David Brian Hicks, 40, of Tallmadge, Ohio died suddenly on Thursday, August 25, 2011, the son of William G. and Margaret (``Peggy') Hicks. 

David is survived by his parents; his brother, Robert (Lisa) Hicks; sister, Lila (Todd) Lynch; his fiancée, Amanda Cline and her son, Larry, and extended family, David and Valerie Mayfield, and their children, David and Jessica Mayfield.

David graduated from Tallmadge High School in 1988 and attended Kent State University. He was employed by N.E.C. of North Canton, Ohio and later by Kent State University as a computer software engineer.

Friends may call on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at the Donovan Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave., (On the Historic Tallmadge Circle) from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., funeral service immediately following. Private burial service will take place at a later date. 

David donated organs and tissue to the Life Bank. In lieu of flowers, David's wishes would be that donations be made on behalf of Larry Cline to The Super Learning Center, 1584 Wilson Avenue, Lakemore, OH 44250. 

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