Donald Leslie Hicks was born on January 15, 1960, in Lumberton, North Carolina, Donald Leslie Hicks passed away peacefully at his home in Raeford, North Carolina on Wednesday, December 10th.

Donald was predeceased by his loving parents, Mamie Brumbles Hicks and Lacy Virgil Hicks; his grandparents, Lacy and Ada Hicks, and Bessie and Clyde Brumbles; his brother, Doug; his special aunt, Margaret; and his uncles, Charles, William, Stacy, Johnny Mack, and Keith. He was also preceded in death by three cousins, Stacy Jr., Stacy, and Jonathan.

He is survived by his wife, Cassandra; his three daughters, Shanna Fry (Eric), Donna Hicks, and Ashley; two step-daughters Catherin (Stephen) and Debbie (Browning) and his cherished grandchildren, Kaylee, Danielle, Kyland, Deuce, Daisy, Braxton, and Everly and a step-grandson' Jacob. He also leaves behind his sister, Elizabeth; his aunts, Nellie, Virginia, Sylvia, and Ann; his uncle, Wallace; and his cousins, Cyndy, Vickie, Chuck, Christle, Windle, Leslie, Caroline, Keith Ray, and Jason. He will also be deeply missed by his special furry companion, Bella.

Donald was a fun and funny man with a happy, friendly, and outgoing personality. He brought joy to those around him and always enjoyed making people laugh. He greeted everyone he met with a warm smile.

Above all else, Donald dearly loved and valued his family. He was the cornerstone of their lives, always willing to drop everything to offer help and support whenever needed. Donald extended this generosity beyond his family, readily assisting anyone in need. He was known as a hard worker with a tremendous work ethic, always finding a way to lend a hand to those less fortunate.

A lifelong learner, Donald possessed a natural curiosity about history and dedicated time to studying his Bible. He maintained a deep desire to gain knowledge in a wide variety of subjects, a passion that enriched his life and those around him.

There will be a time of visitation held on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm, at Floyd Mortuary and Crematory, 809 E. 5th Street in Lumberton, NC. A memorial service will immedately follow the visitation, starting at 6:00 pm, in the chapel of Floyd Mortuary and Crematory.

In lieu of flowers, Donald requested that those wishing to honor his memory would consider adopting a pet, making a donation to a non-kill animal shelter, or performing a random act of kindness for someone in need. This reflects his compassionate spirit and desire to make the world a better place.