Michael Ray Hicks Jr. was born in Hayti, Missouri on April 29, 2003. He passed away on August 30, 2024, in Oakdale, Louisiana. He was 21 years of age.

He was preceded in death by his father: Michael Ray Hicks Sr., 2 grandfathers: Roger Gribble, and Johnny Hicks, uncle: William Wesley Gribble.

Michael enjoyed playing video games and spending time with his family.

He leaves the following behind to cherish his memory:

Mother: Evelyn Davenport of Mexico, MO.

Daughter: Edna Elaine Hicks of Oakdale, LA.

2 Brothers: Johnny Hicks of Mexico, MO.

Alan Thomas Krug of Lampe, MO.

One Sister: Emily Thomas Krug of Lampe, MO.

One Stepsister: Lakin Davenport of Vandelia, MO.

One Stepbrother: Hayden Gordon of Fulton, MO.

2 Grandmothers: Brenda Chu of Dyersburg, TN.

Manervia Gribble of Portageville, MO.

And a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the John W. German Funeral Home in Hayti, MO. with Brother Griff Walker officiating. His burial was in Wardell Cemetery in Wardell, MO. Pallbearers were Johnny Hicks, Kalvin Hicks, Brent Griffin, Rusty Curtner, Kyle Cronan, and Kevin Wright.

John W. German Funeral Home of Hayti in charge of services.