Edward Gardner Hicklin

Edward Gardner Hicklin, 74, of Red Oak, passed away Thursday. A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, 2022, in Evergreen Memorial Park. Rev. Wayne Whitley will officiate.

The Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.

Edward served his country with honor and pride in Vietnam as an Army SP5.

Edward is survived by his loving wife, Susan Baker Hicklin of the home; daughter, Robin Hicklin Nash and husband Willie; grandson, Carter Nash; granddaughter, Leighah Nash, all of Gloucester, Virginia; and stepson, Mike Thigpen of Wilson.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Fleeta Gay Sheets and his father, Silva Edward Hicklin.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.