A Mass of Christian Burial for Oliver Leicht McMickens will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, May 1, 2026, at St. Rita Catholic Church, with Rev. Anthony Dharmaraj officiating. Interment will follow at Alexandria Memorial Gardens under the direction of John Kramer & Son Funeral Home.

Visitation will be held at John Kramer & Son Funeral Home on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm, with a recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 6:30 pm. Visitation will resume on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 9:00 am until 10:00 am at the funeral home.

Oliver Leicht McMickens was born in California in 1932 but was raised on dirt floors in Rockhill, LA. As a young boy, times were tough, and his family was poor like many others at that time. He graduated from Colfax High School in the 11th grade at the age of 16 and his biggest desire was to attend college. His father denied him any financial assistance, so he could not afford to attend. This denial fueled his passion to achieve a level of success that would enable him to financially assist his sons in fulfilling their dreams.

Oliver married Beverly McCauley on June 1, 1957. She lovingly referred to him as Ollie Mac. They had four sons: Ricky, Neal, Mark and Scott. He worked as a pharmaceutical sales rep until he partnered with his brother, Charlie McMickens, to start their car dealership, M&M Dodge. He eventually took over the business himself and moved it to the “trading corner of Sterkx and MacArthur” where later it became known as M&M Hyundai. This style of business suited him well, as he was handsome, charming, and always wore a smile or cracked a joke. “Chief” was incredibly hardworking yet humbly attributed his business success to Beverly’s educational background. Together, they built a remarkably profitable business that they could share with their sons.

Oliver’s favorite pastime was hunting and fishing with his boys. The part he enjoyed most was bringing home the kill for Beverly to cook. The provider in him was made proud when he physically put food on the table. He also eagerly attended all of his sons’ sporting events and even got kicked out of a game or two for defending his son’s honor. Ollie Mac and Beverly loved LSU! They were avid fans and attended many games over the years with their friends.

Oliver wasn’t a man of many words. But when he did speak, he was sure to make you laugh or smile. His love language was gift giving. He was either pouring you a Coke, peeling you an apple, or pulling out his wallet to give you money for your Birthday (which he never forgot). And of course, his proudest gift was providing his sons with their college education.

When terminal illness overcame Beverly, Oliver cared for her, all by himself. He bathed, dressed and fed her until the very end. He never complained or asked any of us for help. He was a true testament to “in sickness and in health, to death do us part”. After her passing, the lonely widower passed the time playing cards at the casino. His favorite saying was “I don’t go to win money; I go to have a good time”. Henceforth, he wore out the road between Alexandria and Kinder.

Oliver was a devout Catholic, and attended mass religiously, often assisting in picking up the gifts. He also volunteered with the local Civitan and Kiwanis Clubs. Outside of his impressive character resume as a hardworking, successful, humble child of God, one of his most impressive qualities was his infectious positive attitude. He was a rare gem indeed, as you would never hear him complain about anything. He would always say the food you prepared him “couldn’t be any better,” and when asked how he was feeling his response was “I feel great,” and “even better now that you are here.”

Throughout his life, he never let his business success change him. It was never about the money for him to live lavishly. Towards the end, as dementia overtook him, he remained true to his character traits. He attended mass for as long as he could and never complained, despite battling this life-altering disease. You could still bring a smile to his humble face with a simple Moon Pie and Coca Cola. Two days before his death, as he lay in the hospital with a broken hip, he was asked how he was feeling. The answer was “I feel great,” followed by “even better now that you are here,” and he flashed that handsome smile. Ollie Mac was a diamond in the rough, and the hope is that he is now rejoining Beverly and making her smile. Dad, you will forever be our hero. Thank you for teaching us through your actions, which were 100 times more powerful than words alone.

Luke 15:31 “….you are always with me, and everything I have is yours.”

Oliver is preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Anne McCauley McMickens; parents James Thomas McMickens and Esther Marie Helen Leicht McMickens; his brothers, Calvin McMickens and Charles McMickens.

He is survived by his sister, Chris Anne McMickens Torry; his sons Ricky McMickens, Neal McMickens and wife Cari, Mark McMickens and wife Heidi, and Scott McMickens and wife Stacey; his grandchildren, Marissa McMickens Hurm and husband Nick, Seth McMickens, Miranda McMickens, Andrew McMickens (Drew), Quinton McMickens, Cameron McMickens, Morgan McMickens, Landon McMickens, Jacob Harrison and wife Misty, and Sarah Harrison; and his great grandchild, Jamie Oliver Hurm.

Pallbearers will be Jacob Harrison, Seth McMickens, Andrew McMickens, Quinton McMickens, Cameron McMickens, and Landon McMickens. Honorary Pallbearer will be Earl McCauley.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Oliver’s name can be made to St. Rita Catholic Church, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, Louisiana 71303.