Submitted by: Dan Rich

Mishawaka Enterprise 12/1/1905

Mary Bickel

Nov. 13, 1813 – Nov. 26, 1905

Mrs. Mary Bickel, an old and estimable citizen, passed away on Sunday morning at the rare old age of 92 years. Paralysis was the cause of death, and Mrs. Bickel was unconscious for four days preceding her demise. Her maiden name was Mary Geisinger and she was born in Baden, Germany, Nov. 13, 1813. She was married to Maurice Bickel, who died in the fatherland in 1857. In 1868 she emigrated to America. Two sons, Joseph and Nicholas, 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren survive. She was a most devout and consistent Catholic and a member of the Rosary and Mothers’ sodalities of the St. Joseph church.

The funeral was held Tuesday from the latter church, Rev. L.A. Moench officiating.