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Cody Hickey Obituary
Cody Hickey
ROCHESTER - Cody Hickey, 16, of Rochester, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center.
Cody was born on September 15, 1994 in Macomb, the son of Kevin and Antoinette Haffner Hickey.
He was a sophomore at Rochester High School. He loved playing hockey with the Champion Rochester Rockets of the Lincoln Land High School Hockey League. When he wasn't playing hockey, he loved football and the great outdoors. Cody loved going places and often visited with his Grammy and Papa in Adair. He loved playing football and baseball with his cousins and friends. Cody was always looking for odd jobs so he could make a few extra dollars. His smile would light up a room, and he was quick to pull practical jokes on friends and family. He loved the Lord and was baptized in the Gulf of Mexico last summer at the Christian Teen outreach called "Big Stuf". He had even talked to his Grampa about becoming a Youth Minister when he grew up.
He is survived by his parents, Kevin and Antoinette Hickey of Rochester; two brothers, Christopher and Caleb; one foster sister, Jakayla; two foster brothers, Joel and Brandon; grandparents, Mike and Barb Hickey of Springfield, Mike and Shirley Burnham of Adair and Roger and Norrie Haffner of Macomb; great grandmothers, Betty Lancaster and Betty Beans; three aunts, Cindy Gadberry, Kim Turner, and Billi Park; four uncles, Joe (fiancée, Alice) Hickey, Wyatt Gadberry, Aaron Turner, and Tony Park; and six cousins, Matt, Bryce, AJ, Jakob, Gavin and Connor.
Visitation will be from 4-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at Rochester Christian Church, 325 S. Walnut St., Rochester. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 18, 2010 at Rochester Christian Church, 325 S. Walnut St., Rochester with Reverend Dustin Bramer officiating. Burial will follow at Rochester Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Cody Hickey, c/o Wilson Park Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St., Rochester, IL 62563 or Catholic Charities Home, c/o Catholic Charities, 1625 W. Washington, Springfield, IL 62702.
Wilson Park Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St., Rochester, IL is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Cody Hickey
November 30, 2010
Barb and family, I am so sorry to read about your Grandson, Cody's sudden death.God bless all of you.
Emily Gorbett
theresa petrella
November 29, 2010
Toni,Kevin and family,
I am so deeply sorry for all you are feeling at this moment. You are in my thoughts and prayers always and forever.
Sincerely,theresa Petrella
(love you Toni..if you need anything call)
Mary Caldwell
November 22, 2010
Keeping you in my prayers and thoughts
Martha Woodford
November 22, 2010
Shirley and Mike, Love and prayers.
Vicky McMahon
November 20, 2010
Hickey family: I had the pleasure of knowing Cody by being a Rochester Cafeteria Lady. He was ALWAYS a light in my day, joking around,taking time to talk(no matter how many kids were in line behind him!) Its hard to get to know the children in a short lunch period, but somehow one always has a favorite. Cody was one of mine. God Bless and Keep you all. In my prayers, Vicky McMahon
kaitlyn prichard
November 19, 2010
I LOVE YOU CODYY!!!!!!!!
kaitlyn prichard
November 19, 2010
i love you cody lane hickey ill never forget you !
kaitlyn prichard
November 19, 2010
i love you cody !!!! you are deeply messed by everyone including me. ... we are all asking ourself why.... why did u leave us cody? we all will met you up in heaven. we all know you are watching over us and we thank you so very much for that.. what i am trying to say cody is that we all miss and love you forever and always will you be in our heart. and even tho your not here with us right now we will sometime be together again in a wonderful place called heaven.. keep us in your thought and we will always keep you in ours. i am sorry that i never made it to your funal. i will always regret that i thought it was saturday but it was thuesday. i will always regret that.. i miss you so much. i am sorry that i left you when i moved from rochester. i would do anything i can just to see that smile on your face one last time. Rest in peace cody lane hickey 11-14-10 :'( worst day of my life. I LOVE YOU CODY!
kortney cunningham
November 19, 2010
cody words cannot even describe how much i miss you right now! Its hard to believe i talked to you and you were fine and then about an hour later i find out you were gone! its still unreal you were the funniest kid i knew that last conversation we had right before you were gone will stay in my mind forever! you were an amazing friend and i wish i could've helped you but i know your in a better place right now showing heaven how to have a good time and pulling all your pranks on everyone! and playing your games on those angels :)
I always have and always will love you cody
you'll always be in my heart!
a classmate of cody's
November 18, 2010
i am so sorry for your loss. cody was a great guy and always knew how to make me laugh. cody will be missed by everyone. i am so sorry.
classmate of cody
November 18, 2010
i am so sorry for your loss. my prayers go out to you. cody was such a great guy, and always knew how to make me laugh. cody will be missed by everyone. i am so sorry.
