Donald "Popeye" Hickman

Donald “Popeye” Roger Hickman, Sr., age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Regency Care in Norwalk, Iowa.

Donald was born August 22, 1936 in Spring Hill, Iowa to Edward and Blanche Hickman. He was a Navy veteran and worked as a semi-truck driver for many years.

He was a beloved husband and a loving father. Donald enjoyed camping and fishing. He loved driving tractors and had an extensive tractor collection. Nobody was a stranger to Donald. He was a good friend and neighbor to all and would help anyone in need. He was always willing to lend a hand. He was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his son, Donnie Hickman; grandchildren, Jared Hickman (Jasmine), Rachel Hickman (Tyler), and Robert Riddle; brothers, Steve Hickman (Kathy) and Bill Hickman (Marilyn); many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and countless friends and neighbors.

Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Karen Ann Hickman; daughter, Kaleen Riddle; son-in-law, Bud Riddle; siblings, Jimmy and Betty; and his parents.

There will be a memorial service at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. A luncheon will follow at the Elks Lodge in Pleasant Hill.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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