Photo courtesy of Martin Funeral Home - Warrenton
Warrenton, Missouri
Dec 6, 1938 – Jun 12, 2023
Darryl L. Hicks passed away on June 12, 2023 after a brief illness. He was 84 years old. He was an attorney in Warrenton, Missouri since 1963. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri on December 6, 1938. His parents were Rev. Arthur R. Hicks, a Baptist Minister, and Marie Hicks. In 1959 he was united in marriage to Shirley Hicks, nee Ruggles. One child was born to this union, Tadd Hicks. Mr. Hicks attended high school in Jefferson City, Missouri and graduated from University of Missouri in Columbia in 1960 and obtained his law degree from University of Missouri School of Law in 1963. He moved to Warrenton and was admitted to the Missouri Bar that same year, and became associated with long-time attorney, Alvin H. Juergensmeyer, in the practice of law.
Mr. Hicks served as Prosecuting Attorney for Warren County from 1967 through 1974. He served as city attorney for Marthasville from 1967 to 2008, city attorney for Wright City from 1984 to 2009, and city attorney for Warrenton from 1985 to 2006.
He also served as attorney for the Warren County and Marthasville Ambulance Districts, and the Warrenton, Marthasville, Jonesburg-High Hill, and New Florence Fire Protection Districts.
He was a long-time member of the Warrenton Chamber of Commerce, serving as its President in 1966; a member of the Warrenton Rotary Club, serving as its President for the 1975-1976 term; and a member of the Warrenton Lions Club, Warrenton Jaycees, and the Warrenton Elks Lodge.
Mr. Hicks served on the Board of Directors of The Missouri Bank since 1980 and was Chairman of the Board since 1998.
Mr. Hicks was active in other community organizations and was one of the three co-founders of Booneslick Charities in 1995, which has been responsible for providing thousands of dollars to other local charities.
Mr. Hicks and his wife were well traveled having been inside the Kremlin, the Eiffel Tower, the Coliseum, Buckingham Palace, the Great Wall of China, and on an African Safari.
Mr. Hicks is survived by his wife, Shirley Hicks, son and daughter-in-law, Tadd and Carin Hicks, grandchildren, Maddison Hicks Bridenbeck (Lukas Bridenbeck) and Nathan Hicks, great grandson, Otto Bridenbeck, and brother, Kent Hicks. He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandparents, Marion and Bertha Lenox, and Alfred and Ida Hicks.
Visitation will be held at Martin Funeral Home in Warrenton, Missouri on Friday, June 16, 2023 at 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at Martin Funeral Home in Warrenton, Missouri on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 10:00 AM, with burial in the Warrenton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Warrenton Elks Club (#2662).
Darryl.what can i say.a very compassionate man.but some times you got it wrong and the damage was done.but you did realize mistakes and took it to heart.may your son and your grandchildren. Carry on your compassion!!!
May 03, 2024
I had been planning for months to call you.Such a loving and kind man.I waited to long.Just saw this sad news.Always a place in the hearts of the ones who loved you.
Sandra Eaton
December 24, 2023 | Memphis, TN | Friend
Mr. Hicks was my landlord. He took a chance on me and I thank God for his kindness. He was a good landlord and a pillar of the community. I know that he is with Jesus and someday I'll be there too. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Michele Hendon
December 22, 2023 | Warrenton, MO | Acquaintance
Darryl hicks helped me out in a divorce, while he was skeptical of me a first, he did his job and in the end it didn’t end in my favor. The personal message Darryl sent to me has carried me throudh the years..Darryl knew the truth and showed me kindness in recognizing what the truth was. Good lawyers don’t always win.thank you Darryl for being so kind and seeing the truth.
September 23, 2023
Shirley and Tadf, so sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers to you both. Stay strong and look to Jesus. He will guide you. Remember the Sunday teachings you taught us, Shirley, you will find strength.
Candy Bass Perez
August 09, 2023
I consider myself fortunate to have known Darryl for many years. He was a great credit to the legal profession, and I enjoyed several opportunities over the years to be in his company. My condolences to his family.
Jeff Schaeperkoetter
August 04, 2023 | Work
I met Daryl in the 1940’s when he would stay at his grandma and grandpa’s next-door to us on Swan Avenue in St. Louis. He became more than a visitor he was a part of our family and all the neighborhood kids love being with him. We all have great memories of our early years on Swan and still see some of the old Gang, unfortunately the numbers are dwindling. We all loved Daryl and the Hicks and Lenox families.
Ray(Doc) Prosperi
Ray Prosperi
June 20, 2023
Daryl was my landlord.he was always kind and helpful .he always made sure thinngs were running properly and quick to get it fixed if there was a problem.he was also a friend to my father Lester (a brother elk).and a wonderful pillar of the community who will be greatly missed
Tina Heidbrink
June 17, 2023 | Warrenton, MO | Acquaintance
Dear Shirley and family. So Sorry for your loss. He was a great man, and will be missed not only at the Elks Lodge but throughout our community. Our thoughts and prayers be with you.
To our absent member!
Orville & Delores Ruether Donna and Kim.
June 17, 2023 | Friend
