James Willis "Bill" Hicks, age 93, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at home.

Born March 18, 1932, in Elbert County, GA, he was a son of the late Henry Grady Hicks and Maude Olivia Davis Hicks. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Sinclair Hicks; 4 brothers and 1 sister.

Bill was a proud veteran of the United States Army and retired from Owens Corning Fiberglas with over 30 years of service to the company. He was very active following his retirement. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed exercising, jogging, walking and jet skiing. Some of his favorite pastimes included playing the guitar, singing, and blue grass music. Bill and his wife loved life and lived it to the fullest. They enjoyed traveling and took many trips over the years with Ionosphere Travel and Tours, visiting places all over the country. He loved his family and was affectionately called "Papa" or "Daddy". He was an animal lover and a precious human being who will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his son, Terry Hicks (Teresa); daughters, Marsha H. Martin (James) and Lisa H. Godwin (Charlie); grandchildren, Alyssa Godwin (Buist Rivers), Kandra Godwin, Jessica M. Brown (Adam), Jay P. Martin (Kelly), Jeremy Hicks (Kristyn), Amy H. Bowers, Lori Hicks, and Katie Hicks; a number of great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and his loyal cat Krisi.

A private family military honors service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vets Helping Vets Anderson, P.O. Box 265, Anderson, SC 29622, and PAWS, 1320 US-29, Anderson, SC 29626.

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