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Nina HICKMAN Obituary

HICKMAN, Nina 51, of Tucson, went home on Thursday, December 1, 2016. Nina is preceded in death by her sister, Monica Corral Baily; brother, Marshall Corral Jr., and her son, Robert Michael Hickman III. Nina is survived by her husband, Robert Hickman Jr.; her children, Roy Burr III (Melissa); Brianna Hickman (Dominic) and Selma Hickman; her parents, Marshall and Gloria Corral and her siblings, Art Corral (Candelaria) and Chris Corral (Judy). Nina has five grandchildren and six nieces and nephews. Nina blessed this world with her kindness, and her patience. She loved unconditionally and had great passion when it came to educating where she worked for many years with TUSD and served our communities throughout Tucson. She made an everlasting impression on her students and peers. Our lives will be forever blessed because we had her in it. Quote from Nina Hickman before she went home: "tell my family not to be sad, but to be happy. This is not the end but it is only the beginning of my eternal life." Funeral Services will be held on Friday, December 16, 2016 at CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY (South Chapel) 240 S. Stone Ave. Viewing will be from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. with a Rosary recited at 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave. at 10:30 a.m. followed by the funeral procession to the burial site at Holy Hope Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Sabbar Shrine Temple, 450 S. Tucson Blvd., from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Arrangements by CARRILLO'S TUCSON MORTUARY, INC.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Dec. 11, 2016.

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Corina Rivera

December 16, 2016

My sincere condolences to Nina's family and friends. May the lord give you strength in this time of need. RIP my friend.

Liza Barreras Campbell

December 16, 2016

Nina (Momi) i have so many memories growing up in the Barrio with you. Hanging out at Ormsby park, riding the bus to school, you being in my wedding. I know our lives went in different directions but when i did run into you , your smile and kindness was always beaming. I will always remember. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. You will be missed by many.

Jessie Hernandez

December 15, 2016

May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences. Nina was one of a kind and will be missed by many!

December 13, 2016

Sincere condolences to the family and friends in this time of great loss. May the God of loyal love comfort you all during your time of sorrow. Hosea 13:14

Sally Medina

December 13, 2016

The epitome of kindness that we should all practice. I am so fortunate to have known you, Nina. I will miss our lunches, our talks, your funny way of bringing us (Lety and I) up-to-date with everything in your life and your beautiful smile. I'll love you forever. My deepest condolences to the Corral, Burr and Hickman families.

Claudia Gaxiola

December 13, 2016

Nina touched the lives of many. Her legacy is kindness and love and acceptance. She modeled these and even on troubled days, she smiled and comforted others. Many lives are much more beautiful for having known her, mine included. Condolences to her sweet family. She loved you all so much.

Angela Soto

December 12, 2016

o the Hickman family,

I was sadden to hear of Nina's passing. She was indeed a great friend and awesome educator. I had the pleasure of working with her at Brichta and now the TUSD family mourns with you. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you made together. Rest in peace dear friend.

Cynthia G. Moreno

December 12, 2016

My sincere condolences to Gloria, the Corral family and to my nieces who have lost their beautiful cousin. Momi was a great person and such a wonderful teacher. Momi, your students were lucky to have you as their educator & will never forget you, especially my son who was sadden to hear of your passing. You will be missed so much!

Elisabeth Lahrman

December 12, 2016

Life is the greatest gift that God has given us. Death is only a bridge towards eternal life with God. Certainly, heaven is rejoicing for another soul has finally reached his true home. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Elvira Bustamante

December 12, 2016

My Heartfelt sympathy to the Corral Family. Gloria, you and your family are in my prayers . . . Elvira Bustamante

Oscar Romero

December 12, 2016

My sincere condolences to the Hickman and Corral family may the Lord grant you strength during this difficult time. Nina was a very special person and she will be missed by all but never forgotten.

Rick Ruiz

December 12, 2016

Can't believe it? Such a kind and caring friend, you will be missed! May your family be blessed by Gods loving hand and find peace in knowing your with him.

Erica Grijalva

December 12, 2016

My you rest in pice my cuzen momi i love you my prayers go out to the corrals and hikmens frome ERICA GRIJALVA, DIANE GRIJALVA, CARLOS GRIJALVA ALSO FROME ALL THE MADEROS WE LOVE YOU NINA

Veronica Lopez

December 12, 2016

May you rest in peace...May God bless her family & give you all strength during this difficult time.

Sylvia Palacios

December 12, 2016

My condolences to Nina's family. May Our Lord give you peace and comfort. Nina is resting. Sylvia Palacios ine

Sylvia Palacios

December 12, 2016

To the Corral Family: What a beautiful lady! My prayers will be with all of Nina's family. Rest in peace angel! Sylvia Palacios

Manuela Quinteor

December 12, 2016

Nina was such a beautiful and caring soul, she touched my life and the lives of her fellow teachers and students

Patricia Glass

December 12, 2016

I Love You Momi...
God Bless You My Beautiful Friend...

debbie sierra

December 11, 2016

i had a pleasure of knowing you Mrs.Nina Hickman and saddened by your passing but now your up there in heaven,you will always be a Pueblo Gardens Panther forever.love you my sweet friend.

Yolanda Bencomo , Cuaron

December 11, 2016

My love and prayers to all of you I pray that god will help you all through this my heart is just so saddened for all of you my condolences to all of you god bless you all

Evelyn Matus-Delaney

December 11, 2016

Nina, friend, fellow Warrior always such a sweet person so sad to hear of your passing, Bless all the Loving Family you've left behind, we will miss your kindness, may God and Mother Mary Bless you in heaven ❤

Denise Borboa

December 11, 2016

Nina you will truly be missed, you were a great educator and kindergarten teacher for both my girls. God has gained an angel! RIP My Friend!

Rick Bailey

December 11, 2016

love you sister, I'm sorry you had to go so early. My heart is heavy, know I love you and Monica. You both will be my family forever. Rest In Peace together forever.

Guadalupe Contreras

December 11, 2016

Nina will be missed by many, May God give her Parents, Husband, children and grandchildren and siblings strength in this difficult times.

Mary Torres

December 11, 2016

You will be missed..but not forgotten.

barbara bustamante

December 11, 2016

My god what a sad day to hear about you nina.my daughters favorite teacher nina (abrieanna) well you will be missed a lot in sahuarita where we got to meet again in yards sales frys and around sahuarita always smiling when we meet again my god a good angel in heaven . Nina you were loved a lot by your students friends and family . May God bless your family your kids that you were so proud off always talking about them that angel in heaven will always watch over you smiling and to happy for you god bless you Barbara bustamante

Candelaria Corral

December 11, 2016

Nina was a beautiful human being. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with our family. She will be deeply missed.

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