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Ms. Catherine Elizabeth Hickman
1982 - 2012
Ms. Catherine Elizabeth Hickman
1982 - 2012
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BORN
1982
DIED
2012
Catherine Hickman Obituary
Shreveport, LA- Funeral services celebrating the life of Catherine Elizabeth "Beth" Hickman, 30, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 in the chapel of Centuries Memorial Funeral Home. Officiating will be Bro. Tom Carlton and Bro. Wayne DuBose. Interment will follow at Centuries Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home.
Beth was born on March 15, 1982 in Shreveport, LA and passed away on April 12, 2012 in Houston, TX. She was a member of Grawood Baptist Church in Keithville, LA. Beth received a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Sciences from LA Tech. She loved her family but most especially her nephews. God gave Beth a servant's heart and she was a very giving and caring person. Nothing pleased her more than caring for her grandparents. She enjoyed traveling and her favorite place to go was the beach. Beth loved all different genres of music and appreciated art. She enjoyed the outdoors and spent time fishing as well as boating. Beth was a very independent woman.
Preceding Beth in death was her father, Lewis Perry Hickman, Jr. and maternal grandfather, Daniel G. Ross.
Left to cherish beautiful memories of Beth is her mother, Mary Ross Hickman of Shreveport, LA; brother, Ross Hickman and wife Angie of Arcadia, LA; paternal grandparents, Lewis and Earline Hickman; maternal grandmother, Melba Ross; aunts and uncles, Robert and Pam Ross and Ronald and Elizabeth Hickman; cousins, Ben and Carmen Ross. She is also survived by her 2 special nephews, Aaron and Carson Hickman.
Honoring Beth as pallbearers will be: Franklin Baxter, Steve Baxter, Tommy Clark, Ben Mccullough, Mike McCullough and Tyrone McVay.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorials be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1701 North Beauregard Street Alexandria, VA 22311 or St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place. Memphis, TN 38105.
You may offer condolences and sign the on-line guest book visiting www.centuries memorialfh.com.
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Jeanette,Jamie,Clay and Will Cox
April 19, 2012
My family and I are so sorry to hear about Beth's passing. She was such a happy person and had such a great spirit. I pray that God will bless you and give you peace. I love you all!
Olivia Alford
April 19, 2012
Dear Mary and Ross
Michael and I are deeply saddened by the news of Beth's passing. We regret we were not able to attend the funeral but you must know that you are in our prayers. Love, Olivia and Michael Alford
Kelly Johansen
April 19, 2012
I met Beth 4 years ago through one of her best friends, Josh. She was a one of a kind woman with a great sense of humor and love of laughter and good friends. I had not seen her in a while, but I'll definitely never forget her. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. She was a wonderful person.
Carolyn Brumley
April 18, 2012
What beautiful testimonies to a precious young woman! Beth was radiant and touching hearts as a little child...and I see she didn't change! Mary, Ross and family, I am remembering you in prayer.
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Ashley Farley Coffey
April 18, 2012
Mrs. Mary and Ross:
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Beth and I playing together at Mrs. Ross's house and at church. I'm sorry I couldn't get up there for the funeral but please know that you guys are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. We don't always understand why things happen they way they do sometimes but we know God has a greater plan for our lives and we can find hope in the fact that we will one day see her again and share eternity with her in Heaven. What a glorious day that will be!
April 18, 2012
What a sad day to know she has left this earth at such a young age. She was always working towards excellence in her field and touched many lives through her kindness and genuine care for others. We will deeply miss her.
Cindy Kloster (Baton Rouge, LA)
Helen
April 17, 2012
I had the privilege to interact with Beth several times at work. Although I did not know her well, her kindness and thoughtful spirit made a huge impression on me and I am deeply saddened by her passing. Beth will truly be missed, but I am know that she will always live on in each and everyone's heart that she has touched by her kindness and gentle personality.
Sandy and Gail Thompson
April 17, 2012
We are so sad to hear about the loss of your loved one. Our prayers will be with you in the days ahead. God`s love will comfort you and memories will be so precious.
Laura Smith
April 17, 2012
She was like a sister to me in elementary school. I'm very sorry to hear of her passing.
April 17, 2012
We are unable to be with you at this time of sorrow. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with the family of Beth. Lynette Harper x& Ruby Wyatt- members of GBC.
Judy Pate
April 17, 2012
Beth was such a sweet young lady and what a great smile she had everytime you saw her. Beth loved to laugh! When she worked at LSUHSC, she worked in the medical school a floor up from me so I would see her fairly often. I was saddened to hear about her and am sorry for your loss.
Catherine Rase´Eiswerth
April 17, 2012
Mary,Melba,Ross&family....We are unable to be with you at this time of great sorrow. Please know we are with you in spirit,prayers & love. Beth was such a delightful, caring, & loving young woman. We will miss her. You are in our thoughts....Catherine,Gene,Mark,Ann,Kristen,Katie and Lori,Paul,Aidan&Brannon
Sandy Erwin
April 17, 2012
Dear Mary and Ross,
I was so saddened to read about Beth's homegoing. Mary, we went to Grawood with you'll. Beth is such a beautiful, precious young lady. May your memories of her be as happy and funny as she was. Always smiling. That's how we will recognize her in Heaven. Remember- this separation is only for a little while. Then we will all be together forever- where there will be need for the Sun because The Son will light our paths. He who hath the Son hath Life... Comfort each other with your precious memories.
April 17, 2012
April 17, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Beth at LSU. She was a great friend and so much fun to be around. I will truly miss her and her beautiful smile!! May God bless and comfort you and your family. Much love to you all.
Reneau Youngblood
April 17, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Beth at LSU. She was a great friend and so much fun to be around. I will truly miss her and her beautiful smile!! May God bless and comfort you and your family. Much love to you all.
Debbie Bothel
April 17, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Beth's passing. I teach at Caddo Career & Technology Center where she was a student while in high school. She was a wonderful young lady that we remember fondly. I know she is in a better place, but will be greatly missed. God bless Beth and her family.
Frances Walker Carter
April 17, 2012
Mary, Ross, and Aunt Melba; I like to remember Beth as the girl who bubbles over with energy and happiness. She was always happy, no matter where she was or who she was with. I remember her (abt. 4 /5 yrs old) explaining to my teenage daughters about the happiness of a horse. "They have personalities and feelings just like people only they have four legs." She looked at life in that joyful way. May each of you cherish a part of her life in that way remembering the happy, fun loving girl she was. Ross, I guess your boys have to step up to the plate now and continue spreading that love she so graciously shared. We will continue remembering all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Falkenberry-Whitfield
April 17, 2012
My deepest sympathy for Beth's family. My heart was broke when I heard the news. I worked with Beth 8 years ago and I still think of her often. She was an amazing, beautiful, and caring lady. She was the bright spot in my life when I was going through some tough times. I know one day we will see her again.
Kelly Peyton
April 17, 2012
Bethal is what we called her at Southern Hills Animal Hospital... She was an amazing person with the biggest heart. She could always put a smile on my face no matter what. She will be missed dearly. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss.
Angela Dooley
April 17, 2012
Beth and I worked together and went to lunch together often. She was an incredible person and I will miss her so much.
April 17, 2012
Casie Karevicius
April 17, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Beth's passing. We always had so much fun at church functions. She was one person I looked for everyday at LSUS. She was such a funny and caring person.
April 17, 2012
Lana Clark
April 17, 2012
God will see you through this. I don't know his plan. We just have to trust him. She is not hurting anymore. It is the ones left here that hurt. I will miss her. Love you, Lana
Lanora Holler
April 17, 2012
Mary and Ross: My family and I are so sorry to hear the news about Beth. Beth was a vibrant and loving young woman who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is now in Heaven with her dad, laughing and having a good time. Our Heavenly Father has promised to never leave us. He is still on His throne and in charge. One day you will see your beloved Beth (and Lewis). Remember her smile and her laugh as she would want you to be happy. We love you and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Lanora and Gary
Cheryl Reed
April 17, 2012
May God give you the comfort of His Holy Spirit to keep you and to sustain you during this time of loss. Celebrate Beth's memory knowing that you will see her again. With deepest sympathy, Cheryl and Denny Reed
Cheryl Reed
April 17, 2012
Mary, Ross, Aunt Red, Uncle Frenchy, and all other family members,
Denny, Tambry, Sammy, and I are so sorry about the loss of Beth. I am especially sorry that you, Mary, are going through such a sad, sad time--an unexplainable time--with the loss of Lewis, now Beth. Please know that God is in control and that the comfort of His Holy Spirit will sustain you. Seek Him in this and know that He will be with you. Our prayers go out to all of you and for all of our family, as we have lost four of our loved ones in one year, LaVerne Reynolds, Murline Bass Gates Jordan, Lewis Hickman, and now Beth. May we, as a family, continue to seek the Lord's will for our lives and praise Him in all things. We celebrate the life of Beth, and we know that the circle will be unbroken---by and by. God be with you, Mary. Our deepest sympathies and our prayers for your comfort in this as only the Lord can give. Cheryl Reed
Lanora Holler
April 17, 2012
Mary and Ross. My family and I were so devastated to hear the news about Beth. It was just so shocking to us; she was such a vibrant and loving young woman. I know this will not be an easy time for you but rest in the assurance that you will one day see her and Lewis again. God gives us that promise through the shed blood of His son Jesus. Beth is in Heaven with her dad now and don't you know they are having a blast, laughing and enjoying a merry time. Even though we are left behind to mourn, we will always think of Beth with a smile on our faces as we fondly recall the memories we have of her. We love you guys and we are so sorry Mary and Ross. Love, Lanora and Gary
April 17, 2012
Mary and Ross, Ken and I were both saddened to hear of Beth's passing. We will remember your family in our prayers.
Justin Jeffus
April 16, 2012
I am so sorry to learn of your loss! Beth was a dear friend of mine in elementary and middle school. She had such a great spirit! I will truely miss her. Much love to the family and friends!
Beth Hewlett
April 16, 2012
Mary, so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family with much love and comfort in the days ahead. Miss seeing you at Kroger.
Mary (Kathy) Bacle
April 16, 2012
I would also like to add that Beth had made a tremendous impact on my life. She taught me the power of prayer as a young child. I remember when I was around 10 years old, Beth told me to pray every single night. Ever since that moment, I have made a commitment to pray to the Lord each and every day. She had such compassion and loving kindness for both humans and animals. My love for horses developed the day she let me ride Red, and I eventually learned to love cats after spending time with Samson, Ariana, and Delilah. I love Beth with ALL MY HEART, and I hope to make a positive impact on people's lives the way she did.
June Boone
April 16, 2012
Beth will be greatly missed. She was loved by everyone who new her. I pray that God will send peace to you and Ross and the whole family. I wonder why things happen , but I know that my God has it all planned out. We just have to accept it even if our hearts are breaking and our minds can't understand. Our God is in control. We love all of ya'll
Mary (Kathy) Bacle
April 16, 2012
My memories of Beth will stay with me for the rest of my life. I wish I could have had the opportunity to live with her after graduation, but I know God had other plans for her. She was such a a funny person, and was always so positive! I really admired many qualities about her. Her words have motivated me and kept me strong throughout college. I am in deep sorrow that I cannot physically be there for my family. I will continue praying for healing and peace. I love you all, God Bless.
Ashley Whited
April 16, 2012
She was such a sweet and giving person. She will be missed.
J Nunnally
April 16, 2012
I am sorry to learn of your family sorrow. The death of a loved one is painful. If I may, I'd like to share scripture found in your Bible that may comfort you in some way. Please take a moment to read John 6:40, 44, Ps. 36:9, 37:29.
Ruth Hickman
April 16, 2012
I'm so sorry that I can't be with you and your family. I pray that your memories of Beth will keep your heart warm. May God Bless You All,
Jennifer Watson Edmiston
April 16, 2012
All of my memories of Beth are of us laughing and joking around. She was always such a happy, joyful person. She had such a giving heart and I always remember how much she loved animals. I pray her family finds relief from this pain, but I know heaven is welcoming her with great big arms.
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