Paciorek Funeral Home

Maureen (Prendergast) Jakacky, 68, of Dalton, died on Friday, April 12, 2024, at UMASS Medical Center in Worcester. Per Maureen's wishes, there are no funeral services. The PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, Adams, is in charge of arrangements. For a complete obituary, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com.

Donald A. Graves, 88, of Adams, passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral Saturday Apr. 6th at 9:00 AM from the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St. Adams, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM in Notre Dame des Sept Douleurs Church, Adams. Burial to follow in Bellevue Cemetery, Adams. Calling hours Friday from 5 to 7 PM at the funeral home. For complete obituary, directions, or more information, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com

Mr. Alan Joseph Yagmin, 76. of Adams, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. He was born in Northampton on December 13, 1947, a son of the late Joseph A. "Sonny" Yagmin, Jr. and Lucy (Wojciechowski) Yagmin. He grew up in Easthampton and graduated from Easthampton High School. He received an associate degree from the former Northampton Commercial College, and later earned his Bachelor's degree from the former North Adams State College (now MCLA). Alan was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the US Navy, from 1969 until his Honorable Discharge in 1972. Alan worked at North Adams State College and its successor, Massachusetts College of Liberal...

Mr. Alan Joseph Yagmin, 76. of Adams, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. He was born in Northampton on December 13, 1947, a son of the late Joseph A. "Sonny" Yagmin, Jr. and Lucy (Wojciechowski) Yagmin. He grew up in Easthampton and graduated from Easthampton High School. He received an associate degree from the former Northampton Commercial College, and later earned his Bachelor's degree from the former North Adams State College (now MCLA). Alan was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the US Navy, from 1969 until his Honorable Discharge in 1972. Alan worked at North Adams State College and its successor, Massachusetts College of Liberal...

Mr. Richard W. Bieniek, 78, of Lanesboro, died Friday morning, March 22, 2024 at Mt. Greylock Extended Care Facility in Pittsfield. He was born in Adams on July 28, 1945, a son of the late S. Walter and Jeanette (Roberts) Bieniek. He attended Adams schools, graduating from the former Adams Memorial High School with the Class of 1963. Following his graduation, Richard entered the US Army, serving from 1963 until his Honorable Discharge in 1966. He operated Richard Bieniek Associates, a supplier of electronic parts and equipment, from 1986 until retiring in 2005. Earlier, he had worked at the former Sammy Vincent's Music Store in Pittsfield and had also assisted his father part-time in the...

Mr. Gary F. Bechard, 77, of Adams, died on Monday, March 18, 2024. Calling hours will be on Wednesday, March 27th from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St., Adams. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For a complete obituary, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com.

Mrs. Elizabethann "Beth" (Cahill) Wojtaszek, 77, of Adams, died on Friday, March 15, 2024, at her home. She was born in Pittsfield on November 28, 1946, a daughter of the late William and Shirley (Ormsbee) Cahill. She attended schools in Pittsfield and graduated from Pittsfield High School. Beth worked as the financial assistant to the Adams Town Accountant for many years until her retirement. She then worked part time for the former MyCom Federal Credit Union in Adams. She was a communicant of St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Cheshire. She enjoyed quilting, sewing and crocheting. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her...

Joseph H. Wojtaszek, Jr., of Adams, died on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. He was 86 years old. Born in Adams on September 2, 1937, he was the son of the late Joseph and Jessie (Armata) Wojtaszek. He attended schools in Adams and graduated as salutatorian from the former Adams High School in the class of 1955. He attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and earned his PhD in physics from the University of Rochester. Mr. Wojtaszek then moved to Cocoa Beach, FL, where he worked for the Computer Sciences Corporation at the NASA Kennedy Space Center, developing ground control simulations and data collection systems for the Space Shuttle. He later...

Mrs. Lynn M. (Lavendol) Gancarz, 68, of Adams, died on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. She was born in North Adams on October 23, 1955, a daughter of the late Leonard and Lois (Whitehead) Lavendol. She graduated from the Charles H. McCann Technical High School. Lynn last worked as a payroll clerk for the Adams Cheshire Regional School District until her retirement. Earlier she had worked for the Pittsfield Public Schools and the former North Adams Regional Hospital. She was a communicant of the Parish of St. John Paul II, Adams. Her husband of 45 years, Frederick Peter Gancarz, whom she married on August 25, 1978 died on September 14, 2023. She is survived...

Mrs. Amy A. (Decker) Giroux, 62, of Adams, died Monday, Mar. 11, 2024. Funeral service on Saturday, Mar. 16th at 1:00 PM in the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St. Adams. Calling hours are Saturday from 11:00 AM until the service at 1:00 PM in the funeral Home. To read complete obituary or for directions, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com

Mr. Robert F. Buckley, 77, of Adams, died on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. He was born in Springfield, MA on November 2, 1946, a son of the late William and Helen (Mckeon) Buckley. He attended schools in Ohio and graduated from the Worthington High School in Worthington, OH. He then graduated from Ohio State University and Xavier University. Mr. Buckley was a professor of marketing and advertising at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and the former North Adams State College. He served on the board of directors for the Pittsfield Boys and Girls Club as well as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada. He is survived by his husband Bradford L. Despres,...

Mrs. B. Wanda (Walczyk) Dzbenski, 93 of North Adams, passed away Wednesday evening, March 6, 2024 at Williamstown Commons. She was born in Podgorze, Poland on September 10, 1930, a daughter of the late Antoni and Helena Walczyk, and attended schools in Poland. She married her late husband Marian Dzbenski on June 27, 1953. He died on May 17, 2005. Wanda and Marian emigrated to the United States from Poland in 1966 to give their four children a better life. Leaving behind their extended family was difficult for them, but they embraced their new and better world. A seamstress by trade, Wanda last worked at the former Waverly Fabrics in Adams until retiring, Earlier, she worked at...

Mr. Geroge B. Robinson, Jr. 80, of Adams, died peacefully on Saturday March 2, 2024, at Williamstown Commons. He was born in Adams on April 11, 1943, son of the late George B and Jesse (Martin) Robinson Sr. He attended schools in Adams and graduated from the former Adams High School. George worked at the former Arnold Print Works, and as a transformer at the former General Electric in Pittsfield for 30 years. He was a communicant of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church. He also served with the Massachusetts Army National Guard in Adams. He was also a member of the Maple Civic Club. In his early years he was involved in amateur boxing, lightweight division winning many matches. He enjoyed spending...

Mrs. Elva (Skellie) LaBonte, 88, of North Adams, died Saturday evening, February 24, 2024 at North Adams Commons, with her family at her side. She was born in Cambridge, NY on December 4, 1935, a daughter of the late John A. and Alice (Burch) Skellie. She graduated from Greenwich Central High School, and then continued her education at Hartwick College, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 1956. Elva worked as a Registered Nurse in the Maternity department at North Adams Regional Hospital for over 35 years until retiring in 1997. She was an active member of the First Congregational Church, North Adams, where she was a member of The Women's Fellowship. Elva enjoyed...

Mr. William "Buffy" Moncecchi, Sr., 89, of Adams, died on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at his home. He was born in Adams on February 24, 1934, a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Bianchi) Moncecchi. He attended schools in Adams and graduated from the former Adams High School with the class of 1953. Mr. Moncecchi was a master plumber and master pipefitter, owning and operating the former Moncecchi Plumbing & Heating from 1975 until his retirement. He had also taught plumbing night classes at Charles H. McCann Technical High School for many years. Mr. Moncecchi was a communicant of the Parish of St. John Paul II in Adams. He was and avid hunter and fisherman, enjoying many hunting trips with...

Ilene Kolis LaFrance of 457 Savoy Road in Cheshire died suddenly and unexpectedly on February 18th at Berkshire Medical Center in the presence of her adoring family. Nanzie as she was affectionately called, was born in Adams on June 6, 1935. She and her twelve siblings were first generation Americans as her parents, Matthew and Catherine (Strzepek) Kolis emigrated from Poland. Ilene attended St. Stanislaus Kostka School and graduated from Adams High School. She married her beloved husband Richard LaFrance on July 4, 1956 (the only day he had off!) They enjoyed a strong and inspiring marriage until his death on May 8, 2012. Together she and Dick built what has come to be known as...

Mr. Robert C. Eastwood, 81, of North Adams, died Tuesday evening, February 13, 2024 at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. He was born in Adams on January 2, 1943, son of the late Charles M. and Verna L. (Haggstrom) Eastwood. He attended Adams schools and graduated from C.H. McCann Technical High School in North Adams. He served with Co. M, 104th Infantry of the Massachusetts Army National Guard in Adams from 1965 until 1970. Bob last worked in the Buildings and Grounds Department at Williams College until retiring in 2001 after 25 years of service. He had been a member of the First Congregational Church, Adams. He was also a member of Adams Post 160 American Legion, Adams Outdoorsmen...

Preston Moore McClanahan III, died on February 12, 2024, at Hope Hospice in Providence, RI. He is survived by his wife, Magdalena, his son Noel, daughter Eve, grandchildren Charlotte and Preston. Calling hours are Thursday morning from 10:30AM until 11:30AM at the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac Street, Adams, MA 01220, followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 12 Noon in Notre Dame des Sept Douleurs Church, Maple Street, Adams. Burial will follow in Bellevue Cemetery also in Adams. In leu of flowers, donations can be made to Eve McClanahan through the funeral home for his grandson. To leave a message of condolence, or for directions, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com.

Philip Henry Grandchamp, age 85, passed away peacefully at home on February 10, 2024. He was born on January 21, 1939 in Springfield, MA. He was raised in Wilbraham, MA and graduated from Wilbraham & Monson Academy. In the summers he was employed by Rice Fruit Farm where he acquired a lasting love of the outdoors, gardening and growing fruit. He was a graduate of UMass Amherst where he received a degree in history and was president of TKE fraternity. He attended Boston College Law School and was selected to be on the Law Review. He met Margaret "Peggy" (Moore) on a blind date, married soon after and shared 60 loving years together. Upon Phil's graduation from law school, they...

Philip Henry Grandchamp, age 85, passed away peacefully at home on February 10, 2024. He was born on January 21, 1939 in Springfield, MA. He was raised in Wilbraham, MA and graduated from Wilbraham & Monson Academy. In the summers he was employed by Rice Fruit Farm where he acquired a lasting love of the outdoors, gardening and growing fruit. He was a graduate of UMass Amherst where he received a degree in history and was president of TKE fraternity. He attended Boston College Law School and was selected to be on the Law Review. He met Margaret "Peggy" (Moore) on a blind date, married soon after and shared 60 loving years together. Upon Phil's graduation from law school, they...

Mrs. Maryann (Jagiello) Pinsonneault, 70, of Adams, died on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 16, 2024, at the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St., Adams from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, followed by a short service. In lieu of flowers, all donations should be made to PopCares, P.O. Box 482, Williamstown, MA 01267. For a complete obituary, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com.