To the family of Donald A. Bickhaus:
Meaningful memories flood my mind today as I reflect on the life of a true friend and wonderful teammate. I was the beneficiary of Don’s kindness as he helped me get acquainted with new surroundings when I moved to Quincy High School. I feel a special bond as we were basketball teammates at QHS in 1945 and at Quincy University for four years until 1950. It was my honor to present Don when he became a Quincy University Hall of Fame member.
We signed up for the Navy Reserves together before we finished high school. I considered Don one of great all-around Quincy athletes of the past century. While he is noted for tennis and basketball, he could have played any sport well.
I treasure the fact that our high school team, led by Don, including El and Mel Tappe, Auris McGee and myself, continued together at Quincy U. Furthermore, we all still lived in Quincy throughout our lives.
My wife, Fern, and I send our heartfelt condolences to the loving family of Don Bickhaus.
We are thankful that we were friends of your wonderful father and mother.
With God’s Blessings, Richard & Fern Heitholt
Cathy, Chris, Barb and family,
I was so sorry to learn of the death of your beloved father. I know this must be a difficult time for all of you but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I also know that you are feeling the love of our Heavenly Father and that His arms are surrounding you tightly as you grieve your loss.
Cathy, I will be in touch with you soon.
In God’s abiding love
Karla Zeiger
Lisa (Rigg) Parkinsonon November 16, 2022 at 5:18 pm
Don, Adam & Aaron..I’m so sorry to hear about your dad, grandpa..I met him only 1 time but thought he was a great people..
Just know that he is very happy in heaven..& that the pain will ease up in time..I know how hard it is to lose a loved 1..I will keep you all in my prayers..may God bless you forever..
Please accept my sympathy on the passing of your Father. I worked with Cathy at the State’s Attorney’s Office and just learned of his passing. We are all thankful for his service in WW2 and his work for the Quincy community.
cathy, my heart and prayers o out to you and your family, i am sorry that i can’t come see you due to just having back surgery done and confined to my home but wanted to let you know chuck and i are sendingyou prayers and our love.
To the family of Donald A. Bickhaus:
Meaningful memories flood my mind today as I reflect on the life of a true friend and wonderful teammate. I was the beneficiary of Don’s kindness as he helped me get acquainted with new surroundings when I moved to Quincy High School. I feel a special bond as we were basketball teammates at QHS in 1945 and at Quincy University for four years until 1950. It was my honor to present Don when he became a Quincy University Hall of Fame member.
We signed up for the Navy Reserves together before we finished high school. I considered Don one of great all-around Quincy athletes of the past century. While he is noted for tennis and basketball, he could have played any sport well.
I treasure the fact that our high school team, led by Don, including El and Mel Tappe, Auris McGee and myself, continued together at Quincy U. Furthermore, we all still lived in Quincy throughout our lives.
My wife, Fern, and I send our heartfelt condolences to the loving family of Don Bickhaus.
We are thankful that we were friends of your wonderful father and mother.
With God’s Blessings, Richard & Fern Heitholt
Ryan and I are sorry for your loss.
Cathy, Chris, Barb and family,
I was so sorry to learn of the death of your beloved father. I know this must be a difficult time for all of you but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I also know that you are feeling the love of our Heavenly Father and that His arms are surrounding you tightly as you grieve your loss.
Cathy, I will be in touch with you soon.
In God’s abiding love
Karla Zeiger
Don, Adam & Aaron..I’m so sorry to hear about your dad, grandpa..I met him only 1 time but thought he was a great people..
Just know that he is very happy in heaven..& that the pain will ease up in time..I know how hard it is to lose a loved 1..I will keep you all in my prayers..may God bless you forever..
Lisa ( Rigg ) Parkinson
Please accept my sympathy on the passing of your Father. I worked with Cathy at the State’s Attorney’s Office and just learned of his passing. We are all thankful for his service in WW2 and his work for the Quincy community.
Sorrry we missed the funeral but our prayers are with you.
Mr and Mrs Greg HOlthaus
cathy, my heart and prayers o out to you and your family, i am sorry that i can’t come see you due to just having back surgery done and confined to my home but wanted to let you know chuck and i are sendingyou prayers and our love.
God Bless