Board of Georgia Women of Achievement (of which she was a founding board member), Board of The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, Board of The Gina Bachauer Piano Competition, Board of Keep America Beautiful Commission, Chairman, Georgia State Clean Community Commission, Board of Advisors of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia (where an annual "Botanic Musicale" concert is held in her honor), Board of the Macon Symphony Orchestra, Board of the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, Board of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Board of The Georgia Council for the Arts, Council of the Deer Valley (Utah) Music Festival, President, Morning Music Club, President, House and Garden Club, Board of the Macon Museum of Arts and Science, and Board of The Junior League of Macon. And she has been an active supporter of the music programs at both Wesleyan College and Mercer University (where the main performance hall in the McCorkle Music Building bears her name).
Neva has been awarded an honorary Doctorate Degree in Fine Arts by her alma mater, Wesleyan College, and an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities by Mercer University. She is a recipient of the Lady Bird Johnson Award and Woman of the Year Award by Keep America Beautiful.
When the Grand Opera House building was threatened by demolition, she was asked to head a fundraising event (the Grand Topper) which is credited with saving the building, beginning its renovation, and preserving it for posterity. The Grand Opera House is now home of the Macon Symphony Orchestra and hosts a number of events throughout the year managed by Mercer University. The main dressing room is named for her.
While raising her children, Neva neglected the piano. But she returned to her beloved music and began studying with her friend and mentor, Edward Eikner. The well-known teacher at Brigham Young University, Paul Pollei, and the famous performer, Walter Hautzig, also coached her.
Beginning in 1989, she began performing in public again with a series of recitals in Georgia, North Carolina, Utah, Florida and Italy. She has performed as guest soloist with the Macon, Utah, and Benevento, Italy Symphony Orchestras.
Neva has been acclaimed as perhaps America's best example of a piano performer who gave up her music for many years and then returned to match - even to exceed - her prior achievements.
Neva will be missed in many ways by many people as she was committed to her family, church, music, and civic activities, and to her home and garden. She was a nurturing wife, mother and grandmother - "Honey" to her nine grandchildren.
Neva is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, William A. Fickling, Jr., her children, William A. Fickling III (Kerri), Jane Dru Fickling (Dan) Skinner, Julia Fickling (Bryan) Tiller, Roy H. Fickling (Teresa) and her grandchildren Laurie Langley Fickling, Virginia Dru Fickling, William A. Fickling IV, Andrew Fickling Skinner, Glenn Hampton Tiller, Samuel Eli Tiller, Langley Patrick Fickling, William Bryan Tiller and William Hampton Fickling.
Visitation will be Monday, November 19, from 5:00-7:00pm at home, 6300 Rivoli Drive. There will be a service in celebration of Neva's life at 2:00pm on Tuesday, November 20, at Mulberry Street United Methodist Church. Burial will be private. The family suggests donations in Neva's memory to Mulberry Street United Methodist Church, Mercer University Robert McDuffie Center for Strings, Wesleyan College, or a charity of the donor's choice.
Snow Memorial Chapel, Cherry Street, Macon in charge of the arrangements.

Published by The Telegraph from Nov. 18 to Nov. 20, 2012.

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Stig and I remember Mrs. Fickling with such fondness.... I enjoyed working with her as her personal trainer, and admired her energy and enthusiasm for life and her love for her family. At 70, she was committed to her personal fitness and a talented skier! Such a delight to be around, I am thankful to have known her. Our deepest sympathy to the Fickling family.

Joy Jacobsen

January 5, 2013

There are times when the right words just don't exist, but at this sad time, I send my sincere sympathies to the Fickling family. I shall always remember my beautiful friend and classmate at LHS, Class of '50.

Kitten Martin Thompson

December 1, 2012

Janie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a remarkable woman. Ann lally

November 28, 2012

Please accept our deepest sympathies in the loss of one so dear.

