Photo courtesy of Bedford Funeral Home - Bedford
Bedford, Massachusetts
May 28, 1925 – May 4, 2020
Jean A. Chamberlain of Bedford, MA, passed peacefully, on May 4, 2020, of natural causes at Carleton-Willard Village in Bedford. Jean was born on May 28, 1925, in Medford, MA, the only child of Harry and Florence Tidd. She was predeceased by her high school sweetheart and loving husband of 67 years, Bill, and her son David.
With a commitment to family, friends and fun, she faced each day with grace and positive thinking. She was always kind. As a secretary at Bedford High School for 16 years, she had an impact on may students’ lives and loved her job. She loved people and was a good listener.
Jean is survived by her two children, Jill Groener and her husband Jerry Lafferty of Harvard and Peter Chamberlain and his wife Shelley of Lexington, four adoring grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Family parties won’t be the same without her.
A heartfelt thank you goes to the staff at Carleton-Willard for the care and kindness that she has been given these past few years. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Employee Appreciation Fund at Carleton-Willard, 100 Old Billerica Road, Bedford, MA 01730.
Read MoreOh I just looked up your dear mom. My mother, Dee Foerst, adored her. Jean was so loving and kind. There friendship was so special and many years working together at Bedford High School. Sorry to hear she has passed away I bet the two of them are having some laughter together in heaven. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Christine Trischitta (Foerst)
December 24, 2020 | Belmont, MA | Friend
Jill, I have such warm memories of your mother when I worked with her at the high school. She was always such a joyous and common sense presence, but she was no light touch to wayward students. I could tell some stories! I know it must be hard to lose her, but what a blessing to have had her in the first place. Bob and I are thinking of you.
Carol Frenier
May 15, 2020 | Chelsea, VT | Acquaintance
I am so sorry to hear this? she was a great lady...everyone LOVED her. My thoughts and prayers to all the family.
-Joyce Donovan-Robles
May 13, 2020 | Bedford, MA
She always had a twinkle in her eyes! And such warmth and humor. Made My time at The Principal's Office more pleasant!!
Liz Forrest
May 10, 2020 | Billerica, MA
I loved Jean like a sister. We had many fun weekends down the Cape with my sisters. She was an only child so having me and my sisters was like having a big family. She was a true, true friend. I will miss her very much.
Doris McManus
Doris McManus
May 09, 2020 | Burlington, MA | Friend
Jean Chamberlain was an amazing woman. The friendship Jean and Bill had with my parents and our family will always be held close to our hearts. She knew how to make people feel appreciated and loved. She always wanted to know what was going on in our lives and always made you feel special no matter what. I will miss you Jean, enjoy the dinner parties up there.
Lisa McManus
Lisa McManus
May 09, 2020 | Burlington, MA | Friend
Many memories with Mrs . Chamberlain ! We were neighbors on Springs Rd. And when I worked in the office at Bedford High School ! A Beautiful lady !!! May she Rest In Peace and her Memory Be Eternal !!! ☦❤ Celia Eskitgis Stathopoulos
Celia Eskitgis Stathopoulos
May 08, 2020 | Grants Pass, OR | Neighbor
Sending all my very best to Peter, a high school friend.
Stephen Lord
May 08, 2020 | Bolton, MA | Classmate
Jill, Peter, Doug and I send our most heartfelt condolences, and prayers to your families. Your mom was a fixture in my growing up in Bedford. Our families were tied by our parents and siblings close friendships. Your mom was always so loving and always laughing. She had a lasting impact on so many lives.
Gail Brzeski-Blake
May 08, 2020 | Roseville, CA | Friend
