Jewell Ellean Hicks

A strong headed woman has left this world and now rests in heaven. Jewell Ellean (Lindsey) Hicks, of Jonesboro, IL, passed away October 16, 2020 at the young age of 69. She was actually 90, but loved telling everyone she was 15-20 years younger even to the end. Jewell was born in Pulaski, IL to Hester Armeady (McBride) and Barney Lindsey on May 16, 1930. She married the love of her life, Harold Dale Hicks in Caitlin, IL in 1948. They celebrated 55 years together until Dale's death in 2003. Jewell retired from SIU Carbondale Bakery in 2008. She was an excellent baker and love decorating the many wedding cakes, birthday cakes, and holiday treats for SIU students as well as her family. Her greatest passions after retiring were her yard and many flower gardens. Most times she could be found outside in her yard tending to every corner of it or sitting on her patio admiring all her hard work. Jewell will be remembered by her two sons Larry Dale Hicks and Michael Allen (Karen) Hicks; three grandchildren, Lindsey (Ryan) Sadler, Hailey (Jay) New and Dustin (Hanea) Hicks; six great grandchildren, Landon Sadler, Paisley, Holden and Anistyn New, Harper and Miles Hicks; two step grandchildren, Jeannie (Eddie) Martin and Julie (Jeff) Elmore; four step great grandchildren, Kailey New, Ashley (Lance) Luginbill, Jared (Jane) Martin and Amanda Martin; one sister Martha Jerrell. She was preceded in death by her husband Harold Dale Hicks, daughter-in-law Aleta Hicks, brother Earl Lindsey, and sister Rose Ray. Private Graveside Services will be held at Jonesboro Cemetery in Jonesboro, IL. Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Envelopes are available at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna.