Phillip Daniel Hickey Jr. 67, of New Era, passes away Thursday, May 30, 2024.  He was born February 5, 1957 in Goldsboro, North Carolina the son of Dan and Clara (Edmond) Hickey.

Phil served in the Air Force as a young man and then went on to sample several career fields before settling on truck driving. He enjoyed getting to travel all over the United States and the freedom of being on the road.

Phil is survived by:  his sons, Phillip Daniel (Valerie) Hickey III, Dennis Hickey; grandchild Malykai Glasen-Hickey; sister, Dorothy (Tom) Bastian.

Phil was preceded in death by:  his parents Dan and Clara; grandparents Rex and Dorothy Hickey, George and Marie Edmond.

Per Phil's wishes, cremation has taken place, no services are planned at this time.

Please no flowers.

Harris Funeral Home, in Shelby, is in charge of arrangements.

www.harrisfhome.com