Robert “Bobby” Hicks

"Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day... unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear." – Unknown

Robert “Bobby” Hicks transitioned peacefully from his home in Sunbright, TN to his Heavenly home with his Lord Saviour on Monday December 22, 2025. Bobby was born on May 30, 1964, to Wilford and Ettie Jo Hicks of Sunbright.

Bobby was very talented and loved by his co-workers. Bobby’s careers ranged from building underground tunnels to operating heavy equipment in radioactive areas. One of his most recent adventures was Grey Beards Lawn care, where he partnered with his close friend Dave Hall. Bobby worked long hours and yet he had time for his family and community.

Bobby was well known for his coaching abilities at Sunbright High School where he graduated in 1983. He assisted the coaching staff at Sunbright High School where he impacted many young lives on and off the field.

Bobby is survived by his four beautiful children (of whom he was extremely proud), Johnathan Hicks, Dustin and Wife Madison Hicks, Daughter Halee Hicks and Fiancé Zack and Daughter Natalie Diaz.

Bobby is further survived by his Mother- Ettie Jo Hicks, His Brother-James and wife Lynn Hicks of Georgia, Sister- Lisa and Husband Chris Russell, Nieces- Autumn, Mariah & Hollyann Russell, Nephews- Brian and wife Ashley Bledsoe, Aaron Moore and Amber along with a host of great nieces, nephews, uncles, and cousins.

Bobby is preceded in death by his Father Wilford Hicks. Aunts Eva England, Dorine Devaney and Doris Lawson and Uncle’s Billy Hicks, Jim Devaney.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Schubert Funeral Home from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at Schubert Funeral Home with Bro. Charles Webb officiating. Interment will follow in Neal’s Cemetery.

Pall Bearers- Dustin Hicks, Johnathan Hicks, Evan England, Jessie England, Dave Hall, Chris Russell.

Schubert Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Robert “Bob” Hicks.