William Harry Bickell

Bill it was an honor to get to know you. It´s been a long time, since we were at a cutting laughing at one of your well timed jokes. You were a true gentleman. RIP

I feel so lucky to have gotten to know Bill - what an absolutely wonderful man. I will carry him in my heart forever.

I sat next to Bill at many BCB rehearsals and concerts. Such a delightful man. I bought my Harrelson trumpet from him in the fall of 2019, as he was being encouraged to downsize his collection - before the COVID joy started. I played it at the Atlanta Freedom Band concert last Saturday and was thinking of him - I almost always think of Bill when I pick up that horn. He was so funny about his horn collection. He will be missed but not forgotten!

Bill was a member of the Boulder Big Band at the beginning. He was one of at least two (maybe three) Bills who played trumpet in the band, and I thought the trumpet players had to be named Bill to be a member of the band. The Boulder Big Band enjoyed playing for several years for Wright-Kingdom on the fourth of July, a connection facilitated by Bill and Cathy. The Boulder Big Band also played for the wedding reception of one of their children, held in Bickell's barn. I've thought of Bill...

Bill was a member of the Rocky Mountain Brassworks when I joined in 2006. He was working on the Board of Directors as the Treasurer and when he decided it was time to retire, I was elected to take his place. I had the pleasure of working with him to transfer everything to me. He made a big job look easy and I am grateful for his friendship and mentorship. My condolences to his family.

On behalf of Rocky Mountain Brassworks, I wanted to express condolences to the family. Bill played cornet with Brassworks for many years, serving on the board and volunteering to help in any way he could. He was a dedicated member and his presence was felt by everyone whether you played in the cornet section or not. I will always remember his wonderful smile and positive outlook. Our fond memories of Bill will warm our hearts. Blessings to all the family.

Bill was a wonderful person and excellent musician in the Boulder Concert Band, and even helped with our accounting. We're terribly sorry to hear this news. Our deepest sympathies to his family.

Miss you dad.