Dad,  Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

May the road rise to meet you, 
may the wind be ever at your back. 
May the sun shine warm upon your face, 
and the rains fall soft upon your fields. 
And until we meet again, 
may God hold you in the palm of his hand. 

Love,

Sean

Dad, This was your favorite time of year. I remember how you loved to go out and do last minute shopping so you could come home with some unexpected gifts. We love and miss you dearly. Meredith

Dad,
We love you and miss you so much.  We could not have had a better father.  Rest in peace knowing that.  You will always be with us every day.

John had a profound effect on my professional life. His calm demeanor and strong leadership helped me become a better professional. More importantly his guidance help me become a better man. I can still hear his voice sometimes and this brings me great comfort. He is at peace now. No more pain - no more discomfort. He will live on in our hearts forever.

Other than my dad, John was the most influential man in my life. I was so fortunate to have worked closely with him at Princess for 21 great years, and continued to enjoy his company during our retirement. I'll miss his memories and storytelling, along with his sly sense of humor. John had a magnetic personality, and everyone just wanted to be around him. He's now in the loving embrace of his Lord, and we can only hope and pray that one day we'll all be reunited, and enjoy being with him once again. In loving memory.

John, my good friend since 1973  when I was a travel agent at American Express Travel in Northpark Center and you were the Princess Cruises sales rep in Texas. Who knew that we would share an office suite from 1987 until you retired in 2004? You became a treasured friend during those years when we shared many Christmas dinners with TravelSearch Network staff and you and Dee. We had the joy of learning about your life in Oak Cliff, your mutual friends  at Jesuit, about Dee and Sean, Erin, Cara, Coleen and Meridith. You were a gracious host at lunch many times. Thanks, John! Thanks, Dee and family for sharing John with us. God bless you all!

Paul Erickson

What a treat to have known and worked for this very special man!  My sincerest sympathy to his family.   Celeste

John was a gentleman and wonderful boss! Prayers are with the family

John believed in me and gave me my start at Princess in 2001.  I will always be thankful that he helped me begin what has become a successful career in the cruise industry.  He was a kind and supportive boss and I my thoughts and sympathy are with his family.  Dianne Pierson, Spotsylvania, VA

What a gentleman - what a friend and such an sincere pleasure to know.  You will be missed John ... Condolences to your family & Princess friends.
Karen Ruppel, Boca Raton, FL

John gave me my second career when he hired me at Princess in 1988. His friendship & guidance through the next 20 yrs made going to work fun & a pleasure. I will never forget you John - Rest in Peace.
Bob Ruppel, Boca Raton, FL

My thoughts and prayers are with the Hickey family at this time.   I adored John.  Next to my father, he was my most trusted role model. The best boss I ever had. He was kind, fair, insightful, respectful, trustworthy, honorable and had the best sense of humor. I'm sure he's keeping the angels laughing now. Rest in peace dear friend.

John Hickey was my boss at Princess Cruises for 15 years. He was not only a wonderful supportive manager, he was a wonderful person. A great fast wit and excellent storyteller.  Rest In Peace John in the arms of our Lord. My condolence to your family.

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John Patrick Hickey Jr.

18 November, 1936 – 8 October, 2013

Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home & Hillcrest Mausoleum & Memorial Park

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