William “Bill” HIcks
Bill was born February 5, 1944 in Ottawa, Illinois to William and Eileen Hicks. He married Marcia Scudder on June 20, 1964 and was proud to have been her husband for 54 years. This marriage brought forth three children that he gave to the world to. Bill was an expert Millwright, a trade that lasted up until his retirement in 2000 from C.R. Meyer.
Bill held many offices in the Castle Rock Lions Club, the Masonic Lodge, and the Dellwood Snowmobile Club. He served as Director of the A.W.S.C. and the A.C.S.A.
Bill treasured the time with his family and enjoyed snowmobiling, his UTV, hunting, spending time in the garage with his boys, pressing his luck on the slots, and morning coffee with his crew.
Those that loved him knew that his rough and tough exterior really gave way to a man who truly had a heart of gold, a man who loved his wife, children, grandchildren, family, and friends more than he could ever say. Just like his old dog Jake, his bark was worse than his bite.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William and Eileen Hicks.
Bill is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marcia Hicks of Arkdale, WI; children: William E. Hicks Jr. (Melissa) of Tonica, IL; Stephanie (Wayne) Klopotek of Adams, WI; and Gary (Cindy) Hicks of Beaver Dam, WI; devoted sister, Sherry (Bob) Wettering of Morris, IL; adored grandchildren: Kaitie Klopotek, Sulleigh Hicks, Cody Hicks, Myles Klopotek, Rani Harstad, Bari Gage, Travis Engel, and Artanya Engel; and great-granddaughter, Brynnlee Elliot. Bill is further survived by an Aunt, Uncle, and nieces, and nephews.
Due to COVID-19 concerns, no services are planned for now. Once things return to normal- there will be a memorial service to celebrate Bill’s life.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Marcia and family, please accept our condolences. Our hearts go out to you. I keep thinking of all the time we spent together. Great times with great friends. Love you so much.
Our sympathy to you, Marcia and your family with the loss of Bill. God Bless and may he Rest in Peace.
Marcia, we are so sorry to hear of Bill ‘s passing. We spent many hours working on snowmobile races. He always worked to make them better. Our deepest sympathy. Sue and Scott Klein
We am so sorry to hear of your painful Loss.
Our condolences to you and your family
Lily Stout and Family
Marcia,
So Sorry to hear about Bill.
May he rest in Peace.
Marcia ~ So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. You have our deepest sympathy. Bill was a valued member of Moundview snowmobile club. If you ever want to chat over coffee, you are always welcomed to visit. Just give me a call.
Marcia so sorry for your loss you have our deepest sympathy Carl and Donna Herzog
Dear Marcia and Stephane,
It’s been way too long since we’ve seen you. Please accept our condolences in the loss of Bill. I know you will be okay. He is at peace now.
Memories, cherish them, you will. Our sincerest sympathy, to you and your family. In Friendship, Ron and Deb Boettcher
So sorry for your loss. My prayers for you and your family
Stephanie – Sorry for your loss,
Stephanie & all So sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you.
Stephanie, so sorry for your loss. My prayers for you and your family.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Got to know Bill when they had the place place at Fall River as neighbors when they came up on wk-ends from Ottawa, & became good friends to the whole family. God Bless your family, our prayers are with you. I” glad to call him friend.
Aunt Marcia, Billy, Stephanie, and Gary, we are so sorry for your family’s loss. I have great memories of Uncle Bill in Ottawa and Beaver Dam. We will see you in the Spring. Much Love!
Stephanie, so sorry for your loss.
Marcia So very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I know how he loved to snowmobile and all the meetings at the Spot. What fun he was. My prayers are with you and your family. Sam. Mulligan
MY CONDOLENCES, BILL WAS A GREAT GUY,A HARD WORKER AND HAD A PASSION FOR SNOWMOBILING. WE WILL MISS HIM GREATLY
Steph & family, So sorry for your loss. Hugs & prayers to all during this difficult time. RIP Bill.
Stephanie, I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers are for you and your family.
Dear Stephanie,
We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories help you through this tough time. Our deepest sympathy,
Love,
Gib and Ruth
You may not remember me, Marsha. I worked for Dale McConville when we sold your home and you moved north to Wisconsin. And now I find that Sherry and I have rekindled our friendship from our high school days. I am so sorry for your loss. Bill it was a great guy. Condolences to you and your family.
Our sympathy to you and your family, Stephanie; so sorry for your loss.
Luci and I are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything at all please let us know.
Oh Marcia, so sorry to hear this about Bill… thoughts and prayers coming your way…
Marcia, I’m so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing I have only known him about 7 years, He was my first customer at my rummage sale and hr stopped in every week. I called him # 1. I will surley miss him.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
So sorry for your loss Marcia. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him.
Our condolences Marcia and family
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m sending my deepest condolences to all of you. Sending many prayers to help your hearts heal
I’m so sorry to hear this. Our prayers and sympathy go out to you Marcia, Stephanie, Billy and Gary and extended family.
Marcia and all the family You have our heartfelt condolences with the passing of Bill. I always enjoyed the conversations in Bill JR’s garage when you and Bill were down in Tonica. We are sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Carol and Bill
So sorry for your loss.
In our thoughts and prayers
MARSHA AND FAMILY You all have our sympathies so sorry to hear.
Eugene and Bev O’Brion
Deepest condolences, Stephanie and family, on your loss. Virtual hugs to you.
Sorry for your loss.
Marcia, so sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry to hear sending you hugs & prayers he was one of the good guys and truly will be missed may he Rest In Peace
He will always live in your heart So sorry for your loss His star in heaven will shine brightly
Stephanie and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on your Loss.
Lily Stout and Family
So sorry Stephanie for the loss of your father! Prayers to you and your family!
Steph, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Condolences Stephanie. Prayers for a healing heart. Paul & Vicki Theisen
So sorry for your loss.. sending prayers to you all!!
So sorry on your loss
I am so sorry for your loss.