Celebrating the life of
Robert Derrell "Bob" Sikes, Sr.
April 08, 1933 - February 15, 2016
Robert Derrell “Bob” Sikes, Sr., 82, passed away Monday, February 15, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Born April 8, 1933 in a community named Undine in Evans County, Georgia to Dan Alfred and Maggie Nan Sconyers Sikes. He attended Barnard Street School, Chatham Junior High and Savannah High School. In 1951 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving two years in the U.S. Navy Parachute Unit in El Centro, California. He finished his tour of duty aboard the U.S.S. Boxer in VF 151 Fighter Squadron. After returning from Korea he received an honorable discharge.
Soon after returning to Savannah he married his sweetheart Jackie Clifton on November 19, 1954. This marriage produced six wonderful children; Robert, Russell, Richard, Kathryn, Karen and Raymond Sikes; and many grandchildren.
He started his U.S. Postal Service career in 1958 and retired in 1990 with a total of 35 years. During his time with the postal service he served in many positions, Clerk/Carrier, Delivery Service Analyst, Postmaster, Manager Delivery and Collection. He retired as Director of Operations in the Savannah, GA Management Sectional Center.
Derrell is survived by his wife, Jacqueline (Jackie) Clifton Sikes, his six children and their spouses, Robert and Sue, Russell, Ricky and Linda, Kathy and Kevin, Raymond and Donna, Karen, and 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, his brother, Charles S. Sikes and nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Dr. Richard B. and Melissa Mitchell Sconyers, paternal grandparents, Daniel and Nancy DeLoach Sikes, two brothers, Dan Elton Sikes, James R. Sikes, four sisters, Georgia Belle (Franklin) Batchelor, Ola Mae (Berry) Tippins, Floria Nelle (Dock) Lewis and Loreta Forbes Felix.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, February 18, 2016 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 19, 2016 in the Hodgson Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors.
Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Remembrances may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.
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Very sorry to hear i give our families condolences i wish we could of have more contact over the years i miss the time i used too spend up thete in rockyford. Miss the days when Bobby uesd to take me hunting and fishing in the ponds. I would like too stay in touch 904 626 0963 thanks Thomas
- Thomas miller aka tommy , Jacksonville , Fl
I was so blessed to have you as my GrandPa.there is no one like you ,you are one of a kind.lots of good memories growing up.you will be missed greatly.you we're a family man.I will live my life to the fullest and spend all the time I can with my family..until we meet again...god has received another Angel love you so much granddaddy RIP love Chrissy and family ..I love you a bushel and a peck..I remember you singing that to me when I was little..
- Christina sikes Gibson and family , ellabell , ga
You were my role model. From here on out I'm doing everything for not just myself but for you too grandpa. I love you. Until we meet again...
- Wade Sikes, Savannah, Ga
I always called Darrell by that name when I was not addressing him as Sir. He was an inspiration, an honest gentleman, kind at heart and loyal to those whom he loved. Wisdom, selflessness, honesty, integrity, patient and intellectual are all attributes that come to mind without any deliberation or second guessing. Darrell to me brought much needed light into my life that was darkened after the loss of my Father in '02. Darrell truly peaked my interest in the great outdoors. We shared many good times together by boat or Samarai, the latter more bumps and bruises and some unchoice words he cut loose with because I talked him into buying one! I will miss laughing with him but I know he is sitting up above sharing some great stories with those other God-fearing Christians lucky enough to have him in that Spiritual place ---- Heaven is happy to embrace you my friend.
- Paul F. Carter, Yulee, FL
We are so sorry for your loss, earths loss is heavens gain. My God continue to comfort you & bless you during this difficult time.
- Peggy Marlatt & family, Gainesville , Fl
I only knew Mr. Bob for a few months but he was quite a hoot to be around. Im a good friend of his grandson Wade Sikes. Everytime isaw Mr. Bob he was always smiling amd in a good mood. I send my prayers out to the Sikes family.
- Justin Hadwin , Rincon , ga
See you later buddy.
- Rusty, Savannah, GA
I was truly blessed to call him my Daddy.No greater man have I ever known.I will miss our times together so much.Love you. Until we meet again.....
- Kathy Sikes Cobb, Pooler, Ga
My grandfather was one of a kind. Would drop everything to help me or anyone else out. Starting to wonder what I'm gonna do without him......
- Austin Sikes, Bloomingdale , GA
My daddy, the best father anyone could ask for. I was a true daddy's girl. He will forever be loved and missed.
- Karen Sikes, Savannah, GA
Very sorry to hear i give our families condolences i wish we could of have more contact over the years i miss the time i used too spend up thete in rockyford. Miss the days when Bobby uesd to take me hunting and fishing in the ponds. I would like too stay in touch 904 626 0963 thanks Thomas
- Thomas miller aka tommy , Jacksonville , Fl
I was so blessed to have you as my GrandPa.there is no one like you ,you are one of a kind.lots of good memories growing up.you will be missed greatly.you we're a family man.I will live my life to the fullest and spend all the time I can with my family..until we meet again...god has received another Angel love you so much granddaddy RIP love Chrissy and family ..I love you a bushel and a peck..I remember you singing that to me when I was little..
- Christina sikes Gibson and family , ellabell , ga
You were my role model. From here on out I'm doing everything for not just myself but for you too grandpa. I love you. Until we meet again...
- Wade Sikes, Savannah, Ga
I always called Darrell by that name when I was not addressing him as Sir. He was an inspiration, an honest gentleman, kind at heart and loyal to those whom he loved. Wisdom, selflessness, honesty, integrity, patient and intellectual are all attributes that come to mind without any deliberation or second guessing. Darrell to me brought much needed light into my life that was darkened after the loss of my Father in '02. Darrell truly peaked my interest in the great outdoors. We shared many good times together by boat or Samarai, the latter more bumps and bruises and some unchoice words he cut loose with because I talked him into buying one! I will miss laughing with him but I know he is sitting up above sharing some great stories with those other God-fearing Christians lucky enough to have him in that Spiritual place ---- Heaven is happy to embrace you my friend.
- Paul F. Carter, Yulee, FL
We are so sorry for your loss, earths loss is heavens gain. My God continue to comfort you & bless you during this difficult time.
- Peggy Marlatt & family, Gainesville , Fl
I only knew Mr. Bob for a few months but he was quite a hoot to be around. Im a good friend of his grandson Wade Sikes. Everytime isaw Mr. Bob he was always smiling amd in a good mood. I send my prayers out to the Sikes family.
- Justin Hadwin , Rincon , ga
See you later buddy.
- Rusty, Savannah, GA
I was truly blessed to call him my Daddy.No greater man have I ever known.I will miss our times together so much.Love you. Until we meet again.....
- Kathy Sikes Cobb, Pooler, Ga
My grandfather was one of a kind. Would drop everything to help me or anyone else out. Starting to wonder what I'm gonna do without him......
- Austin Sikes, Bloomingdale , GA
My daddy, the best father anyone could ask for. I was a true daddy's girl. He will forever be loved and missed.
- Karen Sikes, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