Deborah Garcia

November 27, 2012

With Deepest Sympathy. From an old Lakeland high school friend (Class of 1949).

Margaret Langston Badder

November 26, 2012

May G-d Bless and keep the Fickling Family with peace at this time.

Michelle Doyon

November 24, 2012

I will never forget serving Neva at a table in the dining room at Wesleyan on my freshman year. She was a kind and beautiful being both indside and out. Condolences to her family.

Jane Howard-Reinmuth

November 22, 2012

Neva's mother always said to her,"Neva, pretty is as pretty does." My friend, some day we will be together again to sing and play the piano. May god hold each one in her family as they try to let her go. Time passing helps, but we'll all never forget the times we spent with her. Joan Selph Newton Lakeland,Fl.

November 21, 2012

Was sorry to receive an e-mail from a relative in Eatonton, GA, which told me about Neve Janes' passing. He also told me he had just seen the 2013 Farmers and Merchants Bank Calendar, in which there is a photo of her and myself. Eatonton had it's first Dairy Festival in 1953 and I was the Queen. On a light note, men were putting it on and they forgot a crown. When she said "I crown you Miss Dairy Queen", she handed me a very small loving cup. I wonder to this day, which little girl in the court gave up her cup.

Marie Maddox Lewis

November 21, 2012

Janie, Dan and Andrew
What an extraordinary woman your mother must have been. You were truly blessed. Our thoughts are with you while you honor her exceptional life.

Elizabeth Campbell

November 21, 2012

I knew Neva Jane as a neighbor in Lakeland, Florida and as our church pianist at Webster Avenue Baptist Church. She was a great and well liked young lady when I knew her. I'm sure she will be missed by her family and friends.

Larry Bevil

November 21, 2012

for all the fickling family-may God hold you in the palm of his hand and be with mr. ficklng. She will be missed by most of Macon residents.

Barbara Suzanne Stephens

November 21, 2012

We are so sad to hear of Mrs. Fickling's
passing. Our prayers are with you.
Marie and Cleve Cannon

November 21, 2012

Very sad to hear the news about Mrs. Fickling's passing- I was not lucky enough to have known this grand lady- Funny thing, today I was watching one of my favorite vintage game shows, What's My Line- Miss Langley, her name at the time, was the reigning Miss America- I was so touched by her grace, class and, of course beauty, that I wanted to see if she was in films, or, in musical theater- I would have loved to seen her performances, so I researched her name to see if there were any movies or shows I could see her in- So sad to find out she had passed away- Allow me in some small way to extend my sincerest condolences to all her family and friends- I can only imagine how much you all miss her- Sending prayers to her and all her loved ones-

Marie-Elena waldrip

November 21, 2012

Neva Jane was my babysitter in Lakeland and I have many wonderful memories of her from then. Later she had me for lunch at her home during a Macon visit. She also generously recommended my daughter Lisa for Wesleyan. She was unfailingly charming and truly a Southern lady. My thoughts and prayers are with her family in this difficult time.

Susan Upshaw Wannamaker

November 21, 2012

My heartfelt condolences goes out to The Fickling family! Mrs. Fickling was such a wonderful person and so spiritually spirited. I have always been so in total awe of her and all that she displayed to world and what she inspired in others. Her work in charities and for human enrichment in Macon has always spoke volumes about who she was and about what she represented. Her character display was absolutely Peerless. I am honored to have met her. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers. Blessings to all of you!

In His Joy,
Carolyn A. Wright...formerly of Macon, Georgia

Carolyn A. Wright

November 21, 2012

to the fickling family i am so sorry for your loss.Neva was always so kind to me and our family when we grew up with julie and roy. she was so down to earth and understanding.the fickling are a wonderful down to earth family which i think is attributted to neva and the way she carried herself.i will always have fond memories of the time spent with her growing up with stratford family. god bless all of you tom grant

thomas grant

November 21, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Ficklilng family. Mrs. Fickling was a true Southern lady and a class act. She will be greatly missed.

Lori Ugolik

November 21, 2012

May God comfort you in this time of loss. Mrs. Fickling was such an inspiration and role model for us girls at Wesleyan. She was such a beautiful, talented and refined lady. I will never forget her kindness!

Eugenia Posey-Marcos

November 21, 2012

Dear Bill,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have a vivid memory of Neva, her generosity and hospitality, her love of music, her elegance. She lit a room with her presence and she will be sorely missed.
Our deepest sympathy,
Your friends Eugenio, Donatella, Filippo e Clara De Rosa

Eugenio De Rosa

November 21, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mather Stapleton

November 20, 2012

Neva was such a special person in every way. She was in my Speech class and she worked so hard so she would do well in the public eye. Neva Jane was friendly, kind, beautiful, thoughtful, fun, caring, giving, gentle, talented, to mention a few word that describe her for me. She was a very special person in all of our lives.  I am thankful she crossed my path.   

Peggy Campbell Cowan
Class of 1957, Wesleyan College

November 20, 2012

With my sympathy and love to Neva Jane's family; as one of many Miss America volunteers for decades, we all have been blessed to be surrounded by the lovely ladies who have been honored to wear the Miss America crown. I always enjoyed being kept abreast of Neva Jane through friends from Athens, GA, and through the Miss America Organization. Neva Jane leaves us with a wonderful legacy and a challenge to keep the standards high for our program and to provide the young ladies who participate a wonderful experience that will sustain them with happy memories and lifelong friendships. I am honored to be a part of such an organization and dedicate my service in memory of our Miss America's who have passed away. Blessings to the family and I know you will be comforted by friends and family. With special thoughts and prayers,

Jon Ferguson

November 20, 2012

Neva was a beautiful young girl. The Wesleyan Glee Club toured the SE in the spring of 1953 and she joined us in some musical preformances. She was always friendly and it was a pleasure to be with her. Her accomplishments were many, varied and community-oriented and I send my deepest sympathy to her loving family.

Lloyd Flanders

November 20, 2012

I will always remember Mrs. Fickling as being a very smart, gracious woman. May God bless all of the Fickling family at this time.

Jon Martin

November 20, 2012

Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Fickling, my mother and father often spoke with great pride of the time when my father, Frank Russo, as a young Marine, had the honor of escorting her at one of the Miss America events. Having lost both my mother and father this year, I know the pain of losing a loved one and will keep the Fickling family in my thoughts and prayers especially through the holiday season.

Susan Russo Davis

November 20, 2012

DONNIE AND I SEND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF THE FICKLING FAMILY.MRS.FICKLING WAS A VERY SPECIAL LADY.MAY YOU ALWAYS HAVE YOUR MEMORIES.LOVE TO YOU ALL AND MAY GOD BLESS.

DONNIE & GAIL SANFORD

November 20, 2012

DONNIE AND I SEND OUR LOVE,THOUGHTS,AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF THE FICKLING FAMILY.MRS.FICKLING WAS A VERY SPECIAL LADY.MAY YOU ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL OF YOUR SPECIAL MEMORIES.MAY GOD BLESS.

DONNIE & GAIL SANFORD

November 20, 2012

So sorry about your loss. I was a senior in high school when Neva came back to Lakeland, and being a photog student for the Lakeland H.S. I was lucky to have taken several close-ups of her. I have looked for them but haven't found them. If I find them I will post them.

Bob Rambo

November 20, 2012

Although I never knew her personally, she has inspired me for many years. I met her in 1989 while I reigned as "Miss Macon". Her encouraging words and beauty left me star struck, as I was looking at and speaking to a real "Miss America". I will never forget the impression she left on my young heart....one that will continue for the rest of my life as I have been striving to be a role model to my own daughters and other young women in the Miss America program. She will always be Georgia's Miss America.

