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1935
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2011
Roger Hickel Obituary
In 1953 he graduated from Havre Central High School. Roger married Jean Faber in 1958 at the St. Jude's Catholic Church in Havre, Montana. They raised five children in Turner, Montana while growing wheat at the Big Flat family homestead. Roger was also an excellent carpenter and member of the National Guards. In 1969 they moved the family to California and he has been a Colusa resident ever since. Roger worked for Colusa Tractor for twenty-four years, and happily retired in 1997. He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church of Colusa. Roger enjoyed woodworking, camping, and traveling with his wife, family, and friends. The ocean was a particularly special place for Roger and Jean.
Roger is survived by his children, Peggy Scroggins (Drew), David Hickel (Lisa), Russell Hickel (Debbie), Carol Hickel (B.G.) and Rob Hickel (Kelley); grandchildren, Justin Scroggins, Jeannie Scroggins, Michael Hickel, Jessica Hickel, and Holley Hickel. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Jean, and three brothers, Frances, James, and Neil, and his sister Marybeth Hickel.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Colusa on Thursday, June 2, 2011 at 11 a.m. followed by burial at the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colusa. A reception will follow at St. Bernadette's Hall in Colusa.Visitation hours will be from 5 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June, 2011, with a Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Ullrey Memorial Chapel at 755 Market Street in Colusa.Memorial Contributions may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel of Colusa, CA. 530-458-3794
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Memories and Condolences
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July 24, 2011
Dear Peggy, David, Russell, Carol, and Rob and Families, We just heard of Roger's death and want to extend our deepest sympathy to each of you. Your folks lived several miles north of us--through Black Coulee and I remember the day they stopped and told us they were moving to California. We didn't see much of you after that but have such good memories of your Dad and Mom. So friendly and kind, I remember the mandolin he made for Uncle Paul--such talent. Always good times when your family was around. Carol, you are my namesake and I loved your grandparents and all the family. You kids take care and know we are thinking of you. If you get to Montana, come see us. Love, Carol Von Stein Kienenberger and family.
Melissa Hays
June 6, 2011
To all the Hilddle Family, thinking of you all and so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.
June 4, 2011
We just heard about the loss of your Dad.You have our sympathy and know that you have many wonderful memories to cherish of both your Dad and Mother. They were very proud of you kids. May God bless all of you. The Richard Hickel family
Marlene Boggs
June 3, 2011
To all of the Hickel family my sincere condolences. He will always be remembered well!
June 1, 2011
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
~ The Appeal-Democrat Family
Julie,LaDonna, and Heidi
June 1, 2011
Peggy and Drew, David and Lisa, Russell and Debbie, Carol and B.G., Rob and Kelley, our thoughts and prayers are with you. You have an amazing family. Your Dad was a very kind and always had a smile on his face...
May 31, 2011
Dear Peggy and Drew, David and Lisa, Russell and Debbie, Carol and B.G., and Rob and Kelley and kids,
Please know that we are all praying for you up here in Calgary. Uncle Roger was a great man and I'll always remember his smile. It was so instant. He had the Montana grin. Mom and I have been in constant touch since he's been ill and I prayed nightly for him. We will be remembering him on Thursday and will pray that he and your Mom are no longer in touch by cell phone and that he finally has that number! Which reminds me, I tried to email you and have no one's emails or numbers anymore. Take care and remember, he's happy where he is now, he's out of pain and with your beloved Mom. And let us not forget Grandma and Grandpa and Uncle Donny too. Again we are so sorry for your loss. If one of you or more would like to reach me, my email address is [email protected]. Again, our prayers.
Sue and Wade Hodgson
Brandy and Troy Pratt and Tyson and Taya
Kyle and Amanda Hodgson and Caden and Cora
Nancy Davis
May 30, 2011
Dear Hickel Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with all of you.
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