Eugene M. Bickel "Be faithful unto death and I will give you the crown of life." Revelations 2:10. Gene received his crown of life August 7, 2016, at the age of 84. He leaves his loving wife of 62 years, Evelyn (Meier), and brother, Jim, his four sons, Tim (Mary), Greg (Connie), Jeff, and Kurt (Kim Bollman). Five grandchildren, Kevin, Mark, Aaron (Emily Shaw), Kimberly and Colin (Charissa), three great grandchildren, Aria, Max and Violet. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Emil and Agnes Bickel and sister, Maxine Fiala (Bob). Memorial Service will be held to celebrate Gene's life on Wednesday August 10th at Concordia Lutheran Church, 505 S. Kirkwood Rd. 63122. Greeting at 5:00 PM with service to follow at 6:00 PM. Memorials can be made to Concordia Lutheran Church.