In Loving Memory of Anna Shaw Hicks
“Anna Banana,” “Anita Bonita,” and “Auntie Annie”

It is with great sadness and an overwhelmingly heavy heart that we announce the passing of Anna Shaw Hicks, affectionately known as Anna Banana, Anita Bonita, and Auntie Annie. Born on November 2, 2001, Anna passed away far too soon on July 3, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held where she was baptized as a baby and confirmed and grew up at St. John’s Episcopal Church,
815 S Broadway St, La Porte, TX 77571,
on [Date and Time to be Announced],
with a reception to follow in Faith Hall at St. John’s.
Appetizers, refreshments, and dessert will be served. All are welcome to attend and celebrate the light Anna brought into our lives.

Anna is survived by her loving family:
Her mother, Lisa Ann Dill; father, Stephen Grant Hicks; brother, Bolton James Hicks, and his wife Christy Hicks; and her adored nephews, Bolton Ray Hicks Jr. and Christopher Joseph Dwayne Hicks. Her sweet blue healer, Lou Lou Lolita Blue Dog Hicks, her beloved puppy, which will be proudly be with St. Jack Carpenter. Mark Coyle, and Marie Tobias extended family they love Anna.

She is also survived by her grandmother, Linda Bolton Hicks; grandfather, James Ray Dill; and family member, Jack W. Carpenter.
Beloved cousins: Charlie Ray Dill, Paisley Ray Dill, Emma Brooks Hamblen, fiancé, Carlos Anthony Lopez, Margret Elizabeth Hamblen, David Allen Solis, Mary Elizabeth Solis, Benson Edward and Ashton Bouline Hicks, Arthur Joseph Hicks IV, Paisley Layne Hicks, Brooke Calda, Sara Woods, Bailey Buelow, Brandt and Tori Buelow, Blake and Cailen Buelow, Summer Brandon, and Brandy Brandon.

Aunts and uncles: Charles Ray Dill, Jo Ann Carol Dill, Elizabeth Hicks Hamblen, Christian McKinley Hamblen, Amy Bolton Hicks, David Allen Solis, Arthur Joseph Hicks III, Kristi Buelow, Steven and Amy Buelow, Brian Buelow, and Robin Buelow.

Godparents: Godfather, Lester Parkison Hamblen, and Godmother Jennifer Borro.

Anna was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Carol Ann Pavelka and Karen Ann Dill; grandfather, Arthur Joseph Hicks; uncle, Brian Buelow; and aunt, Kathy De Ann Casper Hicks. Lou Lou Hicks and Minaluska Rita Dill Hicks aka Minnie her beloved doggies.

Anna had countless cherished memories with her large, loving family. She grew up surrounded by laughter, love, and gatherings that often involved 50 or more people at a simple gathering- so many blessings. As the youngest grandchild on both sides and the only one born on Galveston Island, she was our special “BOI” – our Island Girl.

From an early age, Anna lit up every room. She was incredibly intelligent, witty, and determined. Whether performing with Bay Area Panthers Cheer and Dance, competing in cross country, volleyball, or basketball, or winning at Trivial Pursuit and water volleyball with family, she always brought energy and joy. Shw always wanted to win and did not take loosing well to the point we let her win many times just to see her that sweet smile, because if she lost there would be so many more rounds until she won.

Academically, she excelled—taking Pre-AP, AP, and Debate classes, always pushing herself to be better. She could charm anyone with her persuasive nature—like her second-grade persuasive essay explaining why she too should get an iPhone. Whether it was her charm, wit, or just her undeniable cuteness, she usually got her way.

She had a fierce love for music and fashion, always ahead of trends with impeccable taste. Makeup had to be perfect, and if it wasn’t—we weren’t leaving yet! From arguing over outfits at age three to styling herself with pink-detailed cowgirl boots at a wedding, Anna always knew what she liked and how to make it work. I loved my time at the beach with her, letting her pick her favorite songs, dancing around, and just being so beautiful inside and out. I will miss so much about her, but our times at the beach I will crave for again daily.

She was a natural leader and a deeply compassionate soul. At just 17, Anna began college at San Jacinto Junior College, later transferring to University of Houston–Clear Lake, where she lived on campus. She thrived in the hospitality industry, where she shone as a manager and server. We loved visiting her at work—watching her in action filled us with pride.

She was so beautiful even while she was being sustained to give her gift her Sweet Cousin David Allen Solis, Jr. said, “she looks like a Punk Sleeping Beauty”. That really sums it up she was beautiful inside and out and just really was a one of a kind- truly amazing.

Anna dreamed of becoming an attorney—and there is no doubt she would’ve been an incredible one. Her mind was sharp, her arguments passionate, and her heart always in the right place.

One of her final acts of love was becoming an organ donor—a true testament to her giving spirit. Even in passing, Anna continues to help others and will live on through the lives of of four other lives she is able to contribute to being saved with God’s Blessing.

She loved her nephews deeply, always showering them with gifts and affection. Anna, you are now their guardian angel, and I promise your tradition of spoiling them will continue in your name.

We miss you, our sweet Anna Banana, Anita Bonita, Auntie Annie.
We know you’re dancing in heaven, surrounded by those who greeted you with open arms.

We LOVE YOU always and forever. You will never be forgotten.
Forever in our hearts.