Carl Hickox, Sr., 85, of Dothan, AL formerly of Geneva, AL, died peacefully surrounded by his wife and children, at Flowers Hospital after a short illness. Carl leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Kitty Yarbrough Hickox, a daughter, Kathy Hickox McCarrie (Brian) of Colorado Springs, CO, and son, Carl Hickox Jr. (Rose) of Dothan, AL. Carl was known as Papa to his 7 grandchildren, April Hickox, Carl Hickox III, Megan McCarrie, Zachary Hickox, Connor McCarrie, Madison Clark and Ezekiel Hickox and 2 great grandchildren Kaden Reynolds, and Gabriel Dodd. Other family members left behind include two sisters, one sister-in-law, two brothers-in-law, and one uncle-in-law. He also has numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive visitors at his home on Friday, January 31 from 1 to 5 pm. A simple cremation service will be arranged at a later date. The family will accept flowers or memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. The family will receive visitors at his home on Friday, January 31 from 1 to 5 pm. A simple cremation service will be arranged at a later date.