With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Fred Douglas Hickson Jr., 79, of Lake City, SC, who passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Life Reflections

"Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believed in God; believe also in me. My fathers house has many rooms, I am going there to prepare a place for you. " John 14:1-3

On Tuesday morning, January 6, 2026, God sent an angel from heaven for the soul of Fred Douglas Hickson Jr., affectionately known as "Bo Pete" while in a peaceful slumber at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.

Life Reflections

Fred Douglas "Bo Pete" Hickson Jr. was born August 14, 1946, in Florence County to the late Mr. Fred Hickson and Mrs. Winnie Singletary Hickson.

Fred was preceded in death by three sisters, Kizzie Mae Hickson, Ida Mae Hickson, and Margaret Coletrain; one niece, Linda Ann Barr; two nephews, Willie "Tom" Hickson, Raleigh Hickson; two great nephews, Maurice Jenkins and Jerry "Dro" Hickson.

"Bo Pete" received his formal education in the public schools of Florence County. At an early age he accepted Christ as his personal savior. He was a lifelong member of Mount Moriah Baptist Church. Fred worked as a brick mason, known for his hands on skills, determination and the pride he took in building apartments and homes. He enjoyed loving on his family and friends, he was a very compassionate uncle and a dedicated friend.

"Bo Pete" leaves to cherish his loving memories; one sister, Evelyn Barr of Durham, NC; five nieces, Ava (Issac) Rogers, Vera Jenkins, Ida Mae Edwards, Deloris Hickson and Patricia Hickson; three nephews, Pete Barr, Vern (Kim) Barr and Derek Hennegan; seven great nephews,  Issac ( Beth) Rogers, Edmond Hickson, Kareem (Angela) Rogers, John Hickson, Jamal Edwards, James (Rosa) Fulton and Skyshon Rush;  six great nieces,  Nikita Edwards, Takeisha Chambers, Bridgette Brown and Hilda Rush; five great-great nieces, Paige Brown, Emery and Yahra Tisdale, Amelia and Autumn Rogers; seven great-great nephews, Marlon Rogers, Zylan Tisdale, Cody Smith, Blake Smith, Austin Smith, Michael "Jase" White and James Fulton IV; a motherly figure, Sadie M. Graham; a dear best friend, Ronnie Gaskins; along with a host of other relatives and dear friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at 508 Ward St, Lake City, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Lake City, SC. 843-354-2292.