John P. Bergmark
Date of Passing:
John P. Bergmark, 90, of Windward Lane, Bristol, died peacefully at his home on October 16, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was husband to the late Marie (Brennan) Bergmark. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, a son of the late John C. and Lillian (Leggett) Bergmark, he lived in Barrington for 35 years before retiring to Bristol.
John worked as a sales representative for Mead Paper of Dayton, Ohio.
A student of theater, studying under the late Lucile Lortel, he had a lifelong involvement in community theater. He was the past president of the Barrington Players and a longtime member of the Barker Playhouse in Providence, where he performed in musicals and plays.
He was a former member of the Barrington Jaycees, volunteered at TAPIN of Barrington, delivered Meals on Wheels, and was a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), advocating for children in the foster care system. He served in the Army stationed in South Korea and was a member of the Seventh Division Choir.
He enjoyed sailing and loved the town of Bristol. His family and friends cherish him. May his memory be a blessing.
He is survived by his sister Janice (Bergmark) Gallagher of Glastonbury, Connecticut, former wife Joanne (Szukalla) Bergmark of Bristol, daughter Jennifer Bergmark and her husband Edward Levy of Bristol, daughter Jane Bergmark of Brattleboro, Vermont, grandchildren Eva Davenport, Makeda Bergmark, Isaiah Bergmark, and Elijah Bergmark, and nieces, nephews, step-children, step-grandchildren, and extended family. He was the brother of the late Robert Bergmark and Gene Bergmark.
Visiting hours are Tuesday, October 29, 4-7 pm at Watson Funeral Home, 350 Willett Ave, Riverside. His funeral will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 12pm with a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Luke’s Church, 108 Washington Road, Barrington. A reception will follow at The Guild at 99 Water Street, Warren. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s memory can be made to Covenant House https://www.covenanthouse.org.
John was a kind and amazing friend. His sense of humor, animated story telling, wonderful singing voice brought joy to every occasion. John loved everyone and was always ready to offer any help needed. What an honor to be considered his friend! We will miss you, John.
John’s deep rich voice, warm smile and embrace will always be remembered along with the many ways he participated in both liturgical and social actvities at St. Luke’s over the 47 years I was privileged to call him friend. Jenniifer and Jane, I am so very sorry for your loss.and hope all the good memories will comfort you in the days ahead,
The greatest , Studly
All of your many friends at North Farm will miss you very much.
Thank you for all you did to help me
when Joe was terminally ill.I shall never forget your many kindnesses
over the years.
We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing he was a good friend of ours for about 40 years. The nicest person you could ever meet.
We will miss all the good times we had together, phone calls just checking in and your talent for making people laugh.
John, you’re a wonderful human being. I’m sorry for your loss. You warm the hearts of everybody you touched. Rest in peace
John was the absolute kindest man to me and beloved by Roz. My heart is broken but will mend remembering all the wonderful memories. Rest well dear John.