James Edward “Eddie” Hicks was born on Monday, September 16, 1968, at 7:00 a.m. to his mother, Sammie Jones Hicks, and his father, Lonnie Hicks. Eddie departed this life on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, in Mountain View, Arkansas, at the age of 58 years and 6 days.
Eddie was preceded in death by his wife, Kimberly McIntire Hicks, and his grandparents.
He is survived by his parents, Lonnie and Sammie Hicks of Marked Tree, Arkansas; one sister, Leslie Hicks Neely of Marked Tree, Arkansas; and one brother, Randy Dunavin of Payneway, Arkansas. Eddie is also survived by his son, Richard Tate of Marked Tree, Arkansas; his grandson, Henley Tate of Jonesboro, Arkansas; one nephew, Tyler Dunavin of Trumann, Arkansas; two nieces, Carolyn Hicks and Isabella Jones, of Trumann, Arkansas; and one great-nephew, Ryan Turner of Trumann, Arkansas. He also leaves behind many other relatives and dear friends who will cherish his memory.
Eddie loved spending time with his mom, dad, and the rest of his family. He made the trip from Mountain View to Marked Tree about every two weeks to visit them, usually staying for three to five days. Family was very important to Eddie, and he treasured the time he was able to spend with those he loved.
Eddie also had two cats, Mittens and Sassy, whom he loved dearly.
Graveside services will be held at Kuykendall Cemetery on Highway 66 in Searcy County, Arkansas, on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM with Brother Larry Howard officiating.
Pallbearers are Steve Howard, Randy Dunavin, Tyler Dunavin, Greg Jones, Lance Rose, and Chris Cope.
Roller Crouch Funeral Home in Mountain View, Arkansas, is in charge of the arrangements.
