John Alfred Hicks, 78, of New Haven, entered eternal rest on July 18, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Alvenia Hicks for 47 years.
Mr. Hicks was born in Oriental, NC, on April 6, 1944, a son of the late Lester Hicks, Sr. and Fannie Hicks.
He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Marines and after 25 years of employment, retired from Pratt & Whitney Aircraft as a Machinist.
In addition to his wife, John leaves to cherish loving memories, a daughter, Michelle Gore-Hicks; grandchildren, Steven C. Haywood, Jr., Na’Oni M.A. Haywood, Ray’Jon W.M. Sanders-Boyd; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by brothers, Alexander Hicks, Lester Hicks, Jr. and Wilbur Hicks; and sisters, Golden Hicks-Johnson, Clara Bell Hicks-Green, Mariah Mary Hicks and Hannah Hicks.
A memorial service to celebrate Mr. Hicks’ life and legacy will be held Saturday, July 30, 2022, at 10:00 A.M. at Bible Gospel Center, 143 Leeder Hill Dr., Hamden, CT.
The family of Mr. John Alfred Hicks is forever grateful for all the prayers, love and expressions of sympathy, extended to them during this difficult time. Due to the ongoing concerns regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, the family is asking that well-wishers not stop by the home of Mrs. Alvenia Hicks. To continue to adhere to COVID-19 safety precautions, a repast will not be held following the memorial service.
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You have our condolences, love and prayers in the passing of Uncle Big John. Such a gentle and kind person who showed what love really is. He will be missed. I love you all.
Mrs. Hicks, my heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. I always cherished the story you told me of how you and your husband met. Just beautiful! I know he will forever live on in your heart. God bless you and your family.
To Hicks Family: Sending condolences 💐 and prayers for your lost and always remembering those family and friends keeping in their prayers
God’s Blessings to each of you. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
Neighbor and family friend
Oriental, NC
May you know that God is by your side and may u feel his deep tender love with you every moment of every day.
God said come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you Rest..
You will truly be missed Papa John…… We love you Micah, London, Kimani, and Shatara💐💐💐💐🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
I pray you receive the strength & comfort you need during this time. My deepest condolences & sympathy to the family. 🙏🏾🙏🏾 Love Trelle, Kayla & AJ
My condolences to you and your family. Praying strength and comfort during your time of sorrow and the courage to face the days to come. 🙏🙏
You and your family have my heartfelt condolences.. Asking GOD to give you all strength and comfort at this difficult time.. 💕💕
I love you Michelle. I wish you and your family the blessings and support y’all need in this time of sorrow. Remember the good times. He will always be with y’all in spirit.
Always and forever through joy and pain. MMM!
My condolences I pray God continue to with his cover you with his love and peace🙏
Love Judy&Kevin Dixon
Mrs. Hicks & Family: Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. You have my condolences.
Mrs. Hicks and Michelle,
I send my deepest condolences to you and your family during this very difficult time.
You will be in my prayers.
Love you!