Earlee Hicks of Rockford departed this earthly life on April 5th 2024.  He was born January 21st 1935 to Junior and Alice Hicks in Camden, Arkansas. After relocating to Odessa, Texas until he became of age then moving to Rockford, IL where he lived for more than 71 years.  In 1961 Earl gained employment at Humphrey Cadillac and Olds as a Professional Service Detailer for more than 30 years until retirement.  Earl's talents blossomed through his cooking, gardening, fishing, and being a dynamite player of Dominos.  He loved life and he lived it to its fullest! But, most of all he loved and cherished his Family. In addition, Earl accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior! Hallelujah!

Earl leaves to cherish many loving memories, one Brother, David (Mary) Hicks, of Rockford, IL. Three Sons, Ricky Ricardo Romero (Roberta) Hicks, of Rockford, IL. Anthony Todd (Denise) Hicks, of Houston, TX. Stanley Sims, of Fayetteville, SC. Two Daughters Vanessa Lewis and Kenna Brassfield, both of Rockford, IL. God Son, Larry E. Warren, of St. Louis MO.  Many Grandchildren, Many Great Grandchildren.  Two Special Nieces, Jeanette Hopson, of Rockford, IL and Jovita Foote of Katy, TX. Special Friends: Jerry Partee, Jessie Butler, John Zachery, Wardell Simmons, and Rodney L. Carr. Host of Nieces, Nephews, Relatives and Friends.

He was predeceased by his (Parents) Junior and Alice Hicks, (Wife) Lee Verna Hicks, (Son) Mark Bedford, (Brother) Richard Hicks, (Sisters) Geraldine Thompson, Alou Smith, Christine Rogers, Shirley Mitchell, and Rosemary Hicks.  Peace Be Still My Loves!