Charles M. Hicks , age 86, of Stockton, IL passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Allure of Stockton. He was born in High View, WV on April 13, 1937 to the late Boyd and Elsie (Whitlock) Hicks. Charles married Shelby Shumate on September 11, 1962. She passed away in 2008.

Charles was a diesel mechanic and worked in waste management. He also worked at the Apple Canyon Lake Recycling Center. Charles enjoyed old cars, entertaining kids, and being around friends.

He is survived by his daughter, Peggy (Carl) Sherblum of Rhode Island; his two granddaughters, Jennifer (Jeremy) Balfor and their daughter Hailey and Alicia Hey and her two sons, Bryce and Blake. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his sister, Betty Lou; and his brothers, Jimmy, Billy and Micky.

Arrangements are private per Charles's request.