It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Bickle, age 88, of Springhill, NS. Brian passed away peacefully at Gables Lodge, Amherst on Friday, November 18, 2016.

Born in Sherburn Hill, England, he was a son of the late Thomas and Doris (Bloomfield) Bickle.

Brian began work as a Surveyor in the Springhill Mines up until the Bump, then became a self employed carpenter.  He enjoyed gardening, and working with his hands.  He loved spending time at his camp at Fountain Lake.

Brian will be sadly missed by his sons, Alan (Paulette) Bickle, Halifax and Ron (Wanda) Bickle, Amherst; daughter, Marion (Eric) Devanney, Lower Onslow; five grandchildren, Cindy, Michael (Lisa), Neil (Stephanie), Adam, and Andrew (Bethany); two great grandsons, Tyler and Nolan; nieces Lynn Brown and Ruth Brown.

He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, the former Hazel Gilroy.

Arrangements have been entrusted to A. H. Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill, (902 597 2361) where visitation will be held Sunday, November 20, 2016 from 1 pm until 2 pm, followed immediately at 2 pm by the funeral service, Reverend Wayne McCarther officiating.  Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill.

The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to the VON and staff of Gables Lodge.

If so desired, donations in Brian's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society, the VON, or a charity of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Brian's online memorial through the A.H. Brown Funeral Home Facebook Page, or at www.brownsfuneralhome.com.