Richard P. Hickey, 83, of Palmyra, WI passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2025 at his home.

Richard was born on August 13, 1941 in Madison the son of Stanley and Harriet (Harder) Hickey. He grew up in Whitewater, WI and was a 1959 graduate of Whitewater High School. Richard married Joyce Becker and had two children, Steven Page Hickey and Lisa Ann (Hickey) Christenson. He later married Mary Jane (Davis) Hickey. In his youth, he worked for farmers, also Whitewater Canning Company. Richard was a talented machine operator and worked for the A. O. Smith Corporation for over 27 years. He also worked for over 9 years at High Pro Corporation and 6 years at Hudapack Metal Treating. Richard was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and an avid outdoorsman.

Richard is survived by: his son, Steven Page Hickey; daughter, Lisa (Tim) Christenson, step-daughters, Susan (Jay) Maritz, Diane (John) Sharine, Donna (Paul) Hennig, and Denise (Paul) McDermit; a daughter-in-law, Laura Huebner and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other relatives.

Thank you to all our family and friends for your generous support. Peace and love to you all.

“Don’t grieve for me, for I am free. I took God’s hand when I heard Him call. If my parting has left a void in your heart, then fill it with remembered joy. My life has been full, I savored much – good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, oh yes, these things I too will miss. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me. God wanted me now, He set me free!”

Gibson Family Funeral Homes of Eagle and Palmyra, WI is serving the family. To place an online condolence please visit gibsonfuneral.com