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Dorothy Hicks Obituary

HAMPTON, VA - Dorothy Lee Hicks, 85, peacefully passed away on December 21, 2018 at home surrounded by family. She is the wife of the late Simon Hicks, Jr. She is survived by four daughters, Dorothy, Laverne (Ralph), Diane, and Valinita (Wallace); two sons, Simon D. and Simon III; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. A Celebration of her Life will be on Saturday, December 29, 2018 at 12 noon, at the Restoration of Faith Church, 2114 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, Va. The viewing will be 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday, at AGAPE Church, 1309 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, Va.

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Published by Daily Press on Dec. 27, 2018.

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Debra H Perry

December 31, 2018

A true woman of God, I will miss you so much I just talked to you a couple of weeks...you are in heaven now rest in peace I will always love you !!!!

Eartha

December 28, 2018

Words can not erase the loss you feel at this time but,
Know there is one that understands and if you will allow him...... he's there waiting to comfort you with a Peace that will surpass All Man's understanding.
Big Mama is Resting in the Lord!!!
Eartha

December 27, 2018

So sorry to hear about Mrs.Dorothy. The Hicks family have my deepest sympathy. I hope the love of family and friends help comfort you all during this time of grief and sorrow.

Kathy Belsches

December 27, 2018

Prayers goes out to the family. May GOD bless you and keep you close to his heart. Again I'm so sorry for your loss.

Gail Thompson

December 27, 2018

My love and prayers are with you all during this time of grief and sorrow. Mrs. Hicks was a beautiful woman, inside and out, and I will miss her smile and warm words.

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1309 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA

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Restoration of Faith Church

2114 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA

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