BORN

1937

DIED

2014

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Lake View Funeral Home

5000 North Illinois Street

Fairview Heights, Illinois

Franklin Delano Bickel Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 24, 2014.

Franklin Delano Bickel, 77, of Troy, IL born January 13, 1937 in Collinsville, IL passed away Friday, January 24, 2014 at his residence in Troy, IL. Franklin was a United States Marine veteran who proudly served his country. Franklin worked at Granite City Steel in Granite City, IL and retired after 41 years. Franklin was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Collinsville, IL for 77 years. Franklin was a member of the Marine Corp League of the VFW, Collinsville, IL. He enjoyed spending time at Fairmont Park watching the horse races. He also loved watching baseball and football. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends, whom he adored. Franklin will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his eight brothers, to which Franklin was the youngest of the brothers; and his son, Aaron Frank Bickel.

Surviving is his loving wife of 53 years, Peggy Dianna Bickel; his children, Marshall Allen Bickel of Troy, IL, Peggy Lynn (David) Bradford of Chicago, IL, and Martin Dale (Astra) Bickel of Belleville, IL; grandchildren, Rebecca Nichole Bickel, Brittany Marie Bickel, Joshua Aaron Bickel, Nicholas Jeffery Richard, Raymond Charles Bauer, and Jacob Matthew Wheeler; his four sisters, Pearl Whitmore of Torrance, CA, Ida Mae Baily of Torrance, CA, Dorothy Duncan of Ballground, GA, and Anne Shirley Kaiser of Huntington, IN; very special, devoted, and loving family friend, Tracy Fausz; and extended family and friends.

Memorial Service will be held at First United Methodist Church in Collinsville, IL on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 11 a.m. Expressions of condolence may be offered at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com.

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February 1, 2014

Jack Locandro

Sending my condolences to Frank's family!! I knew Frank from school and worked with him at G.C.S. Frank was a fun friend to work with. He made an eight hour shift seem like four. As long as the guys that worked him live, Frank will never die. We all loved him!!!

February 1, 2014

Jeff & Vi Breunig

Very sorry to hear about your loss Peggy. I know you were very close to your father. Vi & I miss you and wish you well. Lots of Love always!

February 1, 2014

Bonnie Seitz

My dear Marshall I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sending so much love, prayers and strength for you, Peggy and Josh. It's been so long since I have seen all of you and I especially miss seeing you and solving the world issues over a cup of coffee. If you can find a few minutes to spare for an 'ol friend I would love it. Phone # is still the same.

February 1, 2014

Dave Budwell

So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that he is in a better place and that you all will be reunited again eventually. Marshall and Peggy my sincere condolences.

February 1, 2014

angie hammond

i just wanted to give my condolences to the family. Marshall i am sorry for your loss. i know you might not remember me, but i worked for Dr. Prieb and met you through Missy and Mike Esker. It's never easy to lose family and i just wanted you to know i'm praying for your family.

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February 1, 2014

steven york

i remember frankies wit and great sense of humor.im proud to have been his heighbor growing up.my deepest sympathy to you marshal and peggy.my dad died 3 years ago so i know your pain.ill pray for you in this time of loss.your friend...steven york.

February 1, 2014

Frank was charming, funny, and always ready with a hug. I am blessed to have known him. Cindy Young

January 31, 2014

Greg and Phyllis Brake

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

January 31, 2014

Anthony Grisolano

My condolences to the family.Frank and I grew up on the "hill" together along with the gang fred tosi ted & joe kocot,Bob Cuferi, jim Castelli,and Angelo perfetti.

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January 31, 2014

louise smith rudis

So sorry to hear about Franklin. What a beautiful family and I loved them all. Lots of love to Pearl, Ida, Dorothy and Ann Shirley and to all of Franklin'sfamily. I have beautiful memories of you all.

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