Cheryl A. Bickford

Cheryl A. Bickford obituary, Gouverneur, NY

Cheryl A. Bickford

Cheryl Bickford Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by French Funeral Home, Inc. - Gouverneur on Mar. 11, 2025.

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GOUVERNEUR – Cheryl Bickford, age 70, of Pine Grove Apartments, Gouverneur, passed away on March 10, 2025 at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse following a brief illness.
Funeral arrangements are private with French Funeral Home in Gouverneur. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com.
Cheryl was born on November 12, 1954, the daughter of Robert "Ivan" and Madeleine (Wilson) Bickford of Fowler.
Cheryl had a love of music and pop culture; her favorite band was Heart. She loved all animals and was a supporter of animal rights. She recently lost her beloved dog Athena of 17 years whom was the light of her life. She leaves behind her adored cat, Trout.
Cheryl is survived by her brother, Kerry (Nancy) Bickford; brother-in-law, Dave Edwards; sister-in-law, Glenda Bickford; nieces, Michelle Hall and Amy (Brennan) Ordway; nephew, David (Melissa) Edwards and several great nieces and nephews.
Cheryl is predeceased by her parents; her brothers Gary Bickford and Wilson Bickford; a sister, Sandra Edwards and a niece Melissa Bickford.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Friends for Pound Paws, P.O. Box 394, Gouverneur, NY 13642.

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