Kent Douglas Bickford

1958 - 2008

BORN

1958

DIED

2008

Kent Bickford Obituary

Kent Douglas Bickford went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. He spent many years working in community service
projects. He worked as a Lifeline Supervisor for six years and the Cherish program for five years. Kent was active with
Atwater Youth Baseball as an umpire and coach. He was an active member in the House of Prayer, was a Youth Pastor and was studying to be a Minister. Kent took care of any child or animal that needed a home or a place to stay.
Kent was preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Rosalie Bickford and his sister Jackie.
Kent is survived by Kim Bickford, his best friend and wife of 27 years. He also leaves his children Tara Bickford, Brad Bickford and girlfriend Myle Collins and his brother Gene Bickford (Chris) and his sister Beth along with nephews Joshua and Thorin.
Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Celebration of Life on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Wilson Family Funeral Chapel. Pastor Jon Harmon of the Pentecostal Church of God will officiate.
He will be greatly missed by all who loved him. The Lord, in the midst of thee, is mighty. He will save.

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Published by Merced Sun Star on Apr. 17, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Kent Bickford

14 Entries

Lois Smith

April 24, 2008

I still find it hard to believe that such a wonderful and loving man has gone on to his rest already. He was so vibrant and dear, and I will miss his teddy-bear hugs and toothless grin until that glorious day when I'll see him again.

Trisha Ornelas

April 21, 2008

Kent has helped alot of people. He was always there for you. I remember when I wasn't doing good because I just lost my husband (Big Buck or Bennie to some) in April of 2006. I told Kent how I was feeling and after I talked to Kent, I know that I could go on. Just have to remember Kim, You're not alone. We're all here for you. Kent will be missed. Like I like to say Kent is our Guardian Angel. Now our love ones are watching over us. They always there beside us hear and now, forever.

Richard and Sherry Simmons

April 19, 2008

To The Bickford Family,

You have been like an extended family to us for a number of years now. Kent was a great man and we will miss him very much. He helped so many and asked for nothing in return. Take comfort in knowing that one man can make a difference and he did. We love you all very much.

Rosalie Ruiz Contreras

April 18, 2008

I was very sad to hear that kent had passedaway. Kent was a very dear friend and co-worker. He was a good christian man, he loved his wife and children and most of all he loved helping those in need. Kim my heart and prayers goes out to you and your love ones.

Myle Collins

April 18, 2008

It is so very touching to see how many peoples lives were touched by Kent. When I started dating Brad, he welcomed me into his family with open and loving arms. When I lost my father less than a year ago, he would sit and talk to me, listen to me, or even just let me cry. He helped heal a part of me that I thought I had lost. His family misses him dearly. We should all remember to not mourn his passing, but instead celebrate his life. He was a great man, and the part of him that made him great, lives on in his two amazing and strong children. Tara and Brad, thank you for sharing your dad, not only with me, but with us all.

April 18, 2008

TO THE BICKFORD FAMILY:

I'M SO SORRY TO HERE OF KENT'S PASSING. I WORKED WITH KENT AT MCCAA FOR SEVERAL YEARS. HE WAS A VERY CARING AND GIVING PERSON, AND WOULD DO ANYTHING TO TRY TO HELP SOMEONE IN NEED. I WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.

JULIE (MERCED)

Irma & Andy Montoya

April 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ally Brigham

April 18, 2008

I had the chance to meet Kent 2 years ago when I became best friends with his nephew Thorin. He was the nicest, warmest person anyone could ever wish to meet.Thoes who got the chance to know him will always love him and will tell you, he will never be forgotten because he never left.Kent will always be in the hearts and homes of all of thoes hes touched.Thank you Kent you ARE missed.

Dave,Sandy and Andrew DeMott

April 18, 2008

To the Bickford Family:
We were sad to hear of Kent's passing. We remember him with a smile at all the baseball games in Atwater . You are all in our thoughts and prayers now as you grieve his loss.

Richard Williams

April 17, 2008

To the Bickford Family, Maria and I send our deepest condolences and may god give you all the strenght in the world in your time of need. Kent was a very caring and sincere sharing person. He gave more than anyone can thank him enough for. He was full of life and made my life more enjoyable with his sense of humor and sprite. And he was a very proud father of his children and rightfully so. He took tremendous pride in his family, and he will be greatly missed by everyone. I'm very glad and proud to have been touch by Kent. May God Bless Him and His Family Sincerely Richard, Maria, Chris and Jason Williams

alan hair

April 17, 2008

Sorry for your loss. Kent treated my sons like they were his own. Coached them in baseball. a very kind & gentle soul. He will be missed

Valerie Ortiz

April 17, 2008

Kent always had a kind word or a "God Bless You Kid" for me whenever I talked with him. Kent brought his faith with him everwhere he went and shared that faith freely with any of our residents when they felt they needed someone to talk to. Kent often lifted spirits in our office and was always good for a laugh. He will be missed by staff and residents alike.

April Womack

April 17, 2008

My name is April and I wanted to say that Kent Bickford was like my spriturly dad. My husband Bennie and my children will miss him alot. I thank knowing for him and Kim they are so loving and kind, they would that the shirt right off their back if you needed anything.

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