Kathy Marie (Whitaker) Hickman

Kathy Marie Whitaker Hickman, 63, of Sanford, NC, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 surround by family.

Kathy was born in Lee County, NC, to Marie Gwyn Bolick and the late James McCoy Whitaker. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband Charles Andrew Hickman; a  sister, Viola Baker and brothers, John Powers and Darrell Powers.

Kathy is survived by her mother, Marie Bolick of Hickory; she was a dedicated mother to her two sons, Charles Andrew “Charlie” Hickman, Jr. (Crystal) and Brian Lee Hickman (Allison Haire), both of Sanford; siblings, James Whitaker (April) of Sanford, Jimmy Whitaker (Lorraine) of Sanford, Jack Powers of Hickory, and Suzanne Dickens (Daniel) of Sanford.  She also shared a special bond with her stepdaughter, Rhonda Ann Stevens (Michael) of South Carolina.

Kathy’s legacy lives on in her cherished grandchildren: Collin Hickman, Chaslyn  Hickman, Brittany Stevens, and Amanda McCarthy (Killian).

Kathy was a kind, caring person who touched the lives of all who knew her. Her love for her family and Jesus will be remembered always. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched. May she rest in peace.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Bridges-Cameron Funeral Home from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.  The funeral service will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Church (185 Calvary Church Road Olivia, NC).  Burial will follow in Buffalo Cemetery.

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