John A. Pike passes away at age 92

John A. Pike of Lincoln passed away on July 19, 2023 at the age of 92. The cause of death was complications from Parkinson’s disease.

A graduate of Williams College and Harvard Law School, John chose to devote many years of service to Belmont Hill School, which held a special place in his heart from the days when he attended with Dixon, his younger brother, great friend, and hockey teammate.

Following his retirement from Ropes & Gray after 36 years as a corporate and real estate lawyer, he worked with the Conservation Law Foundation on issues of the environment and public interest until his health prevented him from continuing with his work.

An avid hockey fan, particularly of the Boston Bruins, and a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, he exemplified dignity, integrity, and fortitude, and, while gracious and respectful, he was a man who did not shrink from whatever responsibilities and challenges life presented. John was comfortable in the corporate world but happiest when he was splitting wood and driving his tractor on some project around his family property in Randolph, Vt., or enjoying fun and games with his family, particularly his grandchildren.

He reluctantly leaves behind his beloved wife and constant companion of 65 years, Polly, his five children, his 10 grandchildren, and many friends and admirers, all of whom will cherish memories of his calm demeanor, sage advice, dry sense of humor, possibly his mischievous side, and definitely his hands, which were warm and strong to the end.

A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Dee Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Concord, which provided this obituary. To share a remembrance or to offer a condolence in John’s online guestbook, please click here.