Benjamin Millard Hickey, Jr.

Benjamin “Benny” Hickey Jr., age 77, of Knoxville, passed away on October 20, 2026.

Benny was a man of Baptist faith and was the retired owner of Overbrook Auto parts. He will be remembered and deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Hugh and Grace Hickey; his father and mother, Ben and Hazel Hickey; his wife, Patricia Hickey; his brother-in-law, Ray Cogdill; and his aunt, Lela Wilson.

He is survived by his sister, Wilma Jean Cogdill; his sons, Scott (Missi) Hickey, Shane Hickey, Pete (Jeanne) Brady, and Matthew Brady; and his daughter, Paige (David) Walker. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Alex Hickey, Kaitlyn Walker, Raquel (Justin) Smith, Connor Hickey, and Madison Brady; and his great-grandson, Boone Grady Smith. He will also be missed by his niece, Mitzi; nephews, Mike and Jeff; several special friends; and many other loved ones.

Special acknowledgments are extended to Jane Benson and Carrie Bethea for their kindness and support.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Mynatt Funeral Home, with a service to follow at 8:00 p.m.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Rev. Wayne Lay officiating.

Serving as pallbearers will be Scott Hickey, Shane Hickey, Pete Brady, Matthew Brady, Alex Hickey, Connor Hickey, and David Walker.

Benny will be lovingly remembered by those who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

Online condolences can be made at www.mynattfh.com.