C McCollum
November 18, 2010
My Prayers and Love are with all involved!
mia graham
November 18, 2010
Sorry what happened to Cody.... I feel really bad. A lot of people cried when they heard that he died.
Mrs. Pope
November 18, 2010
My deepest condolences to your family and friends of Cody over this terrible tragedy. I pray for your healing. Such a tragic loss of such a bright young man. Again our condolences. May he RIP!
Randy & Pam Downey
November 18, 2010
Mike & Shirley,
We want to express our sincere & deepest sympathy to you and your family and let you know we are thinking of you.
November 18, 2010
Mike & Barb, I know this is a difficult time, you never realize how difficult until you experience a loss yourself. My thoughts & prayers will be with you and your family. Nelson Capitano
November 18, 2010
We are so very sorry for this tremendous loss. Our daughter is in Caleb's class and we were deeply saddened to learn of Cody's passing. Please know you're in our prayers.
A Rochester school family
Jason Clark
November 17, 2010
Hickey family,
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
williams family
November 17, 2010
we are so sorry for your loss. I hope that in time god will give you all the guidence that you need to deal with all this.I have been praying daily for you and all your family.I am sure cody will be greatly missed. my god bless you all
Alex Sullivan
November 17, 2010
kaleb im so sorry for the loss of your brother if you need anything just tell me
Williams' family
November 17, 2010
A classmate of Cody's, I am so very sorry for your loss! He was a very comical guy and great athlete. God bless and prayers for all the family and friends.
November 17, 2010
To lose a child is hurt that I cannot imagine, please remember the love that you shared and the happiness he brought to your lives. Please live and love each other and hope that time will heal some of the pain. The pain will never fully go away, but as long as you remember him, he will always live on. The Miner Family
Madisyn Rodgers
November 17, 2010
Dear Hickey Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family, and I hope you are coping well. He was a very funny person and he always made people laugh, and was also a great friend to many, and he will be missed a lot..
Im so sorry.
Cathy, John and Ian Wells
November 17, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. We will hold you in our hearts and in our prayers.
Oldfield Family
November 17, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Cody was the first to welcome our son to the high school. They had many classes together and shared lots of laughs. Cody was a great friend and will be missed by all.
Kevin Cory
November 17, 2010
My sincerest condolences for your loss. I feel your and the community's anguish through the comments here, on other social media, and through my cousins who went to school with Cody. Let all of this be a testament to the quality of your son.
A former Rochester resident and RCC member,
Susan Ledferd
November 17, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you.
Susan Ledferd and family
adam ayers
November 17, 2010
rip cody lane hickey
Paul and Casey Carpenter
November 17, 2010
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Amy Reynolds
November 17, 2010
Though the depth of your grief is immense, I pray you find a modicum of comfort in the outpouring of love & support that is coming in so many forms. May God continue to hold you in his arms for as long as you need.
The Alvey Family
November 17, 2010
We have two sons that had went to school with Cody over the years. I am so very sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your entire family.
The Greg Antonacci Family
November 17, 2010
Words cannot ease your pain during this intense time of grief, however, I pray God will provide comfort and hope through this tragedy. Please know a whole community is grieving with you.
Kathy Norman
November 17, 2010
As many others, you do not know me however my son knew Cody. I have only heard positive remarks about your beloved Cody. They attended Rochester school together. I would like to extend my deepest heartfelt sympathies and know that all of his family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers during this unimaginable time.
Noel and Judy Oliver
November 17, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this very sad time. Our thoughts and prayers with you.
Rochester Mom
November 17, 2010
Words cannot express the sorrow that I feel for your family. My daughters were friends with Cody and talked about him all the time. When they talk about him now there is a sadness that is evident but also they smile and remember all the great things about him. I will continue to pray for your family and listen to all the great stories from his friends. He was truly loved.
Stacey & Payton Case
November 17, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
jeff
November 17, 2010
I am heart broken to read of your loss. Praying that fond memories will fill the emptiness you feel in your heart and the love of family and friends will surround and comfort you.
Tammy Bandy
November 17, 2010
Chris-Words can't express the sorry we feel for you and your family. Just know there are many people who are thinking about you on this day of sorrow. I just want you to know The Bandy Family is here for you and your family if you need us. Tammy and Rodney Bandy
Lisa Johnson
November 17, 2010
I have heard nothing but wonderful things said about Cody. Both of my children went to school with Cody and talked very highly of him. He will be greatly missed.
Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers and that God gives you the strength to get through this difficult time.
Kathy Weaver - Gibson
November 17, 2010
As a mother, my heart breaks to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Cody Hickey.
