Donald "Big D" Ray Hickey

I want to send Donald's family and friends, especially Vera, comforting thoughts at this time. Donald was a true gentleman and will really be missed. I'm so grateful for our talk a week before his passing. I will use the strength from his words to help with the healing process.

Donald was one of the sweetest and nicest men I have ever met. He was always there whenever anyone needed anything. Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. He was one of my favorite people. He will truly be missed.

Janis Thibodeaux

Donald,
While we were not related by blood I considered you my brother in friendship. You were an amazing friend and I will treasure the miles & smiles we shared riding our Harleys. Thanks for always getting "my coke" in the mornings when we traveled together. While I find it hard to know I will never get one of your great hugs or kisses on cheeks, I find comfort that you along with George and my Dad will be my angels riding with me in my daily life.
To Joel, Jeff. Ms. Kirkland and all the family...again thank you for sharing Donald with me and the many people that were touched by Donald. Ms. Kirkland you can be proud of the awesome son you raised. Joel & Jeff..there is no Dad on this earth that could have been more proud of their kids than he was of you two.
Thoughts and prayers to all the family. We were truly blessed to have Donald in our lives.
Rest in Peace my friend...love ya always!!

I met Donald thorough a friend. He was a very caring and thoughtful man. I truly admired him. My prayers are with the family.

Hey Vera. I am so sorry for your loss. I feel truly blessed to have been able to spend what little time I did with you guys at OCBM. Donald was always such a gentleman, and reminded me of a giant teddy bear!! I wish we had all been able to spend more time together. I will be praying for you. It would be unrealistic for me to ask you to let me know if you need anything. Anyone in this situation needs SOMETHING. I will ask God instead to guide me in the best way to offer support at this time. May God grant you peace. All my love, Robyn

Don and I have been friends for a long time. He worked in my ex-wifes office at AT&T as my ex-wife and I retired from there. We have played many card games together, went to Las Vages one time and he and I used to take my boat out in the gulf fishing many time. I could tell you some stories. I saw his youngest son almost being born. So many memories. Don was a good person and will be dearly missed.

Vera, we are heartbroken to hear of Donald's passing; he never met a stranger. How he loved to ride his Harley!
Patricia, thinking of you and the family during this time of grief for your brother.
Sending you prayers of comfort for the days ahead from across the miles.

Ran into Donald not long ago, Philip Johnson and I would meet a Donalds house in the 7th grade and walk to Bowie Jr. High. Even tempered, nicest sweetheart of a guy you would ever hope to meet. Gonna miss him. So sorry for the sudden void and loss in everyones lives he touched.

Big D,
You were the nicest person and an true friend. You were always ready to give a helping hand! That's what made you are Great person. It's hard to believe your gone! I will miss you alot!! I know you have some Big Wings !! Peace be with you and your family. Love You ! Joe & Sheila Roberts

Joesl,Jeff,Pat,Grandmaw & girls, Im so sorry to hear about Donald. He was a great person. There will never be another like him on this earth. I have all of you in my prayers and thoughts. Donald, you are very precious to me. I will always treasure all the fun times and memories I have of you. Thanks for all you ever did for me and my mom. You were such a saint helping me take care of her. I know it was a real chore to take her gambling with you. lol She loved you. I will always love you Donald, you are a great friend. love always, Karen