Little did I know tonight that I would learn such devastating news while researching something else on the Internet. I am deeply saddened by the great loss that each member of the Cooper family has been dealt. I can think of no words that could adequately comfort you. Rest assured that your precious gift came to this earth to grace all that she touched. Amanda is surely sitting at the hand of our Lord in His comfort and eternal love.

To Kim and Family, there are no words that can even come close to soothe the pain of your loss. I do feel confident in saying I'm sure this beautiful young soul was love beyond all else by "all" and I hope you find some comfort in knowing that. From what I can read she loved life and life loved her back, I hope all that she came in contact with keep her forever in their minds and you all forever in their thoughts and prayers..
                                                                  LTC (R) Dimitri Belmont

Kim and Family...I am so sorry, shocked, and deeply saddened by the loss of your sweet Amanda! She will be forever remembered by our Wake Forest family as the spunky life-lover and go-getter that she was, and we can be sure she is bringing new light in heaven as the angel she now is. You are all in my thoughts!

Kim, Walt,  Allen, and family, you have our deepest sympathies. We have such fond memories of Amanda. She was our go to person when our children were at Carnage. I'll always remember her sweet smile and wonderful personality. You are in our thoughts and prayers.  May the memories you share sustain you during this difficult time.  Wiladean, Luther, Shelton, and LeVelton Thomas

Sending more Prayers and our Love. Wish we had met her husband. We were out of town or we would have been there.

Kim and family,  I am saddened to hear of your loss; although I am sure there are nothing but wonderful happy memories of Amanda held close to your heart.  She was one of the sweetest souls.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  Rest in Peace Amanda

Kim, Walt, Allen and families

You all have our deepest sympathy. We will keep all of you in our prayers!

My heart breaks at the thought of such a beautiful woman, inside and out, not here on earth with us anymore. Andrew, you have been in my thoughts since I heard the news and I will continue to pray for you and the rest of your family. I wish I could be there to help celebrate such an amazing woman whom I looked up to. I'll never forget the short time I knew Amanda and the simple joy I had seeing her when her and Andrew would visit me at work every Sunday or I would run into her at hockey games and she'd be waving at us from across the rink with the biggest grin on her face. She was so full of life and I am beyond blessed to have called her my friend. I can't wait until the day I get to see her again in God's grace.

Kim,
Sincerest sympathy to you and all of Amanda's family members. Prayers for you all.

Dear Walt and family,
I am so sorry for your loss, I have two daughters of my own and can only imagine the heartfelt pain that you must be enduring.  I know it hasn't been long since your father passed away but I hope you can find some comfort that they are together in THE place, not a better place but THE place.

Dearest Kim!  I am speechless and my heart is So Heavy with sadness for you and Amanda's Husband as well as Allen and Walt. I DO NOT want to be writing this note to ANY Mother. It's been a long time since I've seen that Precious Child and yet it feels like yesterday. I can see that contagious and beautiful smile as well as the smiles that she brought to everyone around her including me. My heart is ABSOLUTELY broken for you although I know she is happy and peaceful with her Eternal Father. I also know that we should be celebrating Amanda's life here along with her Eternal Life with God. We are selfish and sinful and DO NOT want to part with the ones we love especially when the time does not appear to be appropriate. Please know our Prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time of your life and you have had many. I love you and pray that we can talk some time soon. God Bless you All!!

Kim ~ it's been so many years since we've spoken.  I am so sorry for your loss and pray that the love of friends and family will help get you through the days to come.

Kim.
I am so sorry for your loss.  My prayer is for your peace and comfort during this difficult time.

KIM, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Amanda was and always will be one of my " babies". If there's anything that you need please call. I can not imagine how you feel. I will continue to pray for you and your family.

Amanda,

     Too short. Too short of a time here on this earth. You were my first friend up here in Alaska and the first to deeply understand what I was going through. I thank God for you and the friendship we had. I pray for your family as they mourn the loss of such a wonderful woman. I envy the peace you are in and I am at peace knowing you ARE at peace. After our conversations these last few months I hope you can see now Just how loved you are and just how many people will miss you.

You will never be forgotten and will always be loved. I am so heartbroken I will not be at your service to celebrate the life you had but I will light a candle tomorrow for you.

Goodbye for now, I will see you again one day and we will rejoice together

Andrew, Kim, Walt, Allen & Family, 
Our heart aches for you all!  I remember when my twins were born and how much Amanda enjoyed being around them. Oh, and the time I taught her a cartwheel (I was so sore the next day) but happy to hear she made the cheerleading squad.  I could go on and on but the one thing I remember most is her bright smile, she truly was a treasure! Please know you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you!

Sorrow may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning. Bill Poole And Millie Shelton, grand mother.

Kim, I am so sorry for you and your family.  I met Amanda through my son, Matthew, when they both were in high school.  Amanda was such a thoughtful, funny and loving young woman who wanted everyone to be happy.  Although nothing can replace Amanda, photos and memories of her will help you through this. With all the outpouring of love shown for Amanda she will remain alive in our hearts.

I was fortunate to have known this shining young woman for a short time.  She was so full of life and giving.  My family's thoughts and prayers are with your family.

We love you Amanda!!  Your  beautiful smiling face will always be remembered.

Peace & comfort from the healing hand of God.

Jane, I am so sorry for your loss...please know you have my deepest sympathy.  I hope your wonderful memories and the support of loved ones help sustain you during this difficult time.

