Jennifer Bergstrom passed away in her home in Fairport, NY surrounded by her loving family on May 31st, 2021 after years of living with breast cancer.
Jen is survived by her husband Andrew “Andy” Hicks of Fairport, NY, mother Jill Capuano and her husband Mike of Worcester, MA, father John Bergstrom and his wife Karen of Leicester, MA, brother Jonathan Bergstrom of Worcester, MA, grandmother Carol Ward of Worcester, MA, fur baby cat Lucky, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Jen’s warm-hearted, caring nature and love of children touched the lives of Retina, Claire, Alice, Rowan, and many others.
Jen was born in Worcester MA on August 7th, 1981. She graduated from Burncoat High School in Worcester, received her undergraduate degree at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, and completed her master’s in Criminal Administration from Anna Maria College in 2009. She was a certified EMT. During her years of working Jen held many different jobs. She cared for and mentored foster girls at YOU INC Grafton House for seven years and was still in contact with many of the girls she mentored. Jen then worked at CVS Caremark helping cancer patients with their pharmaceutical needs. Jen and Andy moved to Fairport NY in 2013 and later wed in 2018. She worked for Relph Benefit Advisors until she retired to spend time with family and live her life.
Jen loved her practice of yoga. She loved traveling, spending time in nature, and enjoyed hiking and gardening. Jen was happiest and most at peace when she was at a lake or the ocean. She loved her family dearly. She enjoyed spending time with her friends from so many different walks of life. She will be remembered for her bubbly personality, quick sarcastic wit, and unequaled compassion and empathy. Jen was also a loyal fan of New England / Boston sports teams and attended several of their championship parades throughout Boston.
A Celebration of her Life is being held on June 4th, 2021 between 4 pm and 7:30 pm at B. Forman Park (4507 Lake Rd. Williamson, NY 14589). A second Celebration of Life is to be held at Tower Hill Botanic Garden (11 French Dr. Boylston, MA, 01505) date and time to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations to either Wild Wings Inc Bird of Prey Facility and Nature Center in Mendon Ponds Park or Tower Hill Botanic Garden would be appreciated.
Celebration of Life 6/4/21 – https://photos.app.goo.gl/yDwzXBmSm1JJh6mJ8
Second Celebration of Life – TBD
Wild Wings Donations – https://www.wildwingsinc.com/product-page/donation
Tower Hill Botanic Garden Donations – https://www.towerhillbg.org/giving-hope/
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Jen’s Instructions to Andy on Living his Life – https://photos.app.goo.gl/4cowKS4tvZYnZXw8A
More Photos of Jen – https://photos.app.goo.gl/LS8MEL1e7YRyziuc6
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful woman gone too soon. Out thoughts and prayers are with the family. May you find comfort and peace knowing that Jen is no longer in pain abs that one day you will see her again. Much love, Heather and Rob
Such a beautiful tribute to a beautiful young lady. She taught us all how to live life to the fullest even in her darkest hours. I had the privilege of watching Jen grow from a toddler to one of the bravest most courageous women I had the pleasure of knowing and loving. She will be missed greatly and deeply. My Love and prayers to Jill, John, Jonathan, Andy, Mike and her entire family. Sonya Retallic
I worked with Jen at the CVS pharmacy in Westborough for some time. She was such an amazing, caring and beautiful person. Her laugh and smile brightened up the room and she genuinely cared. She was such a beautiful woman and I am deeply saddened to hear of her passing. I am praying that her family and loved ones find peace and patience during this difficult time. -Marwa alnaal
I am so heartbroken by this news, but am also at peace knowing Jen is no longer suffering. She was such a courageous fighter and I admire her so much. I went to college with Jen, we caused trouble, we had fun, and best of all, we stuck together through good times and bad. The bond that we formed could never be broken, we remained friends all of these years. Andy, cherish those memories. I’ve heard so much about you and I’m so glad that you were the rock who stood beside her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Jen’s entire family. To Jen, I’m going to miss you but I know you’ll still be at our sides!
Jill, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So sad to see you go but now you are at peace.
Such a beautiful tribute of a young soul gone too soon. Jill, Jonathan and family, I am so very sorry to have learned of the passing of Jen. Such heartbreaking news. I work with Jill and Jonathan an did not personally know Jen but Jill and I would speak of her from time to time when in the office, I so admired her courage, fight and will to live. My thoughts, prayers and condolences to Jill, Jonathan, their family as well as to all who knew and loved her. May the memories of her help in finding peace and comfort during this difficult time. – Andra
I was heartbroken to learn of Jennifer’s passing. Jennifer and I go all the way back to St. Nicholas Avenue Elementary School. I loved her almost immediately! I knew right away she was someone I wanted to have in my life. As we grew and followed the paths for lives, we traveled in different directions. Whenever we saw each other, it ALWAYS felt the same. Jennifer was and will ALWAYS be a beautiful spirit. To know her, is to love her. The simple thought of her ALWAYS draws a smile. She was an inspiration, she was admired and most of all… She was loved! I send prayers of comfort, strength, peace and endurance to all of her friends, family as well as every single life she touched. I love you Jennifer!
I was so sorry to hear this news. Jen was a lovely young woman that any mom would be terribly proud of. Sending my sincerest sympathies to Jill and all of Jen’s family.
Rest peacefully.
I will miss you everyday!! You have given my strength to fight my cancer !! Love you!??
Jen was always such a joy to take care of her at Pluta! She taught us how to live with grace and hope. She will always be in my heart as a favorite person I was lucky enough to know! Rest well Jen, Thank you Andy for sharing your lovely wife and friend…
Very saddened by your passing.But now you are free. Love you.Godfather and Uncle.