James Patrick Joseph Hickey was born 19 July 1972 in Sydney, Nova Scotia. He grew up in Port Hawksbury, Nova Scotia. Upon high school graduation, he attended Cape Breton University graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1995. After several years working in the private sector, he enrolled in the Canadian Armed Forces on 17 January 2002 as an army logistics officer. Following completion of basic and language training, he was posted for a short period of time to CFB Gagetown, New Brunswick, followed by a posting to 2 Service Battalion in Petawawa, Ontario where he deployed on Operation STRUCTURE, the armed forces response to the tsunamis that battered Southeast Asia in December of 2004. In 2006 he was posted to Ottawa where he filled several different military roles, deployed to Afghanistan, and deployed on his second humanitarian mission, this time to Haiti. While in Ottawa, he married his sweetheart of eight years, Nicole Julliette Viau. They would later become the proud parents of two lovely daughters, Emma, born in Ottawa and Bethany, born in New Brunswick. The next 13 years would see the family move three more times across the country finally landing back in Ottawa. James often spoke fondly of his wife and daughters and the joy and excitement they would bring into his life. He was a loving father, a patriotic officer, and a faithful friend who humbly served his family, his country, and many others abroad. James is survived by his wife Nicole, daughters Emma and Bethany, parents John and Betty, and six siblings, Elizabeth (Steve), Patricia (Jim), Susan (Mike), Kelly (Ted), John and Raymond (Ashley). Flowers may be sent to the Beechwood Cemetery at 280 Beechwood, Ave, Ottawa ON, K1L 8A6. In lieu of flowers, an education savings fund has been established for his daughters and the funds can be donated via etransfer to emmabethanyhickey@gmail.com. or deposited at any TD Canada Trust Bank to banking details: Transit 40891 Institution 004 Account 6289228.
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Jody Mattie
Jason Sampson
Our deepest condolences to the Hickey family. Jimmy will be forever remembered. Another soul taken way too soon.
Jason Aucoin
My sincere condolences to the family.
Johnny was always kind to every one he ever had dealings with. He will be missed by many.
Gone but never forgotten.
Laureen (MacIntyre)Landry
My condolences go out to the entire family. Jimmy was one of the best. Had so many great times growing up and particularly in High School. Gone way too soon.
James DeBruin
Wrenched by this news. Having known Jimmy since Borden early in his training and having kept in touch through the military since then, this is sad news. Heartfelt condolences to Nicole and the girls. Respectfully, James
Stan Mac Neil
Deepest condolences to the Hickey family and his wife and children. Such a fine young man, always enjoyed talking with him and sharing stories. ❤️
Michelle Mac Kinnon
My condolences and prayers to Jimmy's whole family, such sad news
Maurice, Wendy Meagher and family
Our sincerest condolences.
We are very sorry to hear about your loss..
jim marchand
So sorry for your loss Sending condolences to the family and friends.
Kelli Simmons MacNeil
My sincerest condolences to the Hickey Family. Growing up with Jimmy, I can honestly say his quick wit and kindness made him a friend to all. Rest in peace Jimmy.
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the Hickey family on your profound loss. Jimmy was a fine man and a friend to all. His energy and enthusiasm were infectious and his brilliant smile made anyone he met know they had an instant friend. Jimmy loved his “rivalry” with the boys from Tamarac and I’ll always remember all the fun times in the rink and the soccer fields.