November 17, 2010
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel or the pain you are going through. Our deepest and sincerest sympathies to Cody's family.
~Another Rochester HS Family
Patton Family
November 17, 2010
We don't know each other but our children attended Rochester schools together. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our hearts grieve with you over the loss of this precious child. May God bless you and comfort you in the coming days.
November 17, 2010
My heart is breaking for you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. Cody touched many lives in life and in death. He is at peace and in Gods arms. God be with you in this sad time.
Debbie and Michael Yates,Collin Whitson,and Joe Moore.
Kelly Smarjesse-Miller
November 16, 2010
My heart goes out to the Hickey family, there is no greater loss. You are in my prayers.
Jordan Bain
November 16, 2010
all i do is cry over ou cody
i miss you so much
i just want answers
id do anything to have ou back
rest in peace buddy
see you at your visitation tomorrow
p.s. schools so weird without you joking around with everybody :'(
mommy of a child in heaven
November 16, 2010
There is nothing to compare with the loss of a child, and only those who have known such a tragedy can truly understand your sorrow.
Though words may be meaningless right now, may you find some comfort in the love and concern that surround you from so many who deeply care.
classmate of rochester
November 16, 2010
Dear Cody,
I truly wish you were still here. It all seems so unreal. You are the most funniest person I will ever the honor knowing. I wish I could have been there for you. R.I.P Cody
love,
your classmate
November 16, 2010
Dear Cody,
I truly wish you were still here. It all seems so unreal. You are the most funniest person I will ever the honor knowing. I wish I could have been there for you. R.I.P Cody
love,
your classmate
Bob, Julie and Jordan Carrigan
November 16, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Cody was a great kid with a great smile. You are in our prayers everyday.He will be missed by so many. God bless your family during this difficult time.
alicia marta
November 16, 2010
To The Hickey Family
Although i never personally knew or met Cody. im deeply sorry for your loss. There aren't any words that I can say, to make the pain you feel go away. Just know Cody is with god now and keeping watch over your family.
My deepest sympathy goes out to you. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
mick Londrigan
November 16, 2010
my relations with cody was that i had played football with him several years ago, i have now moved on to play for shg but cody will always be in my prayers.(Mick Londrigan. Springfield,IL)
Jon Pearce
November 16, 2010
Dear Kevin and Toni-
I am so very sorry for your loss, I love cody and you guys as all of his other friends did. His memory will allways live on through his friends and family.
November 16, 2010
Hey my relation with cody was that I had played footbal about 6 years ago on the steelers and i am soo srry for ur loss cause when i heard about this i remebered him right away. Ur im my prayers (Mick Londrigan) (Springfield,IL)
November 16, 2010
We never met Cody- but my boyfriend Adam Ayers and I met his Grandma Barb thru our volunteering for the Junior Blues Hockey Association. We can tell she has a lot of spirit- and we hope Cody's entire family can find the strength to carry on. They say "for everything there is a purpose"...... May his life continue to touch others.... Mindy Thomas and Adam Ayers- Jacksonville
Zack Wilson
November 16, 2010
Mike and Barb-
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
A heartbroken Mother
November 16, 2010
As a mother who has lost a child there is no worse pain. But I pray that the memories of your beloved Son Cody will comfort you. I pray that someday the memories will out weigh the pain and heartbreak your family is going through. My heart breaks and my tears come very easily at your loss. My hugs and prayers are with your family.
God Bless Cody and your family.
Susie Schrader
November 16, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying that God comforts in only the way He can at times like this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue James
November 16, 2010
My thoughts & prayers go out to the whole family. Shirl talked about Cody all the time. I felt like I knew him, though I really didn't. He is with the good Lord now. I will keep praying for your comfort. Cody will find much peace in heaven.
Chase Brown
November 16, 2010
I'am very sorry for your loss. I will pray for your family and cody every day. Let Cody rest in peace. Again I'am very sorry for your loss.
Vicki Fargusson
November 16, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to your family. We are all saddened by this loss and our hearts are heavy. God Bless you! ~Vicki Fargusson and son, Drake Curry
Brian, Chalyce, Sam and Luke Hayes
November 16, 2010
There are no words to express how a parent feels when they lose a child. We are praying for your family. Stay strong and close to your friends and family. The Lord will get you through this time of unimaginable pain and sorrow.
Rozanne Carlin
November 16, 2010
Rozanne Carlin, I am so sorry for your loss, it is always sad to lose a love one but more so just as thier adult life was just starting. You and your family are in my prayers
Rozanne
alicia brown
November 16, 2010
cody was a great kid. he could always make me laugh. we will be greatly missed.
