Philip X. Fickes Obituary
We announce the death of Philip X. Fickes of Mattoon, Illinois, who passed away on July 8, 2026, at the age of 81. Philip will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Philip X. Fickes to pay them a last tribute.
Philip will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Philip will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Philip’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Russell Fickes and Verena Fickes. He is survived by: his wife Judy Fickes (Rappe); and his siblings, Dennis Fickes, Sandra Hardin and Katherine Armstrong.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul - https://ssvpusa.org.
