BORN

1948

DIED

2013

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Carolyn Bickford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 4, 2013.

CAROLYN ANN BICKFORD


Carolyn Bickford, of Mt. Holly, Vt. died Saturday, November 30, 2013, at the age of 65, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. Carolyn died peacefully with family members by her side.

She was born in Worcester, Massachusetts March 16, 1948 to Roger and Lucy Lapointe.

Carolyn was a devoted wife to husband Frank Bickford for 38 years. Her interests included cooking, gardening, and crafting. She especially enjoyed being a wife and mother, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Carolyn is survived by her husband Frank Bickford; mother Lucy Lapointe; son Corey Bickford, daughter, Cheryl Lapointe; siblings David Lapointe, Marsha Sherblom, Shirley D'Ombrain, and Janet Lapointe. Many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren living in Vermont to Massachusets, and Florida. Several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Carolyn's life will be held at the Odd Fellows hall in Belmont, Vt. Saturday, December 7 at noon. In leu of flowers, please send donations to The Mt. Holly Elementary School, 150 School Street, Mt. Holly, Vt. 05758, specify the Seeds for Supper program.

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December 11, 2013

Donna Booher

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

December 8, 2013

Jody Tubert

Dear Bickford's and LaPointe's: my heart is broken to learn of Carolyn's passing. I am at a loss for words, but please know you have my love, sympathy and my prayers. Love, Jody

December 7, 2013

Debbie Woods

I am so sorry to hear of your loss Frank and family. May you give each other strength and know we are there for you and yours. Love and miss ya

December 6, 2013

Linda

My deepest sympathy for your loss. May you draw close to God and find comfort during this most difficult time.

December 4, 2013

Julie Parsells

Sorry for your loss, what memories you all will have. Prayers and Thoughts sent your way

December 4, 2013

Melissa Connor

Our thoughts are with you all.
Melissa, Steve and Zach Connor

December 2, 2013

Carolyn DiSilvestri

I am so very sorry of Carolyn's passing. She is at peace now with her Dad.

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