Norris Lee Hicks Sr.

Norris Lee Hicks Sr.

January 26, 1945 — March 7, 2026

Dayton, OH

Norris Hicks Sr. "Dad" was born January 26, 1945 to his beloved parents RC Hicks and Carrie Elizabeth Strickland-Daniel in Franklin, Georgia. We are saddened to announce on March 7, 2026 he fell asleep in death surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by his caring children, Karen Hicks, Sherry Arnold, Stephanie Woods, Norris Hicks Jr., Anthony Hicks (Susie), Frank Hicks (Recci), brothers Percy Eugene Daniel, Terry Daniel, and Sister in law, Clementine "Tiny" Swift, and many beloved grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 42 years, Arlette Hicks, his parents, RC Hicks and Carrie Elizabeth Strickland-Daniel, his brother, Willie Hicks and his granddaughter, Brittany McCombs Harris.

Norris was a machine repairman retired from Delco General Motors, after 32 years and later retired as a tax professional for H&R Block. Norris' proudest achievement was being a servant of Jehovah, for over 50 years. He served as an elder and a pioneer, for countless years and was deeply loved and respected by his spiritual family. We thank you for your support, prayers, and privacy, as we continue to grieve until the day “all those in the memorial tombs will… come out” (John 5:28,29).

Funeral services will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses-(Southwest), 1015 Liscum Dr, Dayton, OH, 45417, on Friday, March 20th at 11:00 AM. Visitation for family and friends will begin at 10:00AM.

For those unable to attend in person, service will be streamed Live. ZOOM information provided below.

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