John C. Bickerstaff

John Bickerstaff Obituary

John C. Bickerstaff, 55, of Cambridge, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Beloved father of Richard and Erik Bickerstaff of Cambridge, he was the loving brother of Ann Bayne and her husband, Leonard, of Saugus; nephew of Barbara Horsman of Malden and Betty Horton of Melrose. John will be missed by his best friends, Rick Lyons of Saugus, Leo Fisher of Maine; his many cherished cousins; and former wife, Irma Bickerstaff. For 25 years John worked at Stadium Auto Body in Brighton. When he wasnt working John loved to go to Sebago Lake in Maine, go camping, and always loved to help others. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a memorial service Friday, June 11, at 10 a.m., at the J.F. Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett. Visiting hours are Thursday, June 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. Interment is in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Johns memory to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. For online guest book and directions visit jfwardfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Cambridge Chronicle from Jun. 6 to Jun. 13, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for John Bickerstaff

11 Entries

Kenneth J. Lyons

November 23, 2024

Here's John up at Sebago . I think of John a lot I spent a lot of time with him I'm Rick Lyons brother Kenny

Lee Bickerstaff

July 7, 2010

Ann- You might not remember me, but I am your cousin, your Uncle John and Aunt Betty's oldest child, originally lived in Peabody. Time and distance has made family members into strangers. Still, I was saddened to learn of your brother's passing. I still remember you guys coming to visit and playing in the garage at the house in Peabody. Please accept my condolences, and those of my brother (John) and sisters (Julie and Sally).

Glenn Johnson

June 22, 2010

Dear Ann,
I just recieved word about John. The memories I have of our childhood together and the mischief we all shared.Truly we all loved him so.What a wonderful soul.
My love to you.

Phyllis Sorrentino

June 16, 2010

Ann,
I am so sorry to hear about Johnnie. I haven't seen him in about 20 years but will always remember him from Remingston St. & McKinnon Motors! He was a nice kid when we were growing up and grew to be a very kind man. I am sure he will be missed deeply by all who knew him.

Susan Carbone

June 15, 2010

Ann,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of John. It seems like only yesterday when we lived in Cambridge. Where have all those years gone? My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Susan (Johnson) Carbone

Tammy Stone-Conrad

June 15, 2010

Oh how well I remember our days of races and four-square on Remington St. I am sorry not to have known John as an adult. My sympathy to his family and many friends.

Nancy Ferullo-Hoey

June 15, 2010

Ann:
I am so sorry of learning of John's passing, my deepest condolences.I remember John from Remington St & CHLS, and always remember him as such as nice, caring person. Take care and just try to remember all the good times you had with your brother.

C Hill

June 13, 2010

I would like to send my condolences to Ann and all of Johns family. May you take comfort in knowing John is in God's memory.(John 5:28,29)

Lin Dave Charlie Jodrey

June 9, 2010

Dear Ann, though unable to provide you visual support by our presence on Friday, please know our hearts of sympathy are with you in the spirit; David especially remembers more about John because of "The Bike" Shop, Abe in Cambridge, and visits with him at Sebago Lake. John can be at peace knowing that he had a caring sister in you, and in Lenny, because of the depth of your character. May you find peace also, believing by Faith that your family in Heaven is being guided by God's omnipresent Love. God Bless You...Love, Linda, David and Charlie Jodrey c/o Lin at Waltham address.

Les Nelken

June 8, 2010

John, you were one of my best friends growing up, from grammar school through college and beyond. We had some great times, and occasionally we raised some hell. You were always there for your friends and you will always be part of who I am. Somehow we lost touch over the last 18 years or so. I don't know how that happened, life was so busy and time went by so quickly... Ultimately, time is all we have. So that's one more thing I learned from you; never to let that happen again with a friend.

To everyone in John's family - I am deeply sorry for your loss. John really was a special person, with a great sense of humor and always willing to help others. He will truly be missed.

Joyce B

June 7, 2010

My family grieves with you, Ann on the loss of your only brother.
I will always cherish those memories of him.
May he rest in peace.

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