75 year old Bernard Edmond Hickman of Smithville died Saturday at DeKalb Community Hospital. He was employed by Westinghouse. The family has chosen direct cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Dunkirk, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Burmond and Helen Life Hickman and a brother, Eldon Hickman. Survivors include his wife, Darla Hickman of Smithville. A daughter, Peggy Cotrell. Step-daughters, Denise Bergdoll and Diana Staudinger; and a brother, Desi Hickman. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. The family has asked that donations be made to Justin Potter Library, in lieu of flowers.
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