Charlene A. Hickman

Charlene A. Hickman, born on June 27, 1941, in Greensboro, NC, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in Parkland, FL. Charlene was the daughter of the late Georgia and Charles Towns. She was educated in the Greenwich School System and furthered her studies at the New York Institute of Technology and the Mandl School of Medical Assistance in New York. A devoted woman of faith, Charlene served as the First Lady of Community Baptist Church for over 13 years. She was a former member of First Baptist Church of Greenwich, where she held numerous leadership roles, including President of the Sunshine Missionary Circle, Vice President of the Voices of Inspiration Choir, Superintendent of Sunday School for over 26 years, and President of the FBC Scholarship Committee. She also served as President of the Altar Guild, Nurses Unit, Chancel Choir, and Deaconess Board and prepared the Holy Supper at FBC for over 35 years. Charlene was deeply involved in her community. She was a former member of the Board of Directors of the Greenwich YWCA and past President of the African American Women's Club. She also served on the Board of Crispus Attucks, was a Troop 6 Den Mother, and made history as the first Black President of the Greenwich Police Women's Auxiliary. Additionally, she was a member of the New Canaan Interfaith Council and actively participated in the Connecticut State Missionary Baptist Convention (Judah Division) and a weekly prayer line. Professionally, Charlene dedicated over 30 years to Beneficial Finance/Mortgage Company and also worked at Children's Day School and Fawcett Publication. She volunteered at The Norwalk Senior Center. She is survived by her husband, Reverend Daniel F. Hickman; children Darrell (Janick), Erika, and Dan Jr. (Amy); adopted sons John Harvey, Marcus Rhaney, Mark Smith, Rob Smurlo, and Troy Jones; grandchildren Brianna, Mia, Jordan, Addisyn, and Devon; adopted grandson Trey Jones; sister Hattie Thompson; sister-in-law Betty Mason; niece Tracy Wilcher; nephew Ricky Towns; and a host of cousins and close family friends. A service will be held on Wednesday February 12, 2025 at Grace Baptist Church in Norwalk, Ct. Viewing will be held from 10-11 with the Celebration of Life Service immediately following at 11. Interment will follow at Putnam Cemetery, Greenwich, CT. Charlene’s unwavering faith and dedication to service will be remembered by all who knew her

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Charlene A. Hickman

June 27, 1941 - February 5, 2025