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Obituary For James "Jim" Leonard Hickman
James “Jim” Leonard Hickman, 86 of Bowie, TX, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 17th, 2022 in Fort Worth, TX.
Funeral services will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 22nd, at Bible Baptist Church in Bowie, with Pastor Steve Summers officiating.
Burial will follow at Prairie Branch Cemetery.
Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, November 21st, at the White Family Funeral Home in Bowie.
Jim was born March 5th, 1936 in Big Spring, TX to Leonard and Reba (Allen) Hickman, but considered Bowie his hometown. As a young man, he was a decorated athlete at Bowie High School, and went on to run track on a scholarship at the University of Houston. In October 1982, Jim married his love, Carol Hickman, and the couple just celebrated 40 years together.
Jim owned several businesses including Hudson's Restaurant, Little Dairy Queen, Farmer's Cafe and Green Frog. He retired from Menasco Motors Co. in Euless, TX in 1995. Jim enjoyed traveling, classic cars and laughing with friends and family. He was always very active in his community. Jim was a longtime member of Bible Baptist Church, where he served as church treasurer.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and sisters Jo Roberson and Lenore Lengyel.
Jim is survived by his wife Carol Hickman; sons, Morgan Douglas Hickman, and wife Leah, James Leonard Hickman Jr. and wife Liudmla, and Ty Turkett and wife Karen; daughter Christie Miller and husband Dewayne; 6 granddaughters and 3 grandsons, and Jim thought of them as the most perfect grandchildren ever made; nephew John Roberson; niece Janna Russell; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
Should friends desire, memorials can be made in honor of Jim to the Bible Baptist Church Youth Ministry at 1400 Hwy 59 N. Bowie, TX, 76230.
Arrangements entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home of Bowie, TX.
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Add A CondolenceSo sorry for your loss. Praying for Jim's family. Acts 24:15
Jim, you always treated me like one of your grandchildren. You always made sure to come and say hi before I left. It's gonna be hard without you here but I know that the lord is keeping you busy and that you're looking at all those classical cars up there!! We all love you very much and will miss having you around. Maygan Vineyard, Tonia Vineyard, and Carolyn Vineyard.
Jim and Carol ! You showed me a lot of fun times ! Aruba, Branson and many Christmas's at your house . (Christmas Eve gift) ! You have a wonderful warm heart for family and friends. Jim rest now and just know there will be a lot of cars in heaven to pick from . You will be missed !! . Carol I wish you comfort and peace and many blessings Love , Colleen Bessinger xoxo
My husband and I met Jim & Carol at Ashley & Brandon's wedding. Jim was so full of love & pride for his granddaughter Ashley. He was beaming that beautiful day. Carol was so sweet & inviting. I am sad that I did not get to know both of them better. May Jim Rest In Peace & he will be in everyone's heart forever. Earl & Renee Banbury
So many memories, Jim loved life and loved being busy doing something, anything to keep busy. I'm going to miss your hugs and your beautiful smile. Thank you for letting me adopt you as my dad. Wilburn and I will miss you every day and we will do our part to take care ofCarol. ♥️♥️ Love you Jim, Wilburn and Karen
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