Chari West Smith

November 20, 2012

Altho I've never had the Honor of meeting Neve Jane Fickling, I feel as tho the world has lost a Truely, Lovely Lady, That will be Greatly Missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Mike & Donna Beasley

November 20, 2012

Dear Bill and family:
We send you our deepest sympathy and prayers. We will miss her glowing smile and kind hospitality.
Adrian and Diane Gnam - Macon, GA

November 20, 2012

Thoughts and prayers to the family from a Wesleyan alum. She was a very special light in the world and it was a privilege to know her.

Rhonda Hambright

November 20, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Gwen Nelson

November 19, 2012

We send our condolences to the family of Neva Jane(Langley)Fickling. We share in your loss and pray for God's comforting presence,His faithful love,and His peace that passes understanding to carry you through.

Kenneth & Eloise Nash

November 19, 2012

She was as beautiful inside as she was outside - and that inner beauty was the most important.

A friend

November 19, 2012

Janie, Dan, and Andrew,

I feel your loss. She was an amazing woman as you are Janie. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family! You are so blessed to have such a close family.
Lu, James and Margaret Worrell

November 19, 2012

Our hearts go out to you as we extend our deepest sympathy. Neva will be sorely missed by all of us. May peace be with you in the coming days. Doris-Wood Alexander

Ted joins me in sending this from his hospital room.

November 19, 2012

My prayers and sympathy go out to the Fickling family. "Miss" Neva was a very special person and will be missed greatly.

Jennie Floyd

November 19, 2012

The Miss Macon Scholarship Association is deeply saddened to hear this news, and we wish to extend our love and sympathy to Mrs. Neva Jane's family. She was a wonderful woman who touched so many lives. We, along with the entire Miss America Organization, will always remember her, not only for her reign as Georgia's only Miss America, but also for her love of, and contributions to, the arts, her community, friends, and family.

Miss Macon Scholarship Assn.

November 19, 2012

I was a classmate at Lakeland High school and always admired her. Please accept my thoughts and prayers in your sadness.

Carol (Trimmer) Carlton

November 19, 2012

Jane,Julia,Roy, and Bill III

I was sadden to have read that Ms. Flickin had passed on yesterday. Being the corporate driver, I had many opportunties to drive her to different functions, which I truly enjoyed. The trip was made enjoyable, because somewhere during the trip she would make a comment on something that would cause both of us to laugh. My prayers goes out to you and your family

James Anderson

November 19, 2012

I wish Miss Neva's family the best. She was certainly a special lady, loved by all.

Eddie Pruett

November 19, 2012

There has never been anyone in my life that I have felt so enchanted by as Mrs. Fickling. She and Mr. Fickling profoundly affected my life by expanding my experiences through travel. My years at Charter are some of my fondest memories in my life, because of them. From New York to London to my beloved projects in Macon to the hospitals from Chicago to California, Texas, to Arizona etc.... the encouragement and trust they showed to me at such a young age as I look back is remarkable. She set the bar for excellence , graciousness, and beauty!on top of that she was charming and coy. I remember her sitting in a bar in New York and she took the piano over and started playing and singing. She was fun too!
My visit with her several months back was precious. I will never forget her hospitality, even then and her precious words of Mr. Fickling, 'I would have gotten sicker earlier if I had known how sweet he was going to be to me.' She was a one of a kind. I will never forget her and appreciate the kindness and opportunities given me by her and the family. She is irreplaceable,but then isn't that uniqueness what made her Miss America! Fondly written from the heart, Teresa

Teresa Breen

November 19, 2012

My prayers go up for the Fickling family. I know that she will be Greatly missed. May God give you Peace, Comfort and Strength during this time.

