Gary Russell Hicks

Gary Russell Hicks, 59, of Frostproof passed away Saturday, February 28, 2009 at his residence.

He was born June 4, 1949 in New Bedford, MA; he came here 12 years ago from Hollywood, FL. He owned Gary’s Home Improvements and was a talented handyman. He was of the Christian faith.

Survivors include his beloved companion, JoAnne Shepherd of Frostproof; son, Gary Hicks Jr. of Burnsville, NC; daughter, Nichole Silva of Dartsmouth, MA; brother, Guy Hicks of GA and Glen Hicks of FL; sister, Gwen; and three grandchildren, Aaron, Naomi and Zachary. Gary was preceded in death by his son, James Anthony Hicks.

Funeral services will be held 6:00 PM, Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at the Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Frostproof. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until the service begins.

To view the webcast of his service, please click the link below:
http://webcasts.lifetributes.com/57442

To visit his tribute website, please click the link below:
http://www.lifetributes.com/GaryRussellHicks