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Dr. Arthur Fernand Hickham Sr.

Dr. Arthur Fernand Hickham Sr. obituary, Covington, LA

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Arthur Hickham Obituary

Dr. Arthur Fernand Hickham Sr., a retired dentist of Covington and New Orleans, LA passed away on Monday, October 19, 2015. Art was a graduate of Jesuit High School, LSU and Loyola School of Dentistry. He is survived by his wife, Isabel Louise Albright Hickham; his three sons, Rusty, Patrick and Michael; his four daughters, Clare Collier, Robin Jensen, Marie Wong and Holly Noble; he was preceded in death by his son, Thomas; his parents I.W. and Inez Remanjon Hickham; his three brothers, Wil, David and Jack. Upon graduation, Dr. Art served his country at Fort Polk then practiced dentistry for over 30 years where he was known for his excellence. He served as head of the Peer Review Board for the Louisiana Dental Association for several years. Art had a zest for life until the end, and his charming humor made everyone around him happy. He was an avid traveler, motorcycle enthusiast and LSU fan. He was loved and adored by his large family, many friends and loyal patients. Dr. Art's joyful smile will not be forgotten. Visitation will be held from 9-11am on Saturday October 24, 2015 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, La, with at Funeral Mass to begin at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at St. Louis #3 Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 21 to Oct. 23, 2015.

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Charlie Kurzweg

November 5, 2015

Just heard of Art's death. So sorry to hear. Art was a wonderful man. I will include you guys in my payers.

Bonnie Cook

October 23, 2015

Dear Mike,
I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I met you Dad once many years.
Fondly,
Bonnie Cook

Steve Poss

October 23, 2015

I always enjoyed seeing Art over at Will and Clare's house. He will be missed by so many.

Dan Berlin

October 23, 2015

What a wonderful guy. I'll always remember his infectious smile and the many Orpheus events that we were lucky enough to share. Art, we will always miss you.

James Kiser DDS

October 23, 2015

JoEllen and I had the pleasure of knowing the wonderful Art Hickham. He with Isabel were a great couple and visiting with them was always a joy.
Art and his brother Jack were superb dentists and a credit to our profession.
Warm regards to Isabel and the family
Jim and JoEllen Kiser

October 23, 2015

Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May the Lord give you peace knowing Dr. Hickham is now in His loving arms.

In deepest sympathy,
Marguerite S. Celestin

October 23, 2015

The sad loss of another 1954 Blue Jay.
Blue and White for all the days of life.
Richard Daschbach

Yvonne Gwin

October 22, 2015

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

Ann Hebert

October 22, 2015

Condolences to the Hickman Family. Mr. Art's smile and gentle spirit will be missed by the staff and students at Delta College. Ann Hebert/Delta College Massage Therapy

Kenny Spellman

October 22, 2015

On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I offer our prayers and condolences. The Brothers will say a Mass in his memory.

Kenny Spellman '84
Alumni Director

Maddie and Raul Nunez

October 22, 2015

How we love you,sweet Arturo! Until we meet again! It's not Adios.just Hasta Luego! Arturo...one in a trilion!!!!Thanks for the memories!

Sean Moore

October 22, 2015

My sympathy to Rusty, Mike and the Hickham family. I know how much you all loved your dad and how much he will be missed.

Brooke Jensen

October 21, 2015

You will always live in our hearts and prayers. No one will be able to make me laugh as much as you did with your, sometimes corny, jokes. You will be greatly missed.

Andrea Albright Crawford

October 21, 2015

Arthur leaves an immense legacy of love in his large, beautiful family. He was always a wonderful example of kindness, generosity, and joie de vivre. Mike and I offer our sincerest condolences.

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