Obituary of Donna Ruth Hicks

Donna Ruth Swartz was born on August 1, 1937, in Monroe, Michigan. She was one of four children born from the union of Donald and Ruth (Brown) Swartz.

 

On October 16, 1955, Donna married the love of her life: Marvin Hicks at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. From this union, the couple was blessed with the birth of three children and added one by adoption. While being a new wife and mom, somehow, Donna also found the time to earn a bachelor’s degree in social work, from Eastern Michigan University. To assist in providing for her family, she then gained employment as a social worker for many years.

 

As an avid NASCAR enthusiast, Donna enjoyed the excitement the sport offered. She eventually turned this passion into a job, moving to North Carolina to take a position for the famous number 5 car driver: Geoff Bodine.

 

In line with her compassionate spirit Donna was a dedicated advocate for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. A charity she tirelessly raised funds for annually. 

 

Donna Ruth Hicks, 86, of Monroe, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 15, 2024. Her passing was preceded by her parents: Donald and Ruth Swartz; her husband: Marvin Hicks Sr.; three brothers: David Swartz, Dennis Swartz and Douglas Swartz; and two children: William and Megan Hicks.

 

To cherish her memory, she leaves two children: Marvin (Dawn) Hicks Jr. and Paula (Doug) Fisk; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

 

Her care has been entrusted to Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe; 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185. A graveside service was held on Thursday; July 18, 2024, at Roselawn Memorial Park in LaSalle, Michigan.

 

Memorials in her honor are suggested to Make-A-Wish Foundation.  Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.