Joseph Lester Hicks

Joseph Lester Hicks, 82, of Cabot, Ark. departed this life on Thursday, June 24, 2010.

Mr. Hicks was born Feb. 8, 1928 in Olney, Okla. to the late Joseph and Thula Hicks. He lived a long, full life, faced adversity with his health, and never complained.

He was a veteran of the United States Army and served in the Korean War. Most of all, Mr. Hicks was a loving father and grandfather who adored his family. His sense of humor was the most memorable trait he possessed and his love of playing practical jokes. He will always be remembered for his tradition of eating cookies every morning with his cup of coffee. His family will miss his stories, his smile and his presence in their lives.

His two daughters, Jolean Brindley and husband Jordan of Cabot, Ark. and Frances Sue Hicks of Porterville, Calif. survive Mr. Hicks. Mr. Hicks also leaves behind a legacy of 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

His first wife, Levina, son, Leslie, and daughter Linda and one great grandchild preceded Mr. Hicks in death. His parents, four brothers and two sisters also preceded him.

Visitation for Lester Hicks will be from 6 - 8 p.m. Sunday, June 27th at Cotrell Funeral Chapel in Poplar Bluff. The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday, June 28th at Cotrell Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Melburn Deaton officiating. Burial will be at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Bell City.

The family would like to thank those special caregivers that took the extra time to provide Mr. Hicks with attention and loving care at Woodland Hills. The family would also like to thank Arkansas Hospice for providing such excellent and compassionate care.

Family and friends may share an online condolence or memory at www.cotrellfuneralservice.com.