John Robert Wicker, 81, died Friday, October 23, 2026.
He was born February 14, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio, son of Robert and Mary Humphrey Wicker.
John was retired from Ford Motor Company and a Navy veteran. He was co-founder and president of Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky, Inc.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Wicker, and his step-son, Jerry Burke (Cathy).
Survivors include his son, John Wicker (Kim Poppe); step-son, Jamie Burke (Sheena); grandchildren; and siblings, Karen Grimes and Pam McKinney (Rusty).
His funeral service is 1pm Thursday, November 5, 2026 at Fern Creek Funeral Home with private burial in Cave Hill Cemetery. Visitation is 3-7pm Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to Raptor Rehabilitation of KY, P.O.Box 206106, Louisville, KY 40205.