William E. (Billy) Hicks

Mr. William E. (Billy) Hicks, age 80 of Gainesville, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 16, 2021.      

He was born August 4, 1940 in Macon, Georgia and was the only son of the late W. Roughton and Agnes (Beckham) Hicks. He graduated from Lanier High School in Macon. He attended and graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology and was a proud member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. After marrying Patsy Lothridge of Gainesville, he made his way to the road construction industry, working for the Fred Lothridge Company. Southeastern Highway and the Don Hammond Company before striking out on his own and forming North Georgia Earth Movers. From interstate highways to airport runways to subdivision streets, he had a part in their construction.

He was a lifelong lover of music, developed a passion (obsession) for golf later in life and was devoted to the many friends he made during his life.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patsy; his sons, Will (Loo) Hicks and Joel Hicks, Michelle Horner and his much beloved granddaughters, Ivy, Lainie and Meg.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Resting Nest and family friend Mary Stephens for their loving care and assistance.         

The family will receive visitors on Thursday, May 20, 2021 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Memorial Park North Riverside Chapel. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the We Care Foundation c/o The North Georgia Community Foundation 615 Oak Street, Suite 1300 Gainesville, GA 30501 or to a charity of your choice.

Memorial Park Funeral Home North Riverside Chapel, 989 Riverside Dr. is in charge of arrangements.

Send online condolences to www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com.