Jessica Anne Hicks, age 71, of Banner Elk, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones, Thursday, February 5, 2026, in Banner Elk. Born January 27, 1955, in Madison County, Indiana, she was the daughter of John B. and Marie Leach Hicks.

She is preceded in death by her father, John B. Hicks, a sister, Suzi Hicks and brother, Hugh Matthew Hicks.

She grew up in the NC Mountains, in the Matney Community and enjoyed her career as a Real Estate Broker.

She is survived by her mother, Marie Leach Hicks, children, Jennifer Dress (Josh), Josh Herman, Heidi Rankhorn (Chris), Josie Jennings (Zach), Matthew Williams (Heather) and her special friend, Jerry Price. She is also survived by her siblings, Bunny Stram, John B. Hicks, Jr. (Darcey), Cindy Dunnagan (Brian), Justin Hicks (Michelle) and Portia Hicks.  Other survivors include her grandchildren, Haley Rankhorn, Johnathan Rankhorn (Dacey), Trevor Rankhorn, Lily Herman, Olivia Jennings, Scarlett Jennings, Mason Jennings and one great-grandchild, June Rankhorn.  She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A private memorial service will be held by her children.

Online condolences may be sent to the Hicks Family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral Service of Boone is in charge of the arrangements.