Obituary of Edna Hicks

Edna Hicks

Edna Hicks (born October 14, 1895 in New Orleans, Louisiana) was a singer and musician who was best known for recording the songs "Hard Luck Blues,” "Poor Me Blues", "Down Hearted Blues,” and "Gulf Coast Blues.” Edna died on August 16, 1925 and her death was because she was accidentally burned after splashed gasoline was ignited by a candle she was holding. She died at the tender age of 29.

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Edna Hicks Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Hicks, Edna
Common Name: Edna Hicks
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Birth Date: October 14, 1895
Age: 29 (at death)
Also Known As: Lucille Landry
Occupations:
- Singer
- Musician
Genre: Rhythm and Blues Music
Active Years: 1910-1925

Net Worth: $3 to $5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Violet
Favorite Scent: Dolce & Gabbana The One
Favorite Actor: Lauren Bacall

Edna's Family Tree

Birth Name: Edna Landry
Father: Victor Landreaux
Mother: Rena Moore
Sister(s):

Lizzie Miles (1895-1963)

Spouse/Partner:

Will Benbow (married 1912-divorced?)

Death Notice:

Date: August 16 1925 at age 29
Place: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Cause of Death: Accident (burned from gasoline)
Interment: Buried at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Worth, Illinois

Category Tags:

Singer Musician Rhythm and Blues Music Genre American Born on October 14th Born in 1895 Born in Louisiana Died in 1925 Died at age 29 Died from Accident

Quotable Quotes:

"Edna Hicks led a remarkable life full of love, laughter, and unwavering strength until she peacefully joined her loved ones in eternal rest. (V)"

"Edna Hicks was a highly accomplished lawyer, known for her dedication and meticulous attention to detail, who tragically passed away in her prime due to a sudden and unexpected illness. (V)"

Is Ms. Edna Hicks still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.