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Sally Elizabeth "Liz" Hicks

Sally Elizabeth "Liz" Hicks obituary, Charleston, SC

Sally Hicks Obituary

Sally Elizabeth "Liz" Hicks CHARLESTON - Sally Elizabeth "Liz" Hicks November 8, 1936 - July 4, 2025 Sally Elizabeth "Liz" Hicks, 88, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, at the Life Care Center of Charleston, surrounded by love and family. Born on November 8, 1936, in Charleston, Liz was the daughter of the late Nora Belle Hoff and George F. Smith Sr. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carroll V. Hicks Jr.; her son, Mark Carroll Hicks; her brothers, William Earl Smith and George F. Smith Jr; and her sister-in-law, Gracie Lou Smith. Liz was a woman of many talents and a lifelong learner. She excelled in horticulture, entomology, cosmetology, cooking, sewing, and crocheting. Whether working in her garden or preparing a family meal, she brought passion and skill to all she did. She is survived by her children, Peggy Otto (Robert), Terry Harrison (Hank), and Bill Hicks; her grandchildren, Elizabeth Harrison, Jodi Fortunato, and Julie St. Jean (Joey); great-grandchildren, Madison Paxson (Tyler), Mason St. Jean, Dean Joseph/Dino and Amanda Fortunato; and great-great-grandson, Noah Outlaw. Liz is also survived by her sister, Geneva Boggs; her sisters-in-law, Linda J. Smith and Maxine Evors; her brother-in-law, Michael Kennedy, as well as many nieces and nephews and their families. Liz will be remembered for her strength, creativity, spirit, and love for her family. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched and the generations she helped shape. Per her wishes, there will be no service.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 9 to Jul. 10, 2025.

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Emily Watts (neighbor)

July 10, 2025

Liz lived in Oakbrook Commons, Summerville, SC for a long time. She was always helpful to anyone needing help, and she never forgot a "face" or a "name". Her memory was as big as an "elephant".
She brought joy everywhere she went, and she had many friends. I know she will be missed by a lot of people. Keep her picture around, and remember how much she loved you -- her family.

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