Passed peacefully away at his residence in Topsail on Thursday, October 31, 2013, age 48 yrs. Predeceased by his father Philip (1999). Leaving to mourn his mother Alice and friend Jim Geehan; brother Michael; sister Victoria. Also uncles, aunts and other relatives and friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Friday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial to place on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 11 a.m. from St. Thomas of Villanova Church, Manuels. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Vera Perlin Society. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca