Edward Delbert Hicks

June 12, 1952 - February 15, 2021

Edward Delbert “Eddie” Hicks, 68 years young, left us to meet his Maker Jesus on Monday evening, February 15, 2021. He is and was a valiant man, and, for now has left behind a devoted woman, Rebecca Hicks (m. 21 yrs, physician), his sister, Jessie Delle (husband Wes) Barnett, Nephew Steve (wife Terry) Lackey, Niece (thru “BG”) Janie Wizer (husband Boyd). Other notable survivors include Steve’s son Trent, Janie and Boyd’s children, son James and daughter Rebekah (Mike) Smith, and cousins Jimmy (Debbie) Bramblett and Martha Jane (Ricky) Outzs. Eddie Hicks is a “Born Again” Christian. He is the 3rd child of Molene & Delbert Hicks, who both predeceased him (2012 & 2008), as did his older brother Barney “B.G.” Hicks. He is a 1970 Graduate of Scottsboro High School. His early work included professional photographer, journalistic photographer. The change in vision he encountered became an opportunity to develop his skills with people and relieving their muscular pain through licensed massage therapy, working with his wife through the clinic they own(ed) / ran, Health Quest Medical Wellness Center (est. 2001). Physically / Medically not able to continue meaningful, fulltime work, he took early retirement; but then he completed an Associate Degree from Northeast Community College, and continued part time consulting work with Health Quest. Saturday, February 20th at 1:00 PM will be a Celebration of Life Memorial Service, held on ** FACEBOOK ** just go to the Rudder Funeral Home, Face Book Page and you will be able to see the service. Long term friends Frederick (Fred) Gipson and his wife Patricia (Trish) of Stepping Stone Church, Gurley, will commence the event; friends are welcome to share personal thoughts and remembrances of our dear friend. We are heartbroken he is gone, but cherish each day God gave us together. Interment will be Cedar Hill Cemetery. Eddie was keen on precautions for ALL with this pandemic, to be safe. Honorary Pall Bearers are “Frenchy” Patrick Lewis, “Jim” James K. Harkness, “Joe” Joseph K. Hardin, Jimmy Bramblett, Wes Barnett, Steve Lackey. Always, his countenance was to aid those in need. May we Mark his passing as a Celebration of Triumph, God’s Love, Our Fellowship. Eddie would be honored by donations to your favorite charity, if so inclined. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.rudderfuneralhomes.com *** To view the Service go to the Rudder Funeral Home Facebook page***