Nicholas Bridges

Nicholas “Nick” Bridges of Lincoln MA passed away on July 2, 2025, as a result of pancreatic cancer. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, father-in-law, uncle, and friend to many. It will come as no surprise to those who knew him that he kept his characteristic sense of humor throughout his illness.

Nick was a life-long lover of music. He was born in Salina KS and graduated high school in St Louis MO. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harding Univ. in AR and a Masters in Music from Southern IL Univ. He started his music career by teaching music at Hazelwood HS in St. Louis. He continued his education at Boston University, getting a doctorate in Education, while teaching at Somerville HS. He often told stories of his teaching years in Somerville, where he met many colorful characters - a number of them becoming life-long friends. Afterwards, he became a professor of music education at Northern IL Univ. and Webster Univ. in St. Louis. Throughout his music career, he also served as choral conductor and vocal soloist at multiple schools & churches.

In the 1980s, Nick took his skills in education and applied them to the corporate world by making the shift to organizational development and training. His career moved him all over the United States as he worked as Director at Kraft Foods in Northfield IL, Coca-Cola in Atlanta, 7-Eleven, Inc. in Dallas, and Sears in Hoffman Estates IL. In 2003, he went out on his own to start his consulting firm, Barrington Organization Consultants. His career led to many remarkable trips, and even more remarkable tales of his worldwide journeys, where he greatly enjoyed learning about other cultures.

Living a combined total of 24 years in the Chicago area, Nick always remained a diehard fan of Chicago’s culture, institutions, and character. He and his wife Peg enjoyed going to the Chicago Symphony and Lyric Opera, where he served as a Guild Board member. After living “part-time” between Arlington MA and their beloved home in Barrington Hills IL, Nick & Peg moved to the Boston area in 2016 to be with family. Here they grew to enjoy the wide variety of musical & cultural offerings in Boston.

Nick is survived by his wife of 41 years, Margaret “Peg” McGirr, as well as daughters Sarah Sheldon (Daniel) and Emily Potter (Randall), and sister Linda Henderson (Thomas), and two adored grandchildren, Sparrow and Theo.

A memorial service will be held at a future date.

Arrangements under the care of Concord Funeral Home, 74 Belknap Street, Concord, MA 01742 978-369-3388 www.concordfuneral.com