Larry proudly served his country in the United States Navy and worked for Lowes until he retired. Larry had a big heart and handed out cookies to everyone! Larry was an avid carpenter and enjoyed creating furniture, carving, painting, and drawing. He loved spending time with his children teaching them how to cook, carpentry skills, to be independent, and caring.
Larry was preceded in death by his father, Thomas James Hicks, Sr, his brother, Thomas "T.J." Hicks, Jr, and his brother Charles Mansel Hicks.
Those left to cherish his memory are his mom, Alice Hicks; wife, Roxann Hicks; sons, Wilson “Will”. Hicks, Gabriel Hicks, and Sam Hicks; daughters, Heather Newland(James) and Summer Hicks; brother, Nelson Hicks(Rose); sister, Barbara Hicks; and a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws, and other extended family members.
Visitation will begin on Monday, May 19, 2025 from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Hixson Funeral Home of Westlake.
Funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Hixson Funeral Home of Westlake with Rev. Glenn George officiating.