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Bill Vickers Obituary
Pocatello-Bill Vickers, passed away following an illness at a local hospital on Wednesday, October 23, 2013. A full obituary will be in a future edition of the newspaper. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Downard Funeral Home, 21 North Garfield Ave., Pocatello, Idaho (208) 233-0686
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Memories and Condolences
for Bill Vickers
Joe Christofferson
November 12, 2013
Joe Christofferson & Vicki were so sorry to hear about the passing of Bill. Joe has every cowboy boot skin that Bill could order. Good memories and friendship.
November 1, 2013
Dear Kim & family, Gary and I were so sad to hear Bill left us. He was always so nice to us and our family. He really was a class act, and will be missed very much. Gary & Lynda Wiles
Deborah Reavis
October 31, 2013
Dear Kim and family, My husband and I are truly sorry for your loss. Bill was always friendly when we would see him in the store, but more importantly a good man and father.
Ralph and Deborah Reavis
Traci Holm
October 31, 2013
To the family of Bill Vickers, I'm truly sorry for your lost. I worked for Bill in the later 80's to early 90's. He was a great boss and friend. I stopped in to see him at the store every now and then just to see how he was doing. I'm sad to hear he has left us. My prayers are with all of you.
VIC ADAMS
October 30, 2013
WE WILL MISS YOU. WHAT A GREAT SOUL
YOU WERE ALWAYS SO NICE TO ME AND MY FAMILY. THANKS
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN
Lani Backus
October 30, 2013
Dear Kim and family,
My heart is deeply with you at this time. I have felt so privileged to have known Bill, and his endearing smile and soothing voice will be with us always. Love and Light your way,
October 30, 2013
Dear Kim and family,
My heart is deeply with you at this time. I have felt so privileged to have known Bill, and his endearing smile and soothing voice will be with us always. Love and Light your way,
Lani Backus, Middleton Idaho
October 29, 2013
Remembering all the good times. You will be missed!!! Juliene Kaufman Pickens Montgomery, Texas
October 29, 2013
You will be missed. Prayers go out to the family.
Darren Sparks
October 29, 2013
Kim
Bill taught me more than a college education could ever have. Although I moved on, I cherished the man. A good man with a big heart. thank you Boss.
your smile will be missed, but your legacy will never disappear as all of us that came in contact with you will carry it on.
Glen & Helen Smith
October 28, 2013
Our condolences to the family. Glen holds many treasured memories of adventures with Bill as they were growing up. Love to all of you.
Patricia Lowder
October 27, 2013
My sincere condolences to the family and to all that knew and loved Mr Bill Vickers.I have known Bill since the early 1970's beginning when he lived on West Lewis just behind my home on south Lincoln. I have seen him from time to time as I would shop in his western store and I know that he will be missed by so many. I wish all many blessing and precious memories. Sincerely Patricia Lowder
Kent & Jackie Shappart
October 27, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We wish his family peace and comfort at this very hard time and also those who worked with him.
Bill & Claudia Meiners
October 27, 2013
Our condolences. I always tried to gab with Bill when he was in the store. He seemed to make my day better. Thanks. He will be missed by all who knew him. Keep the wind to your back Bill.
October 27, 2013
Kim, Preston, Greg, Jolene and family. We lost a very dear person and we are so sorry about Bill. He was a great cousin who I considered a brother. Many great memories! Love You. Marta LeMoyne
October 27, 2013
We send our condolences to the families of Bill Vickers. We are so very sorry for your loss. Bill was a great supporter of the Idaho Rodeo Hall of Fame and what it stands for. On behalf of the board members of the IRHF, may your family find solace and comfort in the love of your family and friends and we wish you peace in the days to come. Sincerely, Lonnie LeaVell, Pres. IRHF, Inc. and Charmy LeaVell, Sec. IRHF, Inc.
Julie & Norval Scott
October 27, 2013
Kim, Preston and family we are truly sorry for your loss of Bill. May the comfort of friends and family and the great memories help you get through your time of loss. Pocatello has lost an icon. He will be missed.
Ron & Pat Johnson
October 27, 2013
We are so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kim and the whole family
October 27, 2013
My brother Wilson Pate and are so sorry for the family. He was a great rodeo partner.
Sincerely Karen (Pate) Keith
Jan Luckock
October 26, 2013
Peace and comfort to Bill's family. He lived life to the fullest and will be missed. I considered him a friend and always enjoyed talking and laughing with him.
Glen Avery
October 26, 2013
Bill Always a good friend to me and had a big heart. My prayers are with the family at this time.
Steve Larson
October 26, 2013
Happy Trails Bill
Tonya Hunziker
October 25, 2013
Rest in peace Mr. Vickers.
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