Ralph (Bill) William Hickey 

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Ralph Hickey, age 61, of Cropwell, AL, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023.

Ralph was born December 5, 1961 in Kenton, Ohio and lived in Cropwell, AL at the time of his passing. Ralph was preceded in death by his mother, Treva Faye Craft and father, Ralph Hickey.

Ralph (Bill) is survived by his love, Janice Fendley; two daughters, Misti Campbell (Calvin) and Stasha Hall; four grandchildren, Logan Thompson, Aiden Campbell-Leonhart, Treyce Thompson and Bryce Vaughan; one great-grandchild, Emmett; three siblings, Kimberly (Harvey) Burgess, Eric (Christina) Hickey and Randy Hickey; and many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.

Ralph was a good and faithful servant of God and loved attending church at Grace Bible Church. While his health kept him from attending, he read his bible every day and took comfort in our Lord. Ralph loved his family. He was an avid hunter and worked many years as a carpenter. He loved being outdoors, whether in his yard or getting ready for hunting season. He always rooted for his home state football team The Ohio State Buckeyes. Ralph had a loving heart; children were especially drawn to him, and his personality always had them laughing.

There will be two separate services for friends and family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 25, at New Hope Baptist Church in Pell City, AL. And A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, April 1, at 11 a.m. for family and friends at the Fion Wine Room located at 7486 OH-117, Huntsville, OH 43324, with Brother in Christ, Eugene Pitts officiating. Followed by a private ceremony at Huntsville Cemetery.