Stephen C. Brickley

Merrimac, MA – Stephen C. Brickley, 71, of Merrimac, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022, surrounded by his loving family at High Pointe Hospice House in Haverhill after a brief illness. Born in Jamaica Plain, March 7, 1951, he was the son of Stephen F. and Margaret M. (Gallagher) Brickley. Steve grew up in Norwood and as a young man already possessed a strong work ethic and drive, working as a caddy at the local golf club during the summers to earn the tuition to attend private school. He graduated from Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood and then set his sights on college. He received his bachelor's degree from Northeastern University and his master’s degree from Boston University. For 40 plus years he was employed as an engineer in energy efficient climate control solutions for Cargo Caire in Amesbury, which was then acquired by Munters Corporation. It was there that he met the love of his life, Betty, enjoying first a wonderful friendship and then an enduring love that was pledged in marriage in 1986 and carries through to this day. Steve was a long-time resident of Newbury and later of Amesbury before recently moving to Merrimac. He was an avid golfer and a past president of Ould Newbury Golf Club. Music was another passion of his, especially jazz and The Grateful Dead. The Newport Jazz Festival was an annual trip for many years and he certainly earned his “Dead Head” credentials by chasing down all the shows in the area. He was a man of many accomplishments and talents, professionally and personally. He had a fantastic sense of humor and was known to make an exceptional chili. He was always the man with the camera, capturing the best family moments, the sunsets and sunrises, and the beautiful surroundings on the many get aways he and Betty enjoyed. Above all, Steve will be remembered for his love and kindness and his dedication to his family. He was a remarkable husband, father and grandfather. Always the guiding current to help his loved ones find their way and the safe harbor for them to return to. Words can’t describe how much he will be missed. He is survived by his beloved wife, Betty (Kent) Brickley, his son, Brian White of Amesbury and his daughter, Beth-Ann White and her husband Carl Collin of North Hampton, NH, five grandchildren: Josephine Collin, Lindsay Hart, Katherine, Brian and Sidney White and five great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert Brickley. Visiting hours will be from 4-6 pm Thursday, September 8,2022 at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton, NH. A private graveside burial will be held later for the family. In lieu of traditional remembrances, donations may be made by clicking here to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Stephen C. Brickley

March 7, 1951 - August 27, 2022