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Richard J. Grillon, 78 of Washington, MA died on Thursday July 22, 2021 at his home. He was born in Adams, MA on January 23, 1943, son of Joseph and Rose (Holvec) Grillon. He attended local schools and graduated from the former Adams High School. Richard received his undergraduate degree from American International College. After college he was a VISTA volunteer in Missouri and Brooklyn. He was a community organizer in Springfield, before moving back to Berkshire County and taking his first job as a case worker for the Commonwealth of Mass, his employer until retirement after 33 years of service. Richard, known as Dick to his friends and family, was a long time resident of...

Mario John DeMartino, 80, of Lanesboro, MA died peacefully at his home on Saturday July 17, 2021 after a long illness. Born in Niagara Falls, NY on May 29, 1941 to the late Anthony J. and Antoinette (Pino) DeMartino, he was raised surrounded by his large Italian family which was the cornerstone of his life. He graduated from Bishop Duffy High School in 1959 and received his bachelor's degree in physical therapy from Ithaca College in 1963. In 1964, after working at hospitals in New York, Mario moved to Berkshire County where he began his career as the Director of Physical Therapy with Berkshire Rehabilitation Center. In 1974 he established his own private practice, Physical Therapy...

STOCKBRIDGE- Thelma "Tilly" L. Hover, 87 of Stockbridge, MA, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning at home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Whitingham, VT on March 30, 1934, daughter of Vernon and Blanche Reynolds Sprague, she was a devout Baptist and spent many hours volunteering for her local church, as well as teaching Sunday School. She never stopped speaking fondly of growing up on her family's farm on North Hill in Readsboro, VT. Thelma graduated Valedictorian of the Whitingham High School Class of 1952. She received a college scholarship, but was quickly hired right out of high school by the Deerfield Glassine Company in Monroe Bridge, MA. She worked for...

Noreen Lee (Putnam) Mole, of Pittsfield, MA died on Friday July 9, 2021 at her home. Noreen was born in Pittsfield, MA on July 6, 1951, a daughter of William A. Putnam and Charlotte C. (Studley) Putnam. She was a graduate of Pittsfield High School and received an Associate's Degree in Environmental Science from Berkshire Community College. Noreen also attended the University of Massachusetts. In her younger years Noreen worked at Bradlees. After college she was employed by Berkshire Life, from where she eventually retired as a Plan Administrator. Noreen is survived by her loving husband Stephen Vincent Mole, to whom she was united in marriage on April 1, 1977. She also leaves...

Cynthia J. Cimini, 75 of Pittsfield, MA died on Friday July 9, 2021 at her home. She was born in Pittsfield, MA on August 27, 1945, a daughter of Tullio P. Cimini Sr. and Rosalee B. (Smith) Cimini Sibbio. She attended local schools. Cynthia was a communicant of the former Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Survivors include nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Cynthia was loved and cared for by her staff at Guidewire for many years. She was predeceased by three brothers including Louis J. "Skip" Cimini, Tullio P. Cimini Jr., and Norman E. Cimini. FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral for Cynthia Cimini will be held Wednesday July 14, 2021 at 11:00 AM at FLYNN &...

Roderick Edward Gratton, 90, of Pittsfield, MA died on Wednesday July 7, 2021 at Berkshire Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Roderick was born on June 22, 1931, in Barre, VT, and was the son of Lionel Gratton and Gertrude (Jeffrey) McKee. He attended local schools and was a 1949 graduate of St. Joseph's High School. Roderick was a veteran of the Korean War serving his country in the US Army. He was employed by Verizon and the former New England Telephone Company where he worked as a foreman for many years before his retirement. Roderick was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church, where he was a member of its Eucharistic Adoration. He was a longtime communicant of the...

Judy Ann (Dion) Esoldi, 75 of Pittsfield, MA died on Wednesday June 30, 2021 at Berkshire Medical Center after courageously fighting cancer for several years. She was born in Pittsfield, MA on May 19, 1946, a daughter of George Henry and Alice Pearl (Martin) Dion. She attended Pittsfield schools and was a Pro Merito graduate of Pittsfield High School with the class of 1964. Judy was last employed by ESCO Energy Services where she worked for 17 years until her retirement. Before that, she worked at MSPCC for about 19 years. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church. Judy especially enjoyed trips to the ocean and also enjoyed kayaking, walking, baking, and was a camera...