Chuck Combs

November 19, 2012

The Foster Family

November 19, 2012

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Neva...She was truly a beautiful lady full of love and grace. She has been such an inspiration to me in my life, as I am proud to be named after her in 1954.I take that name with such pride.We are also fortunate to be from the same state..RIP my beautiful friend...God Bless. until we meet again.. Fly with the angels...
Love Neva

Neva Jane White

November 19, 2012

Jane,Julia,Roy and Bill III

I was sadden to read about Mrs Flickins passing on yesterday, Sunday the 18th. Having been the corporate driving for Charter Medical, I enjoyed the time when I had to drive her to her different functions. The trips was alway fun, because she would always say something to make us laugh. She was a class lady and I truly enjoyed being the one to do that. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family.

James Anderson

November 19, 2012

I met her once as a child. We spoke several times through the years. She was very proud of her children. We are cousins. I am sorry I never got to really know her. The Family is very proud of her and her accompishments. My Grandmother , Meriabe Langley, used to tell me great stories of all the cousins growing up in Lakeland. Best wishes and loving thoughts to her family. Rick Langley

Rick Langley

November 19, 2012

The Greater Macon Alumnae Association of Alpha Delta Pi extends heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Ms. Neva Jane. She is a shining star in our history who will continue to light the path for women throughout our sisterhood who aspire to roles of leadership and philanthropy.

Love & Loyally~

Kristen Soles

November 19, 2012

May God be with the Fickling family at this time. Our prayers are with you.

Senator and Mrs Ross Tolleson

November 19, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers sent to the family of Neva Jane Langley Fickling.
Valerie Clemens
Miss Maine Scholarship Pageant Organization

November 19, 2012

Paola , Eleonora and I, were shocked by learning the news about Neva's passing away...especially Paola who met her recently.
In Barletta we still remember her concert Duet together with Edward Eikner and we still keep in our eyes and memories her beautiful smile.
God bless the whole family.
Pasquale, Paola and Eleonora Iannone

Pasquale and Paola Iannone

November 19, 2012

Tho I only met her on a few occassiions, I have known through the years, many of your family members. She was quite a Lady and my prayer for you, is that we will all keep her memories alive and prepare ourselves to meet her again, Macon's loss is truly heaven's gain. May God bless you as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sara Forehand

November 19, 2012

Ms. Neva Fickling was a true Southern Lady. Full of grace and kindness and most of all a tremendous amount of love and pride for her family. Fickling family you all in our thoughts and prayers. She has left an amazing legacy in all of you. It was am honor to know her. Lots of love, Rob, Heather, Callie, and Kate Evans

Rob & Heather Evans

November 19, 2012

Marilyn McNeely extends sympathy to all Neva Janes family as a friend from the Georgia Botanical Gardens Board.

Marilyn McNeely

November 19, 2012

Such memories I still have of the caroling in our old Wesleyan neighborhood and finishing up at the Fickling house for cookies and hot chocolate. The impressions your mother and the other fine women of Wesleyan Woods have made me a better woman and I share some of the same traditions that your mother and others each gave the Wesleyan Woods "kids". Deidre Jones Nelson(Ben and Dana Jones Daughter)

Deidre Nelson

November 19, 2012

The song is ended, but the melody lingers on.

Michael Vitale

November 19, 2012

God must be saying "well done, My good and faithful servant" as He welcomes home one of His most accomplished angels.

What a wonderful life Mrs. Fickling created for her family, friends, and even strangers by sharing her Christ-centered love. Her beautiful smile was always evidence of her delight, especially in her husband, children, and grandchildren.

Mrs. Fickling will be missed in many ways. She was passionate about her faith and her numerous opportunities to share talents and wisdom. She was compassionate, generous, and always gracious; certainly an outstanding Southern Lady.

May fond memories of cherished times together, bring comfort to all members of the Fickling Family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Norma Green

November 19, 2012

Julia & family,
You are in my prayers. Ms. Neva was a
true "southern belle". May your memories comfort you in the days to come.
Susan Godfrey

Susan Godfrey

November 19, 2012

Julia please just know God has a beautiful angel entering into His gate. And also let Sam know his grandmother is in a better place. May God keep each one of your family member in His arm.

