Sgt. David G. Bicking ("Bick")

Sgt. David G. Bicking ("Bick") of Gap passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021. He was the husband of the late, Nguyen Thi Kien "Kim" Bicking who passed in 2019. They shared 55 years of marriage and he is now reunited with the love of his life in Heaven.

Born in Coatesville, David was the son of the late Miriam H. Bicking and Walter J. Bicking. Upon graduation from Octorara High School, David served honorably for the US Army. He was proud of his service in the US Army and of his beautiful wife he brought to the states from Vietnam.

He retired from Lukens Steel over 25 years ago as a Production Control Coordinator for the Rolling Mill, but had the knowledge and skills to perform various jobs throughout the mill. He was a very active member, serving and overseeing various committees, at Friendship United Methodist Church in Coatesville.

David was an amazing husband, father, brother, uncle, son, grandfather and great grandfather. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially dining out at local restaurants like Brass Eagle and Loxley’s. He also loved to spoil his two dogs, Molly & Mimi; both passed away within the last six months.

He loved watching and playing sports, especially basketball and baseball. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing with his brother and nephews. He was a jokester and loved to tease, tell jokes, pull pranks and make people laugh. His love of life was infectious, as he showed others how to enjoy life to the fullest through his laughter and many stories.

He is survived by his three children; Tom Bicking and wife Uyen Pham Bicking of Lancaster, PA, Debby Bicking of Kinzers, PA and Rose Bicking-Egge and husband Michael of Lancaster, PA, eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Along with some other family members, he is also survived by his sister, Audrey, wife of Jerry Brown of Gap.

His family wants to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time. In honoring his wishes, David will be laid to rest next to his wife during a Private Burial with Military Honors. They have decided not to have a Memorial Service for him at this time, but will consider holding a Celebration of Life sometime in the future.

A personal message written by David was found among his scripture and hymn selections for the service which says...

"I thank you all & may God Bless Always and keep you all in his loving care! Sincerely, Dave"

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in David’s memory to Friendship United Methodist Church, 123 East Friendship Church Rd., Coatesville, PA 19320.

Arrangements by the Wilde Funeral Home, Parkesburg, PA. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com