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Robert Hickman VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Hickman, 74, died Nov. 18, 2009. He now joins his grandson, Anthony Hickman, who died in 1996. Born in Norfolk, Bob worked for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 80, for 35 years. Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years, Betty Jean Hickman; their four children, Bobby Jr. and his companion Betsy Hunter, Barry and his wife Carol, Terri Dray and Sherri Fuhs and her husband Rick; his grandchildren, Amber, Heather and Amanda; and three great-grandchildren. A memorial service celebrating Bob's life will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 23, at Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. You may visit Bob's memorial and send tributes to the family at www.mem.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Nov. 21 to Nov. 22, 2009.

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Gus,Lee,Judy,Juan,Gladys & Kitty

November 30, 2009

To Bobs family;
Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Bob was a good friend to all here at the Barber Shop. He will truly be missed.

Prentice Tuck

November 24, 2009

To Bobs family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult and trying time. May you find strength in the lord Jesus Christ.

Gloria Anne Hickman/Peyton

November 23, 2009

So very sorry to hear of my cousins passing.May the God of all comfort be with all of you at this very sad time.Plese remember what is stated in the Bible at Romans6:23.This scripture is there to comfort you.All my love to all.Gloria

November 23, 2009

I will be thinking of you all today and remembering fun times with the family.
Holding you up in prayer...
Karen Lorkiewicz Clements

Tom, Pam & Jessica

November 22, 2009

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Hickma family during this difficult time. We pray you can find comfort knowing he will no longer suffer. I know he will be greatly missed.
Love The Mueller's

David Brewer

November 22, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Bob was a great guy who always had a kind word for me.I will miss seeing him around.

November 22, 2009

Our deepest sympathy and prayers. We think of you often.
Fondly,
The Shockley Family
Rick, Maryjo, Ricky, Chris and Alex
West Palm Beach, Florida

November 21, 2009

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

Ray Chute

November 21, 2009

Bob was like my 2nd father, Betty, my 2nd mom. Their family always made me feel welcomed in their home. I am blessed to have known him and thank him for the great times and memories of camping and eating crabs. I will miss him and keep the rest of you in my thoughts and prayers.

November 21, 2009

Dear Hickman Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Bob was a good man and a good friend. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and our prayers.

Bob & Lin Booth

Lynne Vaughn

November 21, 2009

To my dear Virginia Hickman family, May God Bless you all, your Florida Hickman family sends their condolences. May fond past memories ease your suffering.

Love Lynne

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