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Carl Bicking Obituary

Carl Bicking, 94, beloved husband of 69 years to Marian (nee Dugo) Bicking died May 12, 2015, loving father of Douglas (Beatrice), Donald (Roberta), and David; 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; WW II Army Corps of Engineers veteran; retired Executive VP of Sales, Ace Hardware Corporation. Private service and internment.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 18, 2015.

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Judy Mittler

May 12, 2019

Carl was a kind and understanding person.

January 11, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Carl at the 65th Street Ace Hardware. He was a fine and caring gentlemen. My prayers are with you.

Judy Mittler

Anne McVey

January 10, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of a great man. The family is and will continue to be in prayers. God Bless.

May 25, 2015

Carl was a businessman and a gentleman and I thoroughly enjoyed the years while we both worked at ACE. Joyce and I offer our sympathy to Marian and the family for their loss.

Roger and Joyce Peterson

Mel & Kathy Goldman

May 25, 2015

Marian Bicking and Family,
Carl Signed my Dad to Ace Hardware in 1962 and was a dear friend to our family. I Joined Ace with my own store in 1967 and with Carls help we became a force in Northwest Indiana. Carl will be missed by us all!

Mel Goldman Ace Store 587

Steve Schmidt

May 22, 2015

Carl was very supportive to me as a regional sales manager for Ace. God Bless.

Carol & Nancy Gress

May 21, 2015

Dear Marian and family:
It is with heavy hearts that we heard of your great loss. We have so many wonderful and happy memories when we worked with Carl at ACE Hardware for so many years. Carl was a warm, friendly person with a positive attitude. He will be missed.

Judy Mittler

May 21, 2015

I am sorry to hear about your loss. I worked for Mr Bicking when ACE was on 65th Street. He was well liked by everyone. My prayers are with you and your family.

Judy Mittler

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