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Ian Bickle Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 29, 2008.

BICKLE-Ian Bickle passed away peacefully of complications from Alzheimer's with family by his side on Sunday, July 27, 2008 at Regina Pioneer Village, his home for the past year. He was predeceased by his parents, Frank & Anna Bickle. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 53 years, Diane; his three daughters, Margot Almas, Jean Diener (Rudi) and Donna Gartshore; his six beloved grandchildren, Lindsay, Laura, Anika, Mikaela, Markus and Sara; his brother, Warner and other extended family. Born March 31, 1931 in The Pas, Manitoba, Ian went to university at Western in London, Ontario, then moved to Saskatoon in the mid 1950's to begin a career in TV with CFQC. In 1961, he joined Saskatchewan Wheat Pool in Regina, where he served as Director of Communications for many years. A writer and editor at heart, Ian wrote many magazine and newspaper articles, earned numerous awards and had two books published. He also enjoyed a little golf, curling, reading, listening to music and watching sports. Throughout his life, Ian's greatest passion was his family, and his happiest hours were spent with Diane, his girls and his grandchildren, whether it be reading stories, feeding the geese in Wascana Park, sharing Sunday dinner, car rides, or the annual family holiday in Waskesiu. A Celebration of Ian's Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 3510 Queen St, with Pastor Craig Moeller officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ian may be made to Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, # 301 2550 12th Ave., Regina, SK, S4P 3X1 or to Regina Pioneer Village, 430 Pioneer Dr., Regina SK, S4T 6L8. Paragon Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements. 359-7776

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August 3, 2008

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July 31, 2008

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July 30, 2008

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Marian & Harvey Mazinke

August 3, 2008

Dear Diane & Family,
We will always remember Ian as a dignified and gracious man. The love and care he received from his family must have been most comforting to him in his final years. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Marian & Harvey Mazinke
Kelowna,BC

Janice Cameron

July 31, 2008

Dear Diane

We are very saddened by the death of Ian. He was a great friend Bill and Ian always enjoyed each others company. Our deepest sympathies from our whole family.

Love,

Pauline Cameron and Family

Joni Adamcewicz

July 30, 2008

Hi Diane & Family:
Our prayers are with you during this time of your loss of Ian.
Bless
Joni & Tom Adamcewicz

Marilyn Reddy

July 30, 2008

Dear Diane and family: Ian was one of my favouite people at Sask Wheat Pool. I worked there as the Occupational Health Nurse from 1977 to 1997 when I retired. I will always remember Ian as a kind and caring man who treated everyone with respect. My parents also were friends of Ian's mother who lived in the Pas when my father was stationed there with the provincial government. I am sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Marilyn Reddy

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Agnes Evans

July 30, 2008

Dear Diane; Our thoughts and prayers are with you . Recalling many happy class re-unions with Ian & you present; esp. the time Ian & I were the "washoo champs" & the Beamish farm! Love from Ag & Tom Evans.

Julie McIntyre

July 30, 2008

Diane & family ...
We were so very sorry to hear of Ian's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones at this very sad time.

Sincerely,
Allan, Julie, Kathy, Misty & Shaun
Saturn Service

Glen & Frances McGlaughlin

July 29, 2008

To Diane Bickle & Family
I had the pleasure of working with Ian for nearly 20 yrs during his dedicated service to SWP.We are saddened to learn of his passing.Our sincere sympathy is expended to the Bickle family.

Brenda Nestegaard Paul

July 29, 2008

Dear Mrs. Bickle, Margot, Jean and Donna: I am so sorry for your loss. My memories of Mr. Bickle consist of one who was a strong, quiet, caring man. It was always obvious how connected he was to all of you. I pray that your memories of him will sustain you in the days and weeks to come. May God's love embrace you all.
In Christ's love,

Peg Bews

July 29, 2008

I remember Ian well from TV. Diane, I hope I am correct in remembering that Beth Fredeen was your sister. She and I became good friends during her short life at Eatonia. We both loved gardening and there is a tree planted in her memory at the church here. My husband also suffered from Alzheimer's disease the last years of his life. Sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Peg Bews

Ron Kasha

July 29, 2008

Marion and I spent many good times with the Bickles during our Wheat Pool days. Sincere condolences to Diane and your family.

Cathie Grant-Goodman

July 29, 2008

Ian Bickle was one of my greatest mentors and helped pave the way for me entering the field of Public Relations and Broadcast Journalism. He was there for me when I needed letters of reference and I know that he had a major role in convincing Lorne Harasen to hire me as his assistant right out of college. It was his guidance that prompted me to act as a mentor to young people. I'm sure that I'm not the only one Ian has helped and who mourns him now. Ian gave selflessly - his time, energy, and immense talent.

Sharon Selby

July 29, 2008

Was sure sorry to hear the news about Ians passing. My husband Glenn curled with Ian at the Callie for many years and we also have one of Ian's books. My Husband Glenn too past away in May of this year so I relate to the feeling of your family well. I hope that you and your family with the help of our Savior Jesus Christ can get passed this loss and remember the good times that you have had in the passed. Glenn had many a good times curling together with Ian and all the guys at the Callie. Please except my condolences and sincere sympathies to you and all your family.

The Flynn Family

July 29, 2008

Dear Diane & Family
We have learned of Ian's passing and are so sad for your loss. May the love of your family, the compassion of your friends and your faith in God help you all through this difficult time.
All our thoughts & prayers
Shauna, Megan, Chris & Bernie

Ken Hutson

July 29, 2008

The Bickle Family..Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of Ian.recently.I was with CFQC & TV when Ian joined us.I knew him to be a excellent news man and a great sport.Sask. has lost a great citizen.Ken Hutson..Edmonton.

Gen and Murray Grant

July 29, 2008

Gen and Murray have known Diane and Ian for many years and shared numerous family occasions together. We are visiting our Leslie and family in Saint John so unable to share in person with everyone on Thursday. Our prayers are with you.

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