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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Blaine and Kim Boudreau
Cathy & Stephen Tower
Sincere condolences to all the family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss.
Patricia MacEachern
Through this time of unexpected grief may your wonderful memories of Jimmy help you; I will always remember him with an amazing smile that went to his eyes. Sending prayers to the Hickey family
Tara Timmons
Sadie and I have you all in our hearts. Sadie sends a hug to Emma and all our thoughts.
Dave Hanlon
I was shocked to hear of Jimmy's passing. We worked together in 2 Svc Bn and on OP Structure. Then Lt Hickey was my first QMO and very wet behind the ears. Quickly and with much respect from the troops, Jimmy became a true leader in the trade. Always ready with a smile and a hand shake, Jimmy was, and always will be, a true mentor and friend. My deepest condolences to Nicole, Emma and Bethany. Always remember your husband/dad was a Great man to all.
Diana Kortelainen
Even though I only worked with Jimmy aka James for a short time in Ottawa, his kind demeanour and infectious smile were immediately apparent and he became a role model for many junior log officers. We will all miss you. Condolences and prayers to all his family.
Sylvain Gagnon
This is so sad, I worked with James at CTC HQ in Gagetown a few years ago, just a solid officer and an awesome guy. My sincere condolences to the whole family!
Christine Ashton
He was a great work colleague and such a nice man. So sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences to the entire family during this difficult time.
William Murphy
My heart goes out to your family. I didn't know you very well but I did know how important they were to you.
Roussin Jean Baptiste
Sincere condolences to the family and his loved ones.
Our deepest condolences to all