Edward M. "Eddie" Hicks

1956 - 2023

Edward "Eddie" M. Hicks of Prattsville, Arkansas was born July 7, 1956 in Malvern, the son of the late Bertha Walker Hicks, his mother whom was so special and influential to his life. He graduated from Poyen High School in 1974, followed by the marriage to his loving wife Georgia in 1978. He was a member of Poyen Missionary Baptist Church, a member of PST Hunting Club where so many knew him as "Hacksaw", RMR Hunting Club, and Toler Lake Hunting Club. Eddie had a successful career in sales for greater than 40 years. He enjoyed squirrel, deer, and coon hunting. He raised and trained West Siberian Laika hunting dogs. He enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren, following them around to their activities, taking them on hunting trips, and just being with them. He also loved traveling/hunting with family and friends to the mountains of Colorado as often as he could. Eddie was one of a kind and made a lasting impression on everyone he met. His greatest joy in life was his family and he loved those close to him fiercely. He held so many roles, including protector, confidant, mentor, and trusted advisor. A special quality he held was forming deep and genuine friendships.  His love of desserts was unmatched, especially apple pie and his mother's famous coconut cake. To say Eddie was selfless, would be an understatement, and was known for doing for and taking care of others. 
Eddie passed away on August 30, 2023 in Platte City, MO at the age of 67. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Hicks and his sister, Rebecca Moore.
He is survived by his wife, Georgia Harper Hicks of forty-five years, daughters, Kelly (Drew) Kidder, Kerry (Jeff) Young, Kristy (Kyle) Hull; son, Tyler Hicks, all of Prattsville; sisters, Judy Nichols of Malvern, Deborah (Chuck) Gioco of California; grandchildren, Annslee, Maddox, Drake, Dax and Baylee; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many countless friends.
A Memorial Service will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at Harmony Missionary Baptist Church in Prattsville with Bro. Shawn Hill officiating.Arrangements by Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.