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Royal "Todd" Hicks, 73, of Bluffton, SC, formerly of Mooresville, NC, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Todd was born May 15, 1946, the son of the late James Dwight and Francis Todd Hicks. Todd grew up in Gastonia, NC and received his B.S. from East Carolina University in 1968. He retired in 2009 from Alro Specialty Metals. He and his wife Ann were members of St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Okatie, SC.
In addition to his parents, Todd was preceded in death by his grandson, Jon Baron Alion.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Ann, his brother Dwight Hicks and his wife Leslie; his children, Jeff Hicks and his wife Robin; Kevin Hicks; Lissa Diamonstein; Bill Kirkpatrick and Jackie Green. He is also survived by his 11 grandchildren, Kendall Sinoski, Mason Hicks, Cameron Hicks, Jason Kingsbury, Brandon Kingsbury, Christine Lawson, Ben Anderson, Blake Kirkpatrick, Maddy Anderson, Brayden Kirkpatrick and Drake Green and his 4 great grandchildren, Logan Kingsbury, Ragnar Lawson, Zyler Kingsbury and Hadley Hicks.
Todd was an avid sports enthusiast. He played football at East Carolina and loved playing golf. He also enjoyed watching most sports but especially his favorite teams play football, the Carolina Panthers and East Carolina. Todd and Ann retired to Sun City, SC in 2015, where they enjoyed playing golf and socializing with friends and neighbors. He and Ann also enjoyed traveling over their 30 years of marriage. They "Lived Their Dream" to the fullest extent.
A celebration of Todd's life will take place on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Sauls Funeral Home, 90 Simmonsville Road, Bluffton, SC.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice .
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Kris Brunnemer (Cooke)
Rest In Peace, Todd. Heavenly celebration with other Victory School Classmates - Judy Sorrell, Jody Long, Billy Ramsey, Robert Zammiello, Henry Froneberger, Brenda Heffner and others gone too soon. 💔💙
Walter Lee Cox
I have so many great memories. I first knew Todd from the YMCA. His dad was the Executive Director. He
became a good friend in high school. He and Steve Tate were the most competitive players I had ever see.
Todd was just as intense in his other pursuits in life. Yet he always had time to recognize everyone in his path.
I hate that we rarely saw each other after our high school days. But I will never forget him.
Prayers for his huge family as they mourn his passing. May God be with you as you continue your lives.
William Nicholas Query
Sorry to hear of Todd’s passing. He always had a smile for everyone. Enjoyed him in high school and on the football team. May God continue to bless his wonderful family. Bill Query
Marsha Lee Musard (McLamb)
So sorry to read this about Todd. We were classmates in Sr. Biology and enjoyed many field trips with the class. Rest in Peace, Todd. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. Marsha Musard McLamb.
Charles E Zeigler, Jr
Todd was one the really good guys at Ashley High... a reliable, smiling friend to all. Wish I had been able to spend time with him in later years. Bet he became a darn good golfer with his athletic ability and competitive spirit. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Prayers for his special family.
Beverly Norris (Rupp)
Todd Hicks was just one those guys that had "The Right Stuff". I used to tease him about looking like Rod Serling from "The Twilight Zone" and he would just blush. What a good guy. I feelsad today..... Beverly
Lynn Leroy Stewart
I still remember one touchdown run he made in high school where he faked out the safety (who fell flat on his face), and he ran 80 yards. You will still make those touchdowns my friend.