Jane, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  I am so sorry for your loss.

Jane, family and friends,

My wife and I send our heartfelt condolences.  We pray that as you go through the difficult grieving process that you sense a special peace.

Wayne and Leslie Giese

My deepest heartfelt condolences to the family of Amanda Cooper Hickman.  I am truly sorry for your loss and prayer that you each find comfort and peace for the days ahead.

I am  friend of the Blonk's.  Deepest sympathy. Nancy Baylock

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.  May the wonderful memories you have of your beautiful Amanda give you strength, comfort, peace and hope for each day to come. 
 
"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped.  Psalm 28:7

In His love and ours,
Glenn and Leigh Anne Barham
Brittany and Ryan
David and Jessica

My heart and prayers go out to Walt, Kim, and Allen, for the loss of that cute little girl that visited us several years ago. Please know that I send my deepest sympathy.

Kim, So sorry for your loss, may you find Peace in all your memories. You & your family are in our thoughts.

To the family:
 I am a friend of Jane Dolan. Please know that I extend my prayers and thoughts as you go through this time. So sorry to hear about the loss of such a beautiful woman. God bless your family at this time.

Our family has the happiest memories of Amanda at Lake Gaston, how she took Sarah under her wing!  The fun fun talks by the campfire!  She is this beautiful light in our life!  I think Christmas tree and candles on the lake when I think of Amanda!  She brightens up everything around her!  So beautiful!!!  I am so grateful to have had her in our family's life!

I remember so well when Amanda was born.  She was the delight of the Bassett Hall Court.  The first little one of many.  Amanda was always precious and a beautiful little girl who grew up to be a beautiful young lady both inside and out.  My heart is broken.  My condolences to Kim, Walt, Allen, Millie, and the rest of the family.  You all will remain in my prayers.  She was a very special young lady.  Amanda will always live in our hearts.

You were so blessed to have this beautiful young woman in your lives.  We are sorry not to have gotten to know her.  Our thoughts and prayers  are with Andrew and all of her family.  May the wonderful memories of so many happy times bring you comfort.
Sharon and Lou Waagner  (cousins of the Salerno/Hickman families)

My dear sweet Kim, Walt, Allen and extended family, our prayers are with you during this difficult time.  No words can do any justice for your loss but know we hope you find peace in knowing she is in heaven and never forgotten.

Amanda you were a beautiful lady both inside and out, our love and prayers of support are with your loved ones.

We are all so sorry for your loss.  Amanda was a terrific friend and sister in Christ.  We are praying for all- Andrew, family, and friends.  

Josh and Christy Blanchard

Liz and I cannot even begin to imagine the depth of your loss.  We had some precious times with Amanda at the lake, at my brother Mark's Christmas gatherings and during some of Allen's and Samantha's performances in the early days at dance.  Amanda was always so sweet and welcoming of the two of us "relative strangers with her intelligence and intensity shining through in any and all of the conversations we had with her over the years.  Please accept our condolences.

Blessed to have known such a fun-loving, intelligent, beautiful person. Praying for you constantly, Kim, Allen, Walt, Andrew and family. Love you.

Kim, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

RIP Amanda..a sweet loving soul. We have been blessed to have known you
Love, Lexi & Michele

Kim, I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of your beautiful daughter.  Only God knows why He decided to put her to sleep so soon.  Remember, "when you can't see His hand, and you can't  trace His plan, trust His heart". He alone know what is best for you. 
Juliet Blackmon

Kim, I am truly sorry for your loss.  Amanda was a wonderful girl who grew up to be a beautiful young woman.  I know you will miss her greatly.  Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember her as a student at the high school and a great one at that. I pray that God may comfort you at this time.

Kim,

Praying for you and your family.  If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.  

 WCPSS Transportation

Kim, 
My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family. I pray that God will continue to heal your hurt.

Kim, The Staffing Team is so sorry to hear about Amanda's passing-our hearts are so heavy.  Our prayers are with you and your family during this time. Please know we will do everything we can to help you.
Love, Wilma Jenkins-Flythe and HR Staffing Team

Kim, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Please accept my condolences for your loss. Amanda was truly a wonderful person and I will never forget her as one of my students. Your family will be in our prayers and pl,ease let me know if there is anything I can do.

Kim-
Praying for mended hearts during this difficult time.  Peace & Blessings to your entire family.

Kimberly, 
I am so sorry to hear about Amanda's passing. I remember how you used to speak so lovingly about her when we worked together.  Find comfort in knowing that you raised a wonderful young lady. Peace and blessings to you and your family during this most difficult time.

Kim, I am so sorry for your lost. If it's anything you need please let me know. You and your family are in my prayers. I love you.

Feel no guilt in laughter, she knows how much you care
Feel no sorrow in a smile that she's not here to share
You cannot grieve forever, she would not want you to
She'd hope that you can carry on, the way you always do
So talk about the good times and the ways you showed you cared
The days you spent together, all the happiness you shared
Let memories surround you, A word someone may say
Will suddenly recapture, a time, an hour, a day
That brings her back as clearly as though she were still here
And fills you with the feelings that she is always near
For if you keep these moments, you will never be apart
And she will live forever locked safe within your heart

In loving memory of Amanda Gray Hickman.  My sincerest condolences to her loving husband Andrew and the Hickman and Cooper families.

Love, 
Aunt Patti

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Amanda Gray Hickman

March 22, 1986 – July 14, 2015

Brown-Wynne Funeral Home

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