Gail Kathryn Beare, 75 of Pittsfield, MA passed away on Wednesday June 16, 2021 at Berkshire Medical Center from cancer. Born on July 29, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois, she was the daughter of Gene Kerwin Beare, well-known in the business world and Doris Alt Beare. She lived with her parents and sister, Joanne during the early years. She resided in several states during her life: Illinois, Connecticut, Minnesota, Florida and Massachusetts. Gail worked in hospitals throughout most of her personal life, as a Medical Technologist and Laboratory Supervisor. Her interest in music led her to the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA where she provided music for the Masses and...

Stanley Anthony DiPietro, 65 of Pittsfield, MA died Monday June 7, 2021 as a result of a motorcycle accident in Pittsfield. He was born in Pittsfield, MA on June 29, 1955, a son of the late Anthony James and Josephine Mary (Parise) DiPietro. He attended local schools and graduated from Taconic High School. Stanley was a combat veteran and served in the US Navy with Inshore Undersea Warfare Group 1 in Vietnam and later as an Engineman 3rd class aboard the USS Cleveland LPD-7. Following his military service, he worked on ship engines for Bethlehem Steel in California and traveled to Japan, Australia, and various foreign ports all over the world. In the 1980's he owned and operated...

Myrna Ilene (Galler) Hammerling was born in New York City on September 7, 1942 to Jack and Sally Galler. Put simply, Myrna was the kindest of souls. She embraced life with a joy of learning and a thirst for knowledge, caring deeply and living fully, leading and making a difference without ever seeking the spotlight, and taking pleasure in helping others thrive and grow. Myrna loved a good crossword, met her friends regularly at the gym, meditated, did yoga, enjoyed live music and the arts, and was a nightly devotee of Rachel Maddow. Myrna was as authentic and genuine as a person could possibly be. She worked hard to build her community strong with a sharp intellect and infectious smile,...

Celia Esperanza Itchon, 63 of Lanesboro, MA died on Thursday May 27, 2021 at Berkshire Medical Center. She was born in Manila, Philippines on April 28, 1958, a daughter of Isabelo and Bebe (Barcelona) Itchon. She came to the US at age 9 and attended schools in New York City including PS 84 where she excelled in academics. Celia moved to the Berkshires where she attended workshops through Berkshire County ARC. She was an active member of Berkshire First Church of the Nazarene. Celia had a fun life that included a lot of love and laughter. She enjoyed the Special Olympics, camping, mission trips to Maine, going out to eat, bowling, word searches, parades, cruises and bus trips. ...

Enrico "Rico" T. Giardina, 95 of Pittsfield, MA passed away Saturday May 1, in the care and love of his family. He was born in Pittsfield, on April 23, 1926, to Matteo and Anna (Giovesanto) Giardina. He attended local schools, and graduated from Pittsfield High School with the class of 1944. Rico was a veteran of World War II and served with the US Army in Europe in the Third Armored Division (SPEARHEAD). His experience as a tank driver qualified him to drive large vehicles, (paddy wagon) after his appointment to the Pittsfield Police Department in 1949. He served 25 years as a patrolman and later head of the Traffic and Safety Bureau, where he educated school children in bicycle...

David George Halpin, 66 of Pittsfield, MA died Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Fairview Hospital in Great Barrington. He was born in Pittsfield, MA on October 14, 1954, a son of Edward Joseph and Evelyn Joan (Hamilton) Halpin. He attended local schools and graduated from Pittsfield High School. He also attended Berkshire Community College. David was last employed by Carr Hardware in Pittsfield where he worked for many years. David enjoyed music and playing the guitar. He also enjoyed working on cars. Survivors include his brother- Stephen Edward Halpin of Nashua, NH. FUNERAL NOTICE: A graveside service for David Halpin will be held on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 1:30 PM in St....

Marion Alice (Van Deusen) Hunt, 70 of Pittsfield, MA died Friday, April 16, 2021 at Berkshire Medical Center. She was born in Pittsfield, MA on May 19, 1950, a daughter of George Lawrence Van Deusen and Alice Harriet (Stiles) Van Deusen. She attended local schools and graduated from Pittsfield High School and graduated from Berkshire Community College. Marion was primarily a homemaker and was devoted to her family. She attended services at the Salvation Army. Survivors include one daughter- Jamie St. Jeon and one son- Thomas Hunt. She also leaves her grandson- Shea; one sister- Elizabeth A, Wimpenney of Sebring, FL; three brothers, Richard Van Deusen of Pittsfield; John Van...

