WC Judge Executive, Scott Gehring issues this statement on Hick’s passing.Wayne County lost a public servant Thursday. From the early days with EMS to the Monticello Fire Department, Marvin S. Hicks Funeral Home/Hicks Vaughn Funeral Home and as Wayne County Coroner, Forrest Hicks was a steadfast cornerstone of our community. His dedication, courage, and kindness made him truly one of a kind. He will be deeply missed by everyone in Wayne County.
On behalf of our citizens, we extend our sincere gratitude to Forrest and his family for their many years of service and sacrifice. Your commitment has left a lasting legacy of safety, strength, and compassion in our county.
Scott Gehring Wayne County Judge Executive and Wayne County Fiscal Court