John Wayne Hickman, age 62, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021 peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. He worked for Mayfield Dairy for 30 plus years. He was a "Jack of all trades but master of none." John loved having his family and friends over to "burn a burger."
Preceded in death by father, Ira "Bud" Hickman and sister, Rebecca "Becky" Norris.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Debbie Hickman; children, John Raymond and Tiona Hickman, Matthew and wife Megan Hickman; grandchildren, Amber Hickman, Mystorie Moyers, Jordan Hickman and Emery Hickman; great-grandchildren, Colton Xavier Reed Hickman; mother, Betty Hickman; siblings, Richard and Judy Hickman, Ronnie and Penny Hickman; special uncle, Gene Fox; special nephew, Scott Norris; several nieces and nephews; special friends, Mike and Barbie Beaver and Willie, Kibbie and Kim McCoy. John also leaves behind his fur baby, Little Bit.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville with a service to follow officiated by Roger Cunningham. Family and friends will meet Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Pollards Cemetery, Kodak, TN for an 11:00 AM Interment. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryfuneralhome.com for the Hickman family.
