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John Hickey Obituary
He was born in New London on Aug 11, 1963. He graduated from New London High School, class of 1981 and was a ship fitter journeyman. John loved fishing, the Red Sox, 1970 Cougar muscle cars, and Cocker Spaniels. He owned numerous cockers during his life and leaves behind his faithful dog, "Lucky".
As a teenager, John was credited with saving a driver from being crushed by the bed of his dump truck and was featured in an article in The Day on March 2, 1978.
He worked for many years in the fiber optic industry for ATT and Lucent and led a team responsible for restoring communication at ground zero following the World Trade Center collapse. The effects of dust inhalation at ground zero contributed to a rapid decline in his health.
He is survived by his sister, Susan Hickey Melville and nephews, Ryan Melville and Christopher Melville, all of Woodstock; several cousins in New Jersey, New York, and Maryland; and numerous friends in the New London area.
John was predeceased by his infant son, Donald Patrick Hickey; his parents, Robert Joseph Hickey and Veronica Dalton Hickey; and his brother, Robert J.M. Hickey.
John requested cremation, and his ashes be scattered at his favorite fishing spot. The Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home is assisting the family with a private service that will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Waterford-East Lyme Animal Control Shelter or another no-kill shelter of choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Hickey
Peter Fernandez
April 9, 2023
Years pass by but impossible to forget you my friend.
Keith coombs
April 7, 2023
Can´t believe it´s been this long sure do miss you buddy
Keith Coombs
April 7, 2021
Miss you big guy
Tom Ferino
April 7, 2019
Still think of John often we were really good friends and miss him
Andrea Arsenault
April 19, 2011
I wanted to express my deepest sympathy for those remembering John at this time. I was a friend of his in my early twenties. He was so easy going and a joy to be around. May he rest in peace.
Miss you much.
Lucky Hickey
April 17, 2011
Leslie Garvin-Lazu
April 16, 2011
I didn't know John in his adult life, but I remember him from high school. He was a really nice guy. My condolences to the family. God bless.
Norman Smith
April 16, 2011
Hi Sue,
I'm very sorry for your loss. I remember John as a baby and I also remember you and the rest of your family very well from Henry Street in New London.
Best wishes, Norman (Skip) Smith
Sue Hickey Melville
April 15, 2011
Thank you all for your messages. I married and moved out of New London when John was 14; and he moved so much that I know little of his adult life. There will be a short service today, Friday 4/15/11 at 1 pm at the Hickey plot in Elm Grove Cemetary, Mystic, CT. I know this is short notice; all his friends are invited.
April 14, 2011
Richard Darling
Sean Ruth
April 14, 2011
John, Spending time together virtually every day for 3 years along with Joe Muscarella,Tom Ferino,Gonzo,Esh,Woody,Boo.Those days were filled with joy and laughter. We were teammates on some great little league teams(Hemco).I'll never forget the great fun we had working at Chuck's Steak House.'Hit the Lights"WPONKY". You turned alot of us onto Black Sabbath and Marc Boaln's T REX.Dressed in your floppy leather hat and "SHAG" coat. Your personality gave us great laughs and times that will never be forgotton." ICMWLM" GOD BLESS YOU IN HEAVEN, Sean Ruth
Donna Bienkowski Smith
April 14, 2011
Although I hadn't seen John in years, I have great memories of our school days. To his family and friends, you have my sympathy and prayers. John will always be remembered as a member of the NLHS Class of 1981. 'Til we meet again friend.
Bob Perrry
April 14, 2011
RIP John I will never forget you
HANK HANRAHAN
April 14, 2011
I was a friend of John's for many a year. His brother Bob as when. I will always remember the times we had together. RIP
kimberly smith
April 13, 2011
i didn't know john and lucky too long. but he was always a sweet and loving guy and he loved his dog very much. he will be sadly missed by everyone at the oakdale motel. rip john
Thomas Ferino
April 13, 2011
John will be missed, and I will never forget him.
Johnnie Carey
April 13, 2011
May the peace of GOD be with the family at this time. He is in a better place now.
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