John Lester Hickman, 64, of Racine, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at Ascension All Saints Hospital. He was born on November 3, 1956 in Tupelo, Mississippi. Born the son of Clevand and Betrice (Nee: Lockridge) Hickman. He enjoyed shooting pool and loved sports; especially football and basketball. John was always smiling. He cherished time spent with his family; especially his grandchildren. John will be deeply missed by his children, Rav’n Williams (Racine, WI), Johntavia Hickman (Tampa, FL), Donald Bostick (Racine, WI) and three other children in Atlanta, GA, and grandchildren, one granddaughter and one grandson. He will be dearly missed by his special friend Latrinda Hickman. He is survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. John is preceded in death by his parents, and sister Katrina. A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Strouf Funeral Home from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.