April 29, 2025, 60, Goldsboro —

James Wesley Hicks III, a resident of Goldsboro, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025. Born on July 28, 1965, to James Wesley Hicks Jr. and Ruby Lancaster Hicks in Wayne County, NC.

James leaves behind two beloved sons, Wesley Hicks, IV (Jamie) and Michael Hicks (Savannah), both of Elizabeth City, NC, four grandchildren, Trevon Turner, Makenna Turner, Brier Hicks, and J.C. Hicks, three devoted sisters: Vickie Pate (Glenn), of Pikeville, NC, Janice Sasser (Glenn) and Norma Braswell (Scott) of Goldsboro, NC. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

James had a caring heart and a great love for his family and all animals. Although no formal services will be held, James will be missed by his family and friends who remember him.