Linda Gail Hicks
March 19, 1954 - May 14, 2021
Obituary
Linda G. Hicks lovingly known as “Gail” was born in Natchez, Mississippi on March 19, 1954 to the union of Emma Lee Smalls and Charles Smith. Linda “Gail” Hicks and family moved to Seattle, WA in 1961, where she attended Seattle Public Schools and later graduated from Cleveland High School. Gail continued her education and graduated from Culinary School as a Pastry Chef. Gail furthered her career as a loving and devoted Caregiver at Catholic Community Service where she retired.
On August 18, 1979, Linda “Gail” Smith and Huey “Wayne” Hicks were united in Holy Matrimony. They were married for 41 years until the passing of her husband and out of that union came one son Wayne “Lamar” Hicks who preceded in death in 2014.
Gail was a loving soul and her door was always open to family and friends. Gail enjoyed the simple things in life. Gail was understanding, level-headed, and a friend to all. There wasn’t a holiday that went by that she didn’t cook, and not a birthday that came she didn’t bake a cake. She was a 2nd mom to many and the backbone of our family. Gail enjoyed watching her Soap Operas, Cowboy’s, and her sports (wrestling, football, tennis, etc.) Gail was a connoisseur of great food and had an extraordinary palate.
On May 14, 2021, Linda Gail Hicks was called to be with the Lord. Gail will forever be loved and missed.
Gail is preceded in death by Stepfather Joseph T. Smalls, Mother Emma Lee Smalls, Father Charles Smith, Son Wayne “Lamar” Hicks, husband Huey “Wayne” Hicks. Linda “Gail” Hicks leaves behind her brother and his wife Charles and Rhonda Smith of Las Vegas, NV, sister Carolyn “Diane” Smith, sister Lorrie Ann Smalls, Aunt Thelma Washington, daughter-in-law Patrina “Shawn” Hicks, grandchildren Hassaun Hicks, Claudia Hicks, Ke’Monie Hicks, Malik Hicks, Kieyzhaya Hicks all of Seattle, WA and a host of relatives, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
I’m going to miss you so much Aunt Gail. You taught me how to be loving and caring. You were my 2nd mom. I’m so thankful that you had a part of my life. This took me by surprise and I know that you are happy and in a better place. Please let Lamar and Uncle Wayne know that I miss and love them.
Until we see each other again my beautiful queen 💛💖 love you with all my heart
God need another great flower to add to his garden. Aunt Gail was everyone aunt. She called everyone baby and genuinely cared for all. Because of her I got my name so I’m greatly to share the name and those some of her great qualities . You’ll truly be missed .
From the 1st day we met you have always been my best friend, then you became my sister-in-law. We were there for each others pregnancies, when you asked me to move to Vegas with you and Wayne, I went because of friendship, you were my roll dawg. We stood by each other for 41yrs and I am truly grateful for you and our friendship. I will hold our memories near and dear to my heart and I will always love you. I will miss your beautiful smile and your words of encouragements. My sister, my BFF rest until God brings us together again 💓
R.I.P Gail Hicks.
To the Greatest Sister in Law of all time I am so great full u inter my life only God knows how much Love I had for you you have been a blessing since I first saw you I new you would and was the perfect wife and mother for my brother I will never forget the love you showed towards me you will never be missed because you r in my heart forever in Jesus name amen Love you Sister in Law
I love and miss you so much aunt Gail. Rest in love
There will never be a soul as sweet as yours Aunt Gail. You will truly be missed, we love you.
I love you so much and will miss you a lot
Love you auntie❤️ Not a day goes by when I don’t wake up and see you and uncle Wayne together on my wall. Forever in my prayers🙏🏾
Aunt Gail… my thoughts are filled with sadness and questions but my heart working towards easement.
Easement came so naturally to you; beautiful bright smile and calm demeanor, along with energy that exuded warmth and peace. Your hugs made me feel safe. You’re attentiveness made me feel heard. Your kind hearted nature made me remember that good exists in people and the world around us.
You silently modeled so many great things that I could continue to list. Those examples spoke volumes about your character.
Instead of “I will miss”, I hope to remember all of those unique qualities about you and compare every banana pudding and German chocolate cake to yours.
You are forever loved, greatly missed, and will always be remembered.
May you RIP beloved. You made everyone around you feel the love you have in your heart. You will truly be missed. Love the Horn family.
Veronica Washington