Doyle Hicks

Doyle Hicks, (78), of Denver,CO passed away July 5th, 2016 after losing a battle with cancer. He was born in Seagraves, TX on February 28, 1938 to Joseph and Gertrude Hicks. He was one of nine children. Doyle married Betty Ann Schutt on March 23, 1960. Doyle is survived by his wife Betty, daughters Melisa (Mark) Somers (CA)and Tysha Campbell (FL), three beautiful grandchildren Kaily (18), Gannon (11) and Tinley "Tin Tin" (5). He is also survived by sisters Darlene Lazenby (Charles) (LA) and Janell Hastings (Jim) (OK), one brother Glen Hicks (Jean), and several brother-in-laws and sister-in laws and many nieces and nephews.

And we can't forget he had three grand-dogs (Kona, Koa and Ginger), 1 grand-cat (Maui). He also left behind his favorite pal KG his beloved Chihuahua who will miss him dearly. Family and friends will all miss this wonderful man.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Gertrude Hicks, His brothers Bob Hicks (Rosemary), JC Hicks (Nadine), Don Hicks (LaQuita), sister's Wanda June Lewis (Leroy) , Choeata Potter. Also mother and father-in-law Irene and Marvin Schutt.

As a child Doyle worked hard in the cotton fields, also later in the oil fields of West Texas. After marrying Betty in Kermit, TX they moved to Colorado in 1960. He worked for Hensel Phelps Construction Company for 31 years starting as a laborer, foreman and then in the safety department. He worked on several High Rise buildings downtown and at the new airport DIA. After retiring, Doyle enjoyed going to McDonald's for his morning coffee and meeting with friends. He also got dubbed the "taxi driver" for giving many people ride's here and there. If you needed something all you had to do was give Doyle a call and he would try to do what he could for you. He was a gentle giant who loved his family, friends and all the adventures they had together.

He enjoyed many trips but especially enjoyed a cruise and a trip to the Rose Bowl in California. Doyle was always happy to be visiting his kids and grandkids in California and Florida. He also had many outdoor activities, hunting, fishing, boating and camping. He had a wonderful time going to Blackhawk and visiting some of the casino's. He even was a big winner once.

His grandchildren kept him on his toes and fully entertained, with lots of activities. He loved being a part of teaching his oldest granddaughter (Kaily) how to perfect her driving skills (He was the only one brave enough) and watching the movie Mulan countless times. He was a big fan at his grandson's (Gannon) baseball games. Watching him pitch the ball, cheering on his travel team and also helping him perfect his bow and arrow skills. His youngest granddaughter (Tinley) he referred to as his "Little Angel" who provided him with many works of art. She also was very caring and if he was ill she would try to comfort him. They will all greatly miss their Poppo.

Doyle was cremated and will be buried at Sea. A private remembrance will be held at a later time.

Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Rocky Mountain Cancer Assistance (RMCA), www.rockymountaincancerassistance.org