Mary E. Bickford, 79, of Clark Mills, NY departed this life on Friday July 4,2025 at Wynn Hospital  after a long illness.

Mary was born in Utica, NY the daughter of the late Joseph and Ella Cook Beighley and was educated in local schools. She continued her education and became a Licensed Practical Nurse, spending many years at Faxton Hospital and Sunset Nursing Home and retired from ECR.

In 1977 Mary was united in marriage to Edward K. Bickford  and the couple recently celebrated 48 years.

She will be sadly missed by her husband Edward; daughter Heather Piacentino and her many grandchildren. Siblings;  Noreen Lallo, Carla (Anthony Fasolo), Jan (Cathy) Beigley and Joel (Dawn)Beigley and several nieces and nephews.Stepsons James Edward, Kenneth Allen and Edward Anthony.

As per Mary's wishes her family honored her at the time of her passing.

She will be laid to rest at the Gerald B. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery  in Schuylerville, NY at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the guidance of the John L Matt Funeral Home, Chadwicks, NY. To send an online  greeting go to www.johnlmattfuneralhome.com