Robert William Wicks

Robert William Wicks, 84, of Quincy, WA passed away on May 9, 2014.

Robert (Bob) was born Aug. 28, 1929 in the Bronson Hospital, Renton, WA. His parents were Niilio and Lillian Wicks. He was proud of his Finnish heritage and of being an early resident of Talbot Hill. He went to Henry Ford grade school and attended Renton Jr. and Sr. High School, graduating in 1947. His senior year, he was selected All State football, basketball and voted student body president. In 1951 he graduated from Western Washington University with a Teaching Degree. He was in the Marine Corp from 1952 to 1954. He met Marge in 1954 and they married that year. He started his teaching career at Renton High School the same year. He was an assistant basketball coach helping lead them to a state championship. With further education and his experience in teaching, he became a counselor at Renton High School and Hazen High School; retiring in 1985.

Bob can be best remembered for his love of reading and sports, especially golf. He was a member of Maplewood and Meridian Valley Country Club. He enjoyed family time and spent many summer’s in their summer home in the community of Sunland Estates in Quincy, WA. In 1997, Bob and Marge made Sunland their permanent home.

He is survived by his wife of 59 yrs, Marge, son Bruce (Sharon), grandson Jason, his brother Wayne (Janet), nephews Rodger (Debbie), Gary (Cameron) and Mark (Julie) of Renton, WA.

At his request, no services will be held. A “celebration of his life” will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers or gifts, please make a donation in his name to: The Renton Historical Society. To share memories of Bob, please sign the online register (guestbook) @ www.scharbachs.com. Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel, Quincy, WA, is assisting the family with arrangements.