Obituary of Michelle Bickford

Bickford, Michelle Eliza (nee Martin)

Peacefully surrounded by family after a fearless yearlong battle with Cancer, Michelle gained her wings on July 4, 2020 at 40 years of age at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance. Devoted wife of Joseph Henry Bickford for 10 years. Dear daughter of Linda Martin (nee Vermet). Loving sister of Christine (Brandon) Depencier. Beloved daughter-in-law of Junior (late Rosalie) Bickford and sister-in-law to Crystal Bickford and Nicole (Domenic) Pezzotti. Special cherished aunt to Kylee Wilkinson, Celeste Adrian, Arionna and Elijah Pezzotti. Predeceased by her grandparents Irma and Marcel Vermet, Uncle Roger Vermet.

Michelle "Missy" was a long-time employee and became the manager at Dulux Paint in Chatham for 19 years where she used her interor design degree and her creativity to make decorating dreams come true for many. She loved to read and had a collection of books especially Stephen King. She had a mass collection of Muppets and loved Nightmare Before Christmas. Her favourite quote from Dr. Seuss was "The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go." Her vocabulary was both humorous and creative. She was determined, a little stubborn and which made her a fighter to the end. Even in her darkest hours and her biggest struggles, she always had a way to make us laugh. She loved life and was both loyal and dedicated to her friends and family. She would do absolutely anything for them, no questions asked. 

If you desire, memorial tributes to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. In keeping with Michelle's wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Michelle's life will be held at a later date.