Helen Fay Hicks

Helen Fay Hicks, age 85, of Waverly, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024, at St.Thomas West in Nashville, TN. She was born on December 19, 1938, in Humphreys County, TN to the late Lela Bohanan Hicks and James Hicks, Jr.  Helen was a testament to a life well-lived, full of passion, dedication, and adventure. For over 40 years, Helen devoted her career to the Human Resources Department at Bell South, where she was known for her unwavering commitment to her work and her colleagues. Her professionalism and kindness touched many lives. Helen's zest for life extended beyond her career. She was proud to have traveled to all 50 states across the United States and ventured abroad, exploring the beauty of Kenya, Australia, New Zealand, and various countries throughout Europe. Her spirit of adventure was matched only by her warmth and ability to connect with others, creating lasting memories and friendships along the way.

Left to cherish her memory is her sister, Peggy Gordon; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and friends.

Along with her parents, Helen is preceded in death by brother, Bud Hicks; sisters, Bonnie McKlemurry and Ruth Swearns and her nephew, Scott Gordon.

A visitation will be held at Luff-Bowen Funeral Home in Waverly on Friday, November 15, 2024, from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M., and also on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 10:30 A.M. until the time of service at 1:00 P.M. Interment will take place at Simpson Cemetery in Waverly, TN.

The family has requested that no food be brought to the funeral home during either visitations or funeral service.

Arrangements are entrusted to Luff-Bowen Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made by visiting our website at luffbowen.com.

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