Richard Eugene Hickman

I wish Heaven had a phone, so I could hear your voice again.

 

I thought of you today, but that was nothing new.

 

I thought about you yesterday and all the days before that, too.

 

I think of you in silence and often speak your name.

 

All I have is memories and your pictures in frames.

And a beautiful granddaughter called Scarlett.

 

 

Well another Thanksgiving come and gone.  I think of you every day, but fond memories of Thanksgiving day.  Always Dallas cowboys on t.v., good food, laughs, and other memories as well.  We spent the day at Amys' moms.  It was the first time in over 20 years I haven't cooked, but it was nice.  As always, thank you for the beautiful granddaughter you gave us.  Eric is so crazy about her and she loves her poppa.  We love you and miss you like crazy.

This is not a memory, more of a thank you!!! Rick, our daughter has grown so much. She has a lot of you in her. She has hit the terrible two's and boy do I see you more every day. She is so independant, wants to clean everything, and so beautiful. So I just want to say thank you for giving her to me. Then I want to say, ok you can have your attitude back, whisper in her ear and tell her that momma is still the boss even though she thinks she is the boss now.....LOL

Hi sugar.  Time sure skips by.  I am so happy to be able to watch your beautiful baby girl grow.  I just wish you were here, you would be so proud.  Amy is a wonderful mother and I know you and she would have been so happy if things could have different.  We all love and miss you very much.     

Well, I can't believe it will be a year in just a few days. You know I look at Scarlett everyday and see you smiling at me through her. I miss you so much. I wish you were her to see your beautiful baby girl. You know I look at her all the time and say "Hey Beautiful." Does that sound familiar? Well, baby I have to get back to work. I Love you.

Rick,

It still doesn't seem right to me that you are gone. We had alot of good times together and I know that we will all see you again on day..You have the most beatuiful baby girl....

Danielle sure misses you too... She still talks about how you taught her how to shoot dice.....She is going to be a senior in high school next year..

You will always have a special place in our hearts and we love and miss you as does anyone who had the pleasure to know you even tho sometimes you could be a pain in the neck...lol We still love ya...

we went to the Dr. yesterday.  everything is great.  we'll know next month whether it's a boy or girl (I'm sure you already know).  Love and miss you alot, but we're managing one day at a time.  Of course the baby is a BIG comfort. 

Debbie and Amy, Just thinking about you both. I hope you both know that Rick is thought of by those of us, who did not get to see him much. He will always be that mischeviuos little boy to me. Love ya.    Helen

well we went for the ultrasound, and everything looks great.  Baby was kicking and waving its' hand.  we'll find out the sex in a couple of months.  We have a due date of March 11,2008.  we sure love and miss you.  still hard to believe you're gone.  we're managing, and hanging in there.  we know that's what you'd want for us.

we love you forever.

just to let you know you are loved and missed.  Eric is having a hard time, but with Gods' help we'll get through.  I missed the way you could make me laugh although I would be so mad at you, yet you had that thing about you, so i couldn't stay mad for long.  Amy and kids are fine.  So is the baby.  we're sure praying for that little girl you wanted.  I also found a bluebird feather on the porch (never have all the time we've lived here).  Eric also found one, so we know you're still around.  Oh, by the way, I've still got the feathers.  I love and miss you my son.........mom

The one thing I will miss the most is hearing him tell me how beautiful I was everyday. There was not a day that went by that he didn't tell me. He asked me one day if I knew why I loved him and of course I knew, but I let him tell me why I loved him. His answer was "Because I make you laugh." That he did no matter what mood I was in, he always made me laugh. For the last 4 1/2 years, I knew we were meant for each other. I know he was happy and he will live on through the baby. Debbie and Eric, we are forever bonded, and would be even if there was not a baby. The baby will bring us the comfort we are desperately needing and I will make sure to take care of myself and the baby. Love you guys! You know Rick and I loved each other very much and that will never change.

Debbie,

What a joy Ricky was to you. If any child ever felt loved, it had to be Ricky.

May you find comfort in the wonderful memories of the times you shared together.

I remember him teasing Nicole when they were little. And just being an all around

mischevious boy. As most boys are. I am sure Ricky never lost the fun loving "little boy" in him. But now, he is gone, to be with his Father. Take comfort in knowing that. And that you will see him again. He will always be missed and loved by those left behind.  May the Lord give you peace and comfort. Lots of love to you.

Debbie,

We are so sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Not a day goes by that I think of you all.Rick will truly be missed,but he is with our Lord now.We Love you very much.Love You Guys Always