David William Bickford

BICKFORD, David William – (Warrant Officer) – CC130J Loadmaster of 8 Wing Trenton – It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of David at the Belleville General Hospital on Monday, October 10th, 2016 at the age of 48. Dear son of Ellen Bickford and Russel “Herb” Bickford (Karen). Beloved husband to Tracey Bickford. Loving father to Tarina Gibbs (Justin) of Petawawa, and Kendra Bickford of Belleville. He is survived by sisters Deborah Iles, Monica and Tracy Bickford. He will be fondly remembered by his father and mother-in-law Paul Cross (Bobbie) of Miramichi New Brunswick, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Tony Cross (Laurie), Dyrald Cross (Connie), aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. David was an avid reader and sports fanatic. He will always be remembered for his love of the Detroit Red Wings – Go Wings Go!! Friends are invited to call at the JOHN R. BUSH FUNERAL HOME, 80 Highland Ave., Belleville (613-968-5588) on Friday, October 14th from 3-5p.m. & 7-9p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, October 15th, 2016 at 11:00a.m. Cremation will take place following the service. If desired, donations to Soldier On (www.soldieron.ca) in David’s memory would be appreciated by the family. For online condolences, please visit www.rushnellfamilyservices.com