Lou E. Bickel

Lou Bickel, 54, of Santa Clarita, CA, died suddenly at his home on Saturday, April 16, 2011.

Lou was born on August 6, 1956. He grew up in Sunland-Tujunga as the older brother of Lori and Jennifer. Lou graduated from Verdugo Hills High School. After graduation, he worked at Lockheed Martin, then went on to own and operate his own pool and spa service.

As a young boy he developed a lifelong love for "anything motorcycle". He could be found dirt bike riding, watching races and attending events year-round. A water-lover as well, Lou jet skied with similar intensity and enjoyment.

Lou has been a resident of the Santa Clarita Valley since 1984. He was most recently owner/operator of a local motor sports sales and service business.

Lou is survived by his son, Chad Bickel; his mother and stepfather, Sandra and Marv Kassen of LaQuinta; his father, George Bickel of Valencia; his sisters, Lori (Frank) DiAcri of Valencia and Jennifer (Art) LaBare of Costa Mesa; Chad's mom, Nanette Hamby Bickel of Valencia as well as numerous relatives and friends.

Services will be held on Friday, April 29, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at Eternal Valley Memorial Park, 23287 N. Sierra Hwy.

Lou's family wrote, "In addition to his son, Chad, who shared many of Lou's passions and experiences, his other family members, friends and fellow sports enthusiasts, will dearly miss him."

Arrangements under the direction of Eternal Valley Memorial Park Mortuary, Newhall, CA.