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William Edward Bickel

July 25, 1953 – March 26, 2020

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William Edward “Bill” Bickel, 66, Altoona, died unexpectedly early Thursday morning at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Altoona.

He was born in Altoona, son of Hilda Pauline (Lucas) Bickel and the late William David Bickel. On Aug. 21, 1993, he married Kathleen Ann Higgins at Second Avenue United Methodist Church, Altoona.

Surviving are his wife, Kathleen; a son, David William Bickel; and his mother, Hilda P. Bickel, all of Altoona; a sister, Judith Kay Gisewhite (Larry) of Milroy; a brother, Jeffery Lynn Bickel of Duncansville; a sister, Cheryl Ann Bickel of Altoona; and two special nieces: Tabitha Fellabaum and Corinda Norris.

He was preceded in death by his in-laws: John and Beverly Higgins.

He was a 1972 graduate of Altoona Area High School and was formerly employed as a delivery driver for NAPA, Tyrone. He was a member of Second Avenue United Methodist Church, Altoona.

Bill enjoyed woodworking, watching old Western movies, genealogy, cooking, golf, the Beatles, the Cincinnati Bengals and Penn State sports.

A future celebration of life will be planned and held at Second Avenue United Methodist Church, Altoona.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the family in care of the funeral home would be appreciated.

Arrangements are by Myers-Somers Funeral Home Inc., 501 Sixth Ave., Altoona.

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