In Memory of Pops

IN MEMORIAM

William Edward Sikes
Nov. 10, 1942 - Oct. 14, 2007

I used to know him as Willie but when the kids started calling him "Pops", I did too. Early this morning Pops slipped into eternity at his home with his beloved daughters nearby. The past 6 weeks were difficult for him and the rest of us too, but we are thankful that the effects of the strokes didn't linger any longer than they did. He is missed already.

I learned several things from Pops .

>The vaule of a simple, uncluttered life - "stuff" didn't excite him.
>If a good guy shows interest in your daughter, don't interfere - he was always good to me.
>The value of doing little things for people when you can.
>You might as well do some living before you retire because retirement may not last long.

The suit I will wear to the funeral is a special one to me. Years ago when things were pretty tight, I mentioned in passing that I needed a new suit. Later in the visit he gave me some money and said he wanted me to have a new suit. Now my closet is full of nice suits, most nicer than the one I bought, but that one is a special reminder of a man who liked to do things for people when he could.

Any man with 2 beautiful daughters who loved him and cared for him to the end; 7 healthy and happy grandchildren; and more friends than you can count was truly blessed!

Treasure the moment! These pics are from the last time the kids and I ever saw Pops. We could never have known!

We will miss you Pops!

You can leave a comment for Kim -kinda like an electronic funeral guest book.

Funeral arrangements: Greenwood Funeral Home, Montgomery, Ala.

Visitation - Tuesday (Oct. 16) 6-8 pm

Funeral - Wednesday - 11 am

In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to the Will Sikes Memorial Scholarship at Backwoods Christian Camp to help a child (or more) attend camp every year. The address is:

BCC, P.O. Box 939, Lineville, AL 36266 - be sure to note that it is in honor of him. Thanks!