Cynthia (formly Dr.Logan office)

cynthia searcy

November 19, 2012

Darlene & Dave Peaster

November 19, 2012

Danny, Janie, Andrew, and the rest of the family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Karen Skinner Lamonds

November 19, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Edd Hancock

November 19, 2012

One of the last true ladies to wear the Miss America crown...you will be missed.

November 19, 2012

For Neva Jane's family I wish you the ability to see what we saw. The supportive, productive, kind and iconic person that she represented to this community. She will be missed, by you certainly, and by us as well. God embraces her now.

Jack Schellenberg

November 18, 2012

I WAS A HIGH SCHOOL CLASSMATE OF NEVA JANE. I WAS AT FORT JACKSON, SOUTH CAROLINA WHEN SHE WAS CROWNED MISS AMERICA.
SHE WAS A SPECIAL LADY TO ALL MY CLASSMATES. SHE WILL BE MISSED, BUT REMEMBERED BY ALL OF US.

LEROY YOUNG

November 18, 2012

A beautiful lady inside and out! Our deepest sympathy.

Anna and Josh Haley

November 18, 2012

My Condolences goes out to the Fickling family in their time of bereavement. I am truly saddened to hear of your loss. I will always remember and love Mrs. Fickling for her kindness and appreciation of life. She was a truly special and unique person that I admired very much. I will miss that beautiful and lovely smile. May she rest in the peace of God.

Evg. Beverly Vinson

November 18, 2012

If you were from Macon and grew up there in the fifties you knew what an iconic person Neva Jane was and what a positive influence she had on the town. My deepest sympathy to her family. May God be with you during this time.

Charles Carter, Columbia, SC

November 18, 2012

I will miss Neva so much; her warmth, her smile, her music, her friendship and support. My deepest condolences to her family!

Nadine Cheek

November 18, 2012

Neva Jane and I started school in the first grade and graduated together, I spent many nights in her home and attended Sunday school and church with her and our families. She and I shared many Sunday Dinners at each others home and kept in touch through the years. I enjoyed some of her events in her home and ranch and meeting her wonderful family. What a blessing she was to many friends and loved ones. My heart goes out to Bill and all her family that she loved dearly.
Many fond memories.
Our Loss and Heavens gain.
Love to all,

Frances Robson

November 18, 2012

Wonderfully sweet woman and a joy to have known. Our condolances.

Matthews Family

November 18, 2012

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November 18, 2012

I'm sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Mrs. Fickling. Prayers for the family.

Bonnie Bushing

November 18, 2012

I have known Neva Jane for 65 years. She was always a lady. She never forgot her friends. She will be missed and remembered fondly. My sympathy to Bill and her family.

Howard Sims
Altamonte Springs, Florida

Howard Sims

November 18, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Anne Skinner

November 18, 2012

Janie and family, We are so very sorry and thinking and praying for you in this time of deepest sorrow.
Ted and Dawn Sparks Shields

November 18, 2012

So sorry we are out of town for Thanksgiving, and will miss Neva's visitation and service. She was so special and valiant. Dr. John Stephens announced her passing at Wesley Methodist on St. Simons this morning. Our love and prayers are with you all.....Lots of love, Anne and George 11-18-12

November 18, 2012

To the Fickling Family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Neva was a true classic Southern Christian lady. She was so nice to work with and graciously offered her time and home to the kids at Mulberry over the years. One of the nicest ladies I have ever met. I am so glad I knew her. Prayers are sent to comfort you and help you during this time of loss. Heaven gained a beautiful angel this morning. God Bless your family.

Nancy Dekle Padgett

November 18, 2012

Gracious lady...great contributor to the arts. Had the pleasure of hearing her perform.
With deepest sympathy.

Naomi Johnson

November 18, 2012

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