Angelo J. Salvadore, 85, passed away Wednesday, April 7, 2021 while residing at Springside Nursing Facility in Pittsfield, MA, where he spent his last years close to family and friends. He was born July 4, 1935 to Angelo Salvadore and Katherine (Ruscio) Salvadore in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. On August 1, 1969, he married Vivian Segal of Brooklyn, NY. They had one son Michael Angelo Salvadore and resided in The Bronx, NY where they raised young Michael Angelo. Angelo worked as a Butcher in the wholesale meat packing business in New York City and then as the Butcher for The Palm Restaurant Organization. Angelo's love for music and opera was of no surprise to anyone around him. ...

Francis J. "Skip" Groleau, 78, son of the late Clarence and Mary Groleau, passed away on March 28th, 2021 at Berkshire Medical Center, with his family by his side. Skip was born in Jay, Maine on October 26, 1942 and grew up in neighboring Livermore Falls. He graduated from the University of Maine with a degree in mechanical engineering and a master's degree specializing in pulp and paper. His first job drew him to Dalton where he met the love of his life, Wadja. The couple married on June 22, 1968, at St. Agnes Church. His career first led them to upstate New York and then New Hampshire. Eventually they settled back in Dalton where he took a job with Crane and Company, where he...

The funeral for Patricia A. (Mancivalano) Asci, 77 of Estero, FL and formerly of Pittsfield, MA who died on November 6, 2020 will be celebrated Friday June 18, 2021 at 11:00 AM for family and close friends at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-BENCIVENGA FUNERAL HOME, 5 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery. A Facebook Live stream of the funeral will be available on the Flynn & Dagnoli Facebook page.

Jessie Rosemary (Ross) Borgo, 90, passed away peacefully at Mount Carmel Care Center in Lenox on April 22 due to complications from a stroke. Born on June 29, 1929, Jessie lived most of her life in Pittsfield. She was the daughter of the late Samuel and Rose (Lupisella) Ross. Jessie was born into a big Italian-American family, and growing up among her aunts, uncles and cousins brought her great joy. She loved recounting the stories of life in the family homes on Circular Avenue and Fenn Street. She also was among the first women of her generation to attend college. She graduated from Pittsfield High School, and, in 1951, received a bachelor's degree in teaching from the former Trinity...

Dr. Alan Cutler, 67, longtime resident of 51 Brookside Drive in Pittsfield, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 4th, 2020 at Berkshire Medical Center, surrounded by his family, following a long illness. Born in Pittsfield on November 24th, 1952 to the late Maurice and Zelda Cohen Cutler, Alan grew up on Livingston Avenue during the midst of the baby boom era and the glory days of Pittsfield in the General Electric era. Alan excelled as a student at Dawes Elementary School, South Junior High School (now Herberg Middle School), and was a 1970 graduate of Pittsfield High School, where he graduated second in his class, earned a National Merit letter of commendation, and received the...

Catarina A. Monteleone Frieri, 95, of Pittsfield, MA, died Friday, December 6, 2019, at Mt. Greylock Extended Care in Pittsfield. She was born in Pittsfield on June 15, 1924, the daughter of Anthony and Rose Flossic Monteleone. Catarina attended local schools and graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1942. During WWII, she took an apprentice job at General Electric as a defense worker, building parts for the U.S. Navy. She returned to G.E. in 1965, as the first women foreman, in the Power Transformer Protective Equipment Area. Catarina retired in 1991 after 26 years of service, when her department relocated to San Juan, Puerto Rico. After retiring, Catarina took up quilting and joined...

Dante Samuel Zaccari, born July 21, 1926, a beloved son, husband, father, grandpa, and great-grandpa passed peacefully on November 25, 2019. He was born and lived his entire life in Pittsfield. Dante was a decorated war hero, having served in the Navy during World War II. During his service, he received numerous awards and commendations for his bravery and valor, including the World War II Victory Medal, American Area Medal, European African Middle Eastern Ribbon, Asiatic Pacific Area Medal, and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon for his service. Dante was just two days short of celebrating his 72nd wedding anniversary, when on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1947, at Holy Family Church he...