Robert Francis Hicks, 71, of Shelbyville, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at his residence.
Born May 6, 1953, in Shelbyville, he was the son of Marvin Hicks and Maxine (Fox) Hicks. He married Vicki (Monroe) Hicks on November 10, 1973, and she survives.
Other survivors include 2 children- Michele Lyda of Shelbyville, Robert Brandon Hicks (Beth Carter) of Shelbyville; 3 brothers- Donald Hicks of Shelbyville, Mark Hicks of Greenfield, Dennis Hicks (Cassie) of Westfield; and 10 grandchildren- Chris, Jacob, Madison, Hannah, Taylee, Connor, Ashton, Evan, Hunter, and Adalynn.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and an infant sister Carol Hicks.
Mr. Hicks was a lifetime resident of this area and graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1972. He had worked as a generator technician at Cummins Engines for over 30 years, where he met several race car drivers and musicians, by working on their vehicles. He had previously worked at Demco in Greenwood for several years.
He was a member of Sons of the Amercian Legion. Robert enjoyed fishing, bowling, watching racing on tv, and especially cherished the time he spent with his family and grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with Pastor Merry Popplewell officiating.
Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call on Monday evening, July 22, 2024, from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions can be made to the ALS Foundation, in care of the funeral home.
