Velma Hicks, a native of New Orleans, transitioned from labor to reward at Ochsner Medical Center on Sunday, September 13, 2020. She was born to the late Henry and Velma B. Brown on June 30, 1928. The beloved wife of Albert E. Hicks, Sr. A devoted mother of Carol Ann Hicks, Lynn Moore (Alonza), Albert E. Hicks, Jr. (Marilyn), and Tremel Y. Hicks. A wonderful and caring grandmother to Alona N. Moore, Rose Smith (Archie), Jonathan Hicks, Arion D. Smith (Brandon), Kendyll Gross and Jasmine R. Hicks. Great-Grandmother to Ayden and Akeelyn Smith, Jaiden Hicks, and Aamari K.L. Smith. She is also survived by two sisters: Audrey Washington (Dallas, TX) and Olga King (Phoenix, AZ) and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Hicks was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and Tuskegee University. She served as a dedicated teacher of the Orleans Parish School Board for (32) years. She served at L. B. Landry High School, Carter G. Woodson Jr. High School, and William J. Guste School. She also taught at the Youth Study Center and coached Junior High gymnastics. Mrs. Hicks and her parents were long-time members of the Peck United Methodist Church. She later obeyed the gospel and was baptized on December 9, 2002 at the Franklin St. Church of Christ, where she faithfully maintained her membership until called home. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a public Visitation to pay respects to Mrs. Velma Hicks at Church of Christ, 431 Franklin St Gretna, LA 70053 on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 beginning at 9:00 am from 11:00 am. A private Funeral Service for the family will follow. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. As mandated by the State of Louisiana, due to COVID-19 pandemic, attendance is limited. Everyone is required to adhere to all restrictions. You must wear a face mask at all times and practice social distancing. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Service, 3933 Washington Ave New Orleans, LA 70125. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook, share memories and condolences for the family.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Sep. 19 to Sep. 22, 2020.

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Joshaline & Myron Mackie

September 25, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to the Hicks Family.

Mary, Barbara, Sandra and Debra Osborne

September 25, 2020

Mrs. Hicks ,was a very nice person, her and Ms. Mills, were the Osborne girl’s teacher’s at Carter G. Woodson, Rest In Peace Ms. Hicks, and to her family we pray for comfort, it is not easy loosing the head of the family but God will get you through.

Barbara O.Youngblood

September 24, 2020

On behalf of the Class of 1970, of McDonogh 35 , we extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Velma Hicks, Carol Ann you will always be in our prayer.Your classmates of the class of 1970.

Charles and Debbie Smith

September 23, 2020

We send our love to all of the Hicks family. May our Lord and Savior guide you through this time. Thanks for all of the times you invited us into your home and hearts. We send our love and prayers to all.

Venessa Washington

September 22, 2020

To Carol Ann, Lynn and Albert. My deepest sympathy to you and your families. I have memories of your family and the years that we were neighbors. You were blessed!

Bobby & Ann Smith

September 22, 2020

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

Myron and Deborah Randall

September 22, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. To my sisters and brother; Mrs. Hicks was more than a friend; was a another Mom.

Lillie Austin

September 21, 2020

In loving memory of Mrs. Velma Hicks.Lynn (Alonza) Moore my prayers are with you and your siblings with the passing of your Mother. I know God with give y'all strength to endure with grandchildren, great grandchildren,and the rest of the family's.I pray God will comfort and give peace at a time like this. I love y'all, we the Austin's and Green,and Smith send our love❤ I am AJ (Rosie,Ayden and Akeelyn) mother Lillie Austin❤

Jodre B Davis

September 21, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. She was a beautiful spirit - kind, loving, generous. I have very fond memories of Grandma Velma Hicks. God loved you best. Rest well in His arms. Family, I love you!

Cheryl Lynn Fergerson

September 20, 2020

I am so very blessed to have shared space and time with this amazing woman. I’m grateful to have always been treated like family and shared love amongst our families. You will be truly missed, but the wonderful memories will be cherished forever and always.

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Aleta Jones(Johnson)

September 19, 2020

My sincerest condolences to Mrs. Hicks' family. She was my coworker at Carter G. Woodson Jr. High School. When I was a new teacher, she and the ladies in the gym served as mentors to me. Because of their on point advice I had a successful teaching career of over 30 years. Rest in peace Mrs. Hicks.

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