Rochester mommy 2
November 16, 2010
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on the snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken,
in the morning's hush,
I am the soft uplifting rush of
quiet birds in circled flight,
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I did not die.
A Rochester Family
November 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most trying time. We will continue to pray for comfort to your family and peace in heaven for Cody. As a Rochester High School family, we feel such sorrow for the loss of your beloved son.
Raven
November 16, 2010
praying for you all, may God comfort you and bring hope even at this time
SHG Hockey Player
November 16, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my prayers
Tim, Julie, Kate, Annamarie, Nick, Gabby & Roman Antonacci
November 16, 2010
No words can console you at this time for your tremendous loss; still our thoughts & prayers are with your entire family as well as Cody. May God Bless you all & guide you through your grief..
Jill Weber
November 16, 2010
Words cannot begin to express the empathy I have for the entire Hickey family. Thank you for always opening your home to my daughter, Justina. She has alot of fond memories of Cody. My our Lord Jesus comfort you all during this time.
Bridget Woodford
November 16, 2010
My deepest condolences.
Ryan Buckley
November 16, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers. May Cody Rest In Peace.
A Mother
November 16, 2010
You dont know me or my family - and I didnt have the pleasure of knowing your son. But I am praying very hard for you and for your family. I have a son the same age that also plays hockey. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow. You have my deepest sympathy. Someone so special will never be forgotten.
Sandy Farris
November 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lindsay Hmielak
November 16, 2010
May God be with you during this difficult time. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. God Bless you all and may Cody rest in peace.
Trenda Kennedy
November 16, 2010
"God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us" 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
There is no greater pain than that of losing a child. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Joe & CJ Groh
November 16, 2010
Our sincere thoughts & prayers for the entire Hickey family and friends. Can not imagine the pain you are experiencing, praying that you find comfort in the support of your family & friends.
Barb McKenzie
November 16, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Pam Patrick
November 16, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kristen Heaton
November 16, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss!! Please accept our deepest sympathies. You have our prayers, our love, and our support.
kate
November 16, 2010
We are saddened by your loss yet know Cody is in the best of hands ever. May God open His arms widely and embrace each of you to the point where you realize you are not alone in this.
Amanda Nolen
November 16, 2010
Cody, I love you. I will miss you so much. You were a great friend to so many people. You made everyone smile and laugh with all your jokes and funny faces you made. We had many great times together that I will miss so much. Everyone in school is so heart broken, and so upset. You were a great person and I wish you were still here.
I love you, Cody. <3
Michelle
November 16, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Cody was a blessing to all who knew him.
Rochester Mom
November 16, 2010
God bless you all! May you rest in peace Cody.
Renee Gentry
November 16, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss!! My daughter Jorden is good friends with Caleb and has heard about Cody. I'm sure he will be watching over all of you from above. Our prayers and hearts go out to you all! Stay strong. God bless you!!
Rochester Mommy
November 16, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. May God bring comfort to you during this incredibly difficult time!
Gabrielle (Kilby) Fisher
November 16, 2010
My deepest sympathy
a Mother
November 16, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope God gives your whole family strenghth through hard time. Again I am Sorry!
Chelsea Nesbit
November 16, 2010
Sorry about this loss but you are all in my prayers! God can help you through this so please lean on him!
Lori Crowder
November 16, 2010
So very sorry for your loss. I know Cody will be missed by my son and many of his friends. Lori (Rochester)
Leann Fox
November 16, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Carrie Miles
November 16, 2010
Although I was not fortunate enough to know Cody, I grew up in Rochester and still live there today. My niece Carli went to school with Cody and had nothing but great things to say about him.
Please know that so many people care about you and will be keeping you all in our prayers.
God bless you and your family during this very difficult time.
Sunnie Flatt
November 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Joe Groh
November 16, 2010
Hickey family: Keeping everyone in my thoughts & prayers through this difficult time.
Jeanne Armstrong
November 16, 2010
Tony, Kevin & Family - So sorry for your loss.
Angela Hayes
November 16, 2010
Mike & Barb: My deepest sympathies for your loss. May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time and may you soon find comfort in your memories. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
A Rochester Mom
November 16, 2010
My heart goes out to you and your family. I cannot fathom the pain you must be going through.
Sondra Jones
November 16, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved son. May the Lord of all creation bless you in your time of sorrow. There is nothing that can seperate us from God once we are saved. I am glad to know Cody was a Christian and take comfort knowing he is now in the loving arms of Christ.
God bless you with strength, and peace in this difficult time.
Love to you and your family,
Sondra (Hardy) Jones
NHS '87
Nancy Shanks
November 16, 2010
Tony and family,
So sorry for you loss. Keep God in your heart.
Nancy Shanks
Rushville, IL
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