John Bowers Fickle

January 23, 2011

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John Bowers Fickle 83 of Cicero, IN, died at 10:25 p.m. January 23, 2011 at St. Vincent Hospice, Indianapolis, IN. Born April 3, 1927 in Frankfort, IN to the late I.R. & Florence E. (Bowers) Fickle. He married Fredia Helton on November 23, 1952 in Peru, IN and she preceded him in death on June 18, 1999. Mr. Fickle was a 1945 graduate of Little Jeff High School where he was the all time leading scorer in basketball with over 800 points. He lived at rural route 6 in Frankfort from 1927 until 1990 when he moved to Cicero, IN. He was a farmer and plant foreman at National Seal for 26 years, retiring in 1990. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served from 1945 and 1947 during WWII on the Eastern Front. Mr. Fickle was a former member of the Fickle United Methodist Church, member of Cicero American Legion, Frankfort American Legion, Frankfort Eagles Lodge, Frankfort VFW and Jefferson Masonic Lodge.

Visitation and Services

Services will be 11 a.m. Friday, January 28th at Goodwin Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday, January 27th from 4-8 at the funeral home. Burial with military rites will be at Bunnell Cemetery.

Survived by:

3 Daughters: Janice C. Adams (Ron) of Wilkinson, Mary H. Beck (Marty) of Carmel and Patty J. Fredenburgh of Indianapolis 2 Sons: Thomas R. Fickle of Cicero and Robert J. Fickle (Lee) of Carmel 1 Brother: William ‘Bill’ Fickle of Rossville 7 Grandchildren: Ron Adams Jr., John Adams, Robert Adams, Taylor Fickle, Dawson Fickle, Sara Beck and Erin Beck Extended family, Ernest Kelly and Linda Givens

Preceded by:

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 2 sisters, Joan Fickle, Betty Friend and a half brother, James Edward.

Condolences

10 Condolences for “John Bowers Fickle”

  1. Evonne Swartzendruber January 25, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    Patty is a co-worker and friend, and very special person to us. Our deepest sympathies to her and the rest of your family. You are certainly in our thoughts and prayers.

  2. Lynn Heintz January 26, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    Tom and Mary, My deepest sympathies at the passing of your beloved Father.

  3. Keiston R. Holloway January 26, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    On behalf of the comrades and sisters of the Department of Indiana, you have our deepest condolences for the loss of your loved on and our departed comrade. Our prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Department of Indiana State Chaplain Keiston R. Holloway.

  4. John Hook January 26, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    Let me extend our deepest sympathies from the American Legion post 341, Cicero, Indiana.
    John Hook
    Chaplain

  5. Judy Wilson/Wilson Farm Market January 26, 2011 at 8:59 pm

    I will miss your father coming to the Market, I always enjoyed chatting with him.

  6. Roy & Rita January 26, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    JB was a good friend and nice person, he will be greatly missed.

  7. Michelle O’Reilly Browning January 27, 2011 at 4:21 pm

    Tom and Mary, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this time of grief. I’m going to try to make it to the viewing tonight but if I don’t, please know that I’m thinking of you both.

  8. LouAnn Deford Menchhofer January 28, 2011 at 12:24 pm

    Dear All,
    You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad. I am sorry I am not close enough to be there in person, but know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have lots of fond memories of visiting your family over the years. Janice, if you would like to contact me, please email me at lmenchhofer@yahoo.com, and I would love to catch up with you. Please take good care.
    LouAnn

  9. Rebecca Davis Gillum January 31, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    Dear Tom and siblings,
    So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad and that I was not close enough to offer condolences. Lots of fond memories and spending time with all of your. Please feel free to contact me at vernon.gillum@yahoo.com. We are in Tucson,AZ for the winter but would be glad to get in touch with you. Find comfort in having each other near.
    Becky

  10. Marilyn Trout February 3, 2011 at 12:36 am

    I will always cherish the times that I have spent with John. He was a wonderful neighbor and a great friend. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. R.I.P. my dear friend.

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