James Edward Hicks Sr.

Deacon James Edward Hicks, Sr. departed from labor to reward on November 25, 2019 after a lengthy illness. He was born September 16, 1940 to Robert and Viola Hicks in Newport News, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Viola Hicks, his sisters Augusta Hicks, Dora Hicks, Evelyn Hicks and Viola Hicks. James was educated in the Newport News Public School System. He was employed by National Geographic and retired after over 30 years of dedicated service. As a young child, James had a great love for God. During his young adulthood he didn’t hang out with the crowd – James could be found spending his time at church praising God. As a young man, James continued his quest to know more about God. Upon his relocation from Newport News to Washington DC, he was united with the First Church of God under the direction of Pastor Green in which he was a loyal and devoted member. James later became a founding member of the Christian Unity Baptist Church. James served as the Chairman of the Deacon Board at Christian Unity – a position he served in until his health precluded him from doing so. He also served as a Sunday School and Bible Study Teacher and was a member in the Christian Unity Baptist Church Choir. Anyone standing beside him could hear the melodious sounds at any given moment during praise and worship at Christian Unity. Deacon Hicks had a wealth of knowledge and wisdom which he frequently shared with members, family and friends. Deacon Hicks had love like no other for his church, especially for his Pastor. He would often say “we got to make sure we look out for Pastor”. He loved Pastor Antione Hutchins like a son, which is what he often called him when he spoke about Pastor. Deacon Hicks said it best through one of his favorite songs “Sign me up for the Christian Jubilee, write my name on the roll. I’ve been changed since the Lord has lifted me; I want to be ready when Jesus comes”. His name is most definitely on the roll and when Jesus came, he was ready to take his position in heaven. His presence call will be greatly missed by all. Deacon Hicks leaves to cherish his memories, one daughter, Yvette Hicks-Balom; three sons, James Edward Hicks, Jr., Wayne Frederick Hicks, and Eric Hicks; two grandchildren, Jamar Joudain and Aleya Cardoza; and a host of other relatives, family and friends. Visitation on Friday, December 6, 2019 from 10AM until time of Funeral Service at 11AM at Christian Unity Baptist Church, 11822 Park Waldorf Lane, Waldorf, Maryland 20601. Interment to follow at Heritage Memorial Cemetery, 13472 Poplar Hill Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20601.

James Edward Hicks Sr.

September 16, 1940 - November 25, 2019