Gary was born September 29, 1942, in Union City, Indiana, to the late Gibson Omer Meeker & Bernice (Toman) Bickel. In addition to his parents, Gary was also preceded in death by a grandson, Thomas Boner; and a brother, Ronald Bickel.
Gary is survived by his children, Jackie & Daniel Wittler of Greenville, Trichia & John Booher of Greenville and Gary Joe & Diana Bickel of Fernandina Beach, Florida; 9 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.
Gary was a security officer at Fram in Greenville, He was a member of the Greenville Moose Lodge. Gary was an avid fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and enjoyed golfing.
A celebration of Gary’s life will be held Wednesday, January 8, 2020, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville where the family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The family request everyone to dress in casual Ohio State Buckeyes attire. Memorial contributions may be made to the COPD Foundation 3300 Ponce De Leon Blvd. Miami, FL 33134. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com
