Obituaries

Feb 8, 2024

Born in Tennessee in 1987, John Rybacki left us in February 2024, just shy of his 37th birthday.

You might say he lived large - John was a big guy with a big heart, a warm smile and a wide circle of family and friends who he adored.

John grew up in Great Barrington, MA,...

Jan 16, 2024

Gertrude Marie Bidwell Leuchs, 97, a longtime resident of Monterey, MA died in League City, TX, January 16, 2024.

Marie was born July 6, 1926 in Hartford, CT to Charles Alanson Bidwell and Gertrude Catherine (Hamilton) Bidwell. She grew up in Great Barrington, MA where her father was manager and vice president of Southern Berkshire Power and...

Jan 14, 2024

Susan Babson Young passed away comfortably of natural causes at her home in Sheffield, Ma on January 14, 2024.

She was born in Boston on June 22, 1939 to David L. and Katherine L. Babson. Susan was raised in Wellesley Hills, MA, and graduated from Vassar College in 1961. She spent 30 years as the library director...

Jan 8, 2024

Nabih Nejaime, 88, of Stockbridge, passed away peacefully Monday January 8th at Wingate Residence in Pittsfield, MA.

Born April 29th, 1935, in view of the Cedars in Maasser-el-Chouf, Lebanon to the late Najeeb and Adele Nejaime, Nabih was educated in hospitality and the culinary arts and worked in the finest Beirut hotels.

In the summer...

Dec 27, 2023

Luke R. Beckwith, 85, a longtime resident of Lee, Ma died unexpectedly Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at home.

Born December 10, 1938 in North Adams, Ma he was the son of Clarence and Mabel (Rowley) Beckwith.

Mr. Beckwith served with the U.S. Airforce as an MP then with the Adