Cheryl Hickmon, President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Dies

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By Alyssa Wilson Published: January 25, 2022

Cheryl Hickmon, President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Dies

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Cheryl Hickmon served as a member of the Black Greek letter organization for almost 40 years.

The Black Greek community is mourning after the sudden passing of Cheryl Hickmon, the national president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

The national president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (@dstinc1913) has passed away. Former President Beverly Smith joins #BNCLive to celebrate the life of Cheryl A. Hickmon. pic.twitter.com/v49E1seimh
— Black News Channel (@BNCNews) January 22, 2022

The sorority confirmed Hickmon’s death in the following statement:

“It is with great sorrow that Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. shares the passing of our beloved National President and Chair of the National Board of Directors, Cheryl A. Hickmon. President Hickmon transitioned peacefully on January 20, 2022, after a recent illness. ”

It is with great sorrow that Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. shares the passing of our beloved National President and Chair of the National Board of Directors, Cheryl A. Hickmon. President Hickmon transitioned peacefully on January 20, 2022 after a recent illness. #DST1913 pic.twitter.com/ZDO40chFw8
— dstinc1913 (@dstinc1913) January 20, 2022

Hickmon joined the organization in 1982 when she was initiated into the Alpha Xi Chapter at South Carolina State University. The Hartford, Connecticut, native served in various positions on the chapter, regional and national level before being elected to National President.

In her professional career, Hickmon supervised in vitro fertilization laboratories for andrology and endocrinology at the Montefiore Institute of Reproductive Medicine and Health. She spent more than 30 years as a licensed clinical laboratory technologist who took joy in helping couples have children.

Tributes to Hickmon poured in online, including from politicians, political groups and the other sororities and fraternities in the National Panhellenic Council.

The NPHC Community sends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. on the passing of the 27th National President, Cheryl A. Hickmon. pic.twitter.com/DDjbA5zk92
— NPHC HQ (@NPHCHQ) January 20, 2022

Cheryl Hickmon was a valued member of our big Connecticut family. As the National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and President of the Hartford Alumnae Chapter, her work to enlighten, educate, and elevate young Black women made a great impact on many lives. (1/2) https://t.co/RvHYtKeT1m
— Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) January 20, 2022

We join our sisters of Delta Sigma Theta in mourning the passing of their National President, Cheryl A. Hickmon. God will build up those precious memories and bless you through these trying times. Let’s please keep the family of Sister Cheryl in our thoughts and prayers. pic.twitter.com/4COSmJTBfO
— Dr. Glenda Glover (@gloverpres) January 20, 2022

We are deeply saddened by the loss of @dstinc1913 National President and Chair of the National Board of Directors, Cheryl A. Hickmon. Our prayers and thoughts are with her family and loved ones. May her memory be a blessing. pic.twitter.com/aCTdviQJWj
— The Black Caucus (@TheBlackCaucus) January 20, 2022

The @SecondGentleman and I extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cheryl Hickmon and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Our hearts are with the members of the sorority she led, the community she served and all those who mourn her loss.
— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) January 22, 2022

The members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority join our sisters of Delta Sigma Theta in mourning the passing of Cheryl A. Hickmon, National President.

We will keep President Hickmon's family, friends and sorority sisters in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/l2wvtn24ZJ
— Alpha Kappa Alpha (@akasorority1908) January 21, 2022

We send our deepest condolences to the women of @dstinc1913 on the passing of your National President, Cheryl A Hickmon. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and your members. pic.twitter.com/YXniWQ6oWg
— Zeta Phi Beta (@ZPHIBHQ) January 21, 2022

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. extends our condolences to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in the passing of International President Cheryl A. Hickmon, and joins in honorable reflection of her life and legacy. ⁠ pic.twitter.com/3Y1UOSPUCU
— Sigma Gamma Rho (@SGRho) January 21, 2022

The beloved National President of @dstinc1913, Cheryl A. Hickmon was a beautiful, authentic, and powerful leader who inspired and encouraged us to push forward. I am grateful for the precious memories. pic.twitter.com/OIQsaEsREu
— Rep. Val Demings (@RepValDemings) January 21, 2022

On behalf of Dr. David E. Marion (41st Grand Basileus), the Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. extend our most heartfelt condolences to the family of Madam President Cheryl A. Hickmon & the Women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. @dstinc1913 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/BoKRbWUq1C
— Omega Psi Phi (@OfficialOPPF) January 20, 2022

Cheryl A. Hickmon was a devoted leader of her community. Since 1982, she’d been a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and served in many capacities at the chapter, region, and national level before being elected National President. Rest In Power, Cheryl 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/XpNfH6JQU3
— Ben Crump (@AttorneyCrump) January 21, 2022

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. mourns the passing of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. National President & CEO Cheryl A. Hickmon.

Read more at: https://t.co/FZYg7IrpiY #APA1906Network #MenOfDistinction #PrayersForDelta pic.twitter.com/eDkNjUhLkQ
— Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. ® (@apa1906NETwork) January 21, 2022