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FRANCIS WICKHAM Obituary

WICKHAM--Francis C. November 27, 1934 - January 17, 2026. Architect. Treasured husband, father and grandad. Wick practiced architecture for over 50 years, as a partner with Prentice & Chan, Ohlhausen, Architects and previously with I.M. Pei and Partners. He is survived by Patricia, his wife of 67 years, two daughters, Jessica and Andrea Wickham, son-in-law Ryan Bussard and two grand- daughters, Laura and Penelope Bussard. He is predeceased by his parents, George Dorrance Wickham and Myrtice Morris Wickham and his brother, Robert Dorrance Wickham.

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 25, 2026.

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Richard W Southwick

January 25, 2026

A life very well lived. So sorry for your loss.

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Lynn Cazabon

January 25, 2026

A warm, intelligent, and generous man who I always enjoyed visiting and talking to.

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Jessica Wickham

January 21, 2026

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Richard Dattner

January 21, 2026

Knew and respected Francis and his work. My condolences. Richard Dattner

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