Kathleen Yvonne Bickle

Kathleen Yvonne Bickle obituary

Kathleen Yvonne Bickle

Kathleen Bickle Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Allen Mortuary - Turlock on Jan. 8, 2026.
Kathleen Yvonne Bickle (Nickles), age 84, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025.

Kathleen was born on July 19, 1941, in Saskatchewan, Canada. She lived a life defined by faith, hospitality, and service to others. Kathleen had a gift for making people feel welcome and loved, often expressing her care through acts of service and generosity.

She especially enjoyed cooking for family and friends and was well known for her homemade cinnamon sticky buns, which became a cherished favorite. Kathleen also loved singing in the church choir and found joy and peace in painting. These interests reflected her creative spirit and her desire to share joy with those around her.

Kathleen is survived by her sister, Dianne Bickle; her children, Natalie Runyan and her husband Bob Runyan, and David Bickle and his wife Sara Bickle; her beloved grandchildren, Bobby, Madeline, Tessa, Colton, Lance, and Joe; and her treasured great-granddaughter, Violet, who brought her great happiness.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Muriel Folden, and her brother, David Folden.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 147 S. Broadway in Turlock.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Friends of Israel at foi.org.
Kathleen's life and legacy of faith, love, and service will be remembered always by those who were blessed to know her.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel, 147 S. Broadway in Turlock.

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