Alexa Alene Hicks
May 29, 1991 ~ December 2, 2025
Alexa Alene Hicks, 34, Alexandria, formerly of Columbus, passed away November 29, 2025. Alexa was born in Lubbock, Texas, on May 29, 1991, to the late Clint Hicks and Kimberly Bradley-Gilley, who survives.
Alexa graduated from Columbus North High School in 2009 and attended IUPUC. She relocated to Alexandria a few years ago to start fresh and pursue a new career. She was most recently employed at Elsa in Elwood. Alexa was an active member at Freedom House Church in Anderson, where she also volunteered in various endeavors. An adventurous and good cook, she always enjoyed learning new recipes from the latest cookbooks. She was an excellent student throughout her years and a voracious reader. Alexa’s life became complete when her son, Eli, was born. He was her world, and she was a loving and supportive mom. Alexa will be remembered for her outgoing personality and generous, helpful spirit.
Survivors include her mother, Kimberly Bradley-Gilley; her son, Eli Shafer, and his father, Jordan; and her brother, Adam Stephenson.
Alexa’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at the Jewell–Rittman Family Funeral Home, 3855 25th Street, Columbus. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, December 8, 2025, with the funeral service following at 7 p.m. Cremation rites will follow and have been entrusted to the Jewell–Rittman Cremation Center on Marr Road in Columbus. Memorial contributions may be made to an education fund for Eli Shafer, c/o Jordan Shafer. Visit www.JewellRittman.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Rick and Anita Rominger and Family purchased the Arrive in Style for the family of Alexa Alene Hicks.
Bridget Devore (Bender partner @ Elsa) purchased the Sweet Sincerity for the family of Alexa Alene Hicks.
I only knew her the last 6-7 months at Elsa. She was my bender partner and very quickly matched my energy. She always had a positive outlook towards her future. Her son, Eli, was the light of her life. Her face would shine so bright when she mentioned him. It brought her so much joy when she talked about family. With the short time I knew her and the impact she had in my heart, I cant imagine the impact she had with family and friends. She was such a blessing and had a selfless heart of gold. I am so very sorry for you loss.
Divine Peace Bouquet was purchased for the family of Alexa Alene Hicks.
I am so sorry to hear about Alexa passing. Years ago, Alexa was in my Girl Scout troop. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
Speranza House purchased the Sentiments of Serenity Spray for the family of Alexa Alene Hicks.
Paul and Jeanne Wiseman purchased the Enchanted Cottage for the family of Alexa Alene Hicks.
You were a great friend I have known you since grade school you will be missed prayers for your family fly high sweet angel
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Alexa Alene Hicks.
St. Mary Catholic Church Alexandria, In planted a Memorial Tree in honor of Alexa Alene Hicks.
I will always remember Alexa for the big heart and mindfulness of others. Her and her mom let me and my oldest son move in when he was just a small baby and we were in a bad situation. Neither of them hesitated to open their door for us. Alexa you will be missed by many but your memory will forever be alive. Rest easy!
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prayers to alexas family. I have known her since kindergarden. She was such a beautiful outgoing soul and she will be missed. I love you lexa. Fly high beautiful..
I worker with her at Dennys. She was a amazing person and my thoughts and prayers go out to her family during this difficult time.