Darnell Wicks Obituary

In loving memory of Darnell Wicks (Urbana, Illinois), born in Sidney, Illinois, who departed this world on February 8, 2025 at the age of 7. Darnell leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Darnell Wicks to pay them a last tribute.

Though Darnell may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Darnell touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He is survived by: his parents, Malaysia Wicks of Champaign, IL and Darnell Hayes, Jr. of Champaign, IL; his great-grandparent Karla Toliver of Urbana, IL; his great-great-grandparent Dollie Wolfolk of Savoy, IL; his godmother Nakia McFarland of Champaign, IL; his aunt Tanisha Baity of Champaign, IL; his great-great-grandparent Mollie Stone; his great-grandparent Punkin Stone; his aunt Danyale Hayes; and his grandfather Darnell Hayes Sr..

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Vinyard Church (1500 N Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL 61801). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 at 12:00 PM at the Vineyard Church (1500 N Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL 61801).