Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Saturday May 20th, 2017, in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Denver Ronald Hicks. Loving mom of Ronnie (Joanne), Doreen (Ernie), Mike (Kay), Darlene (Wayne), Charles, Susan (Dave), David (Bobbie), Mark (Mary), Sandra (Paul), and Bruce (Gerard). Devoted grandmother of an abundance of grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Sister of many loving siblings. A special “Thank-You” to Jennifer (the writer) for spending special moments with mom, as well as the staff at Extendicare Oshawa and Lakeridge Health Oshawa, specifically Cathy, for all their loving compassion and care they provided. Friends may call at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME Oshawa (905) 433-4711 for Visitation on Wednesday May 24th 2pm-4pm & 7pm-9pm. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel of the funeral home Thursday May 25th at 12:30pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations are appreciated to the Alzheimer Society or Ontario Shores Mental Health.