Douglas Ray Hickman Obituary (1949 - 2022)

Douglas Ray Hickman, 72, left this earthly life Sunday, January 23, 2022, at home surrounded by his loving family. The funeral service will be held at 2 pm Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Colonial Funeral Home Stokes Chapel. Interment will follow at Willow Springs Family Cemetery, 2053 Doss Road, Danbury, N.C. Doug was born in Rockingham County on October 19, 1949. He was a graduate of Stoneville High School and continued his thirst for learning at various colleges achieving several technical certificates. He proudly served his country in the US Army and was a past employee of Carolina Hoist, and J.F. Atkins, Inc., where he worked 23 years as an electrician. He was devoted to his family, enjoyed camping, fishing, dancing, and was always willing to help others. Doug had a great sense of humor and had a beautiful smile. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Myrtle Kimmons Hickman and a brother Clyde Hickman. Survivors include his wife of 50 years Becky Spencer Hickman; son Tracy Douglas Hickman (Susan); brothers Phillip Hickman (Loretta), Allen Hickman (Mary Jane); sisters Rachel H. McHone and Jeri Pruitt (Frank); two grandchildren Kara Moran (Brandon) and Mackenzie Compton (David); and eight great-grandchildren Harley, Henley, Haylen, Hemmington, Lyric, Leigha, Kason and Koen. The family will receive friends from 12 pm to 2 pm Wednesday at Colonial Funeral Home Stokes Chapel and all other times at the residence.