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Donald Lee Hicks 1964-2024

Donald Lee Hicks, 60 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at The Gettysburg Hospital on Sunday, August 25, 2024.

Donald Lee Hicks
Donald Lee Hicks

Born June 30, 1964 in Huntingdon, PA, he was the son of the late Samuel C. & Joanna V. (Henry) Hicks.

Donald attended Gettysburg High School and worked as a flagman for several years. He loved the outdoors, fishing and hunting, 80’s Rock Music and was a diehard Philadelphia Eagles football fan.

He is survived by his son, Kanyon Nohkoma of Gettysburg, a granddaughter, Anastasi Crutcher, a sister, Michelle Stoner and her husband Kenneth of Gettysburg; brothers, Doug Knisely (Jen), Heath Knisely, Jamie Knisely, and nephews, Mason Knisely and Joshua Stoner.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Transitions Healthcare, Attn: Activities Department, 595 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325.

Online tributes and condolences can be made at the funeral home’s website.


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