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WILLIAM HICKS Obituary
WILLIAM WILEY
A resident of Franklin Park, died on Oct. 5, 2017, at the age of 88 years. Predeceased by his parents, Harvey Hicks and Edith Wiley Jeffries Hicks; brother, Edwin Jeffries and sister, Vera Mae Barry Patton. Survived by his loving family, wife of 60 years, Mary "Lou" Wilson Hicks; daughter, Holly (Mark) Angeloff, Saxonburg, PA and son, William Hicks, Kill Devil Hills, NC; granddaughters, Joy (Matt) Short, Bridgeville, PA, Noel Galuschik, Saskatoon, Canada, and Kira Hicks, Kill Devil Hills, NC; special delight great-grandson, Grady Short. A graduate of Mount Union High School, California Teachers College, (now Cal. U), and Penn State University with a Master's of Education Degree and served in the US Army. Bill began his tenure at North Allegheny schools, teaching at Franklin Elementary then serving as principal of Espe, Ingomar and McKnight Elementary Schools, retiring after 30 years. He enjoyed an active retirement with family and friends. Bill was a loyal member of Fairmount Presbyterian Church singing in the church choir, serving as trustee for many years. Bill always trusted the Lord for countless decisions throughout his life. Visitation will be Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at GEORGE A. THOMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 10418 Perry Hwy., Wexford. A Funeral Service Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017, at 10 a.m. in Fairmount Presbyterian Church, 2535 Fairmount Church Road, Sewickley, PA 15143. Everyone please meet at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bill's name to Fairmount Church.
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Ellen (Johnston) McHenry
October 10, 2017
When I was growing up, Mr. Hicks was one of my "uncles" at church, as my real uncles were far away in other states. Many memories of being at the Hicks family homestead there in the Franklin Park area.
I am so glad we will all meet again, in a perfect world without pain or sadness.
God bless and keep the family during this time.
Sandy Guckert
October 9, 2017
I had Mr. Hicks as my principle all through McKnight Elementary. He was always so nice to the kids! Sympathy for his family, but so many of his students remember him with kindness! I am 66 and still remember his kind ways!
October 7, 2017
Bill Hicks was my husband's best friend ! John Cox and Bill Hicks were lifelong friends starting in elementary school, roommates in college, best man at our wedding. Bill and Lou and I went on many vacations together and were close all our lives. John passed away in 2014 and now his dearest friend, Bill. He will be missed by so many, his loving family and many friends. We were blessed to have Bill in our lives as well as dear Lou. All my love, Martha Cox
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Mary Cukovich
October 7, 2017
Mary Lou and family ,
I am so sorry to hear the loss of Bill. He was always cheerful and delighted to talk to when he stopped by at TBones. I enjoyed serving him. I know that he is in much better place like my Dad . God Bless you all..
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