Cora Hyde

Cora Hyde

Cora Hyde Obituary

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HYDE, Mrs. Cora Ann Hicks, of Richmond, departed this life July 10, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Hyde Sr.; and one son, Jerome Hicks. She is survived by one daughter, Kimberly Hicks; four sons, Ricky, Michael, Craig and Todd Hicks; 27 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; five sisters, Alice Winston, Alberta Brooks, Blanche Jones, Jean Hayes and Clara Powell; one brother, Archie Willis; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; five daughters-in-law, Vanessa, LaVassa, Laverne, Tina and Lauren Hicks; one son-in-law, Jerome Robinson; one sister-in-law, Ellois Willis; and other relatives and friends. Remains rests at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue. Funeral services will be held Monday, 11 a.m. at Pilgrim Journey Baptist Church, 7204 Bethlehem Road, where remains will lie in state one hour prior to funeral time. Dr. Angelo Chatmon, pastor. Rev. Steve Harris, eulogy. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the church 10:45 a.m. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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July 5, 2025

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July 16, 2012

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Rosa Pearson

July 5, 2025

Miss you so much Ms. Cora.

Tracey Brice

July 16, 2012

To my cousins

I really have a loss of words right now. I saw her June 29th in the Hospital and am so glad that I had a chance to spend some quality time with her.Cora Ann will be greatly missed. We will love and miss you always. Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. R.I.P. Cora Ann

Emily Davis

July 16, 2012

I am sorry for your loss. I learned how to make the best potato salad from Ms.Cora. May God bless your family.

From the Staff of Joseph Jenkins, Jr. Funeral Home

July 15, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Charity Fuller-Mosby

July 15, 2012

To a very strong, sweet, and wonderful Angel above, you will be missed. I offer my condolences to family and friends.

Gina Braswell

July 15, 2012

May God continue to bless each of you during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort and peace in cherished memories.

Robin Ruffin

July 14, 2012

aunt cora ann,thats what i called her ..my mother best freind forever,there freindship is more than 50 years,i will always remember her with that beautiful smile,was 1of best cooks i know,can tell u how it &how its going 2be..she will truly missed.kim,mike,craig,ricky& todd.keep your head up,&know she is in peace..she las left her mark with all of u,the beautifull grands&great grand.peace with u all.

Sharon Chambliss

July 14, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Rachel Hyde

July 12, 2012

Deepest sympathy to all of you. Ms Cora was always so sweet and spoke kindly in the seven years I knew her. RIP.

Paulette Collins

July 12, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

July 12, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Lisa Thornton and Family

July 12, 2012

No matter how old we are, losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, her caring and her wisdom live on, like a legacy of love that will always be with you. With deepest sympathy,

Harry Hyde 3rd

July 11, 2012

Sorry we did not spend more time together,love you all .

Rosa Wyche

July 11, 2012

Kim,Todd,Micheal,Ricki,Craig my deepest sympathy to all of you. Your mother will be truly missed but she is resting comfortably now and she is watching over us. I love each and everyone of you,and if you need me you know how to reach me.LUV U ALL.Rosa and Family.

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