April Ann Dove Hicks

Knoxville, TN resident and Smithville, TN native April Ann Dove Hicks, age 60, was born August 29, 1964 and died October 3, 2024 at St. Thomas West Hospital following an extended illness.

A homemaker and member of the Church of Christ, she was the daughter of the late William Earl and Jo Ann Davenport Dove. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sister, Dawn Dove. 

She is survived by children, Haleigh (Ben Gretzinger) Hassell of McMinnville, TN, Sara (Kyle) Hale of Sparta, TN, Steven (Melodi Wescott) Hicks of Rockwood, TN and Joshua Hicks of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Kasin Hicks, Silver Hassell, Cody Hicks and Alexander Wescott; niece, Brandee Greene and her children; nephew, Zach Greene and special friend, Amanda Hughes.

Per her wishes, Ms. Hicks will be cremated and a service will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with expenses. Contributions may be at the funeral home or by Venmo https://www.venmo.com/u/HighFuneral-Home. 

Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com.

High Funeral Home and High's Cremations, Inc. are in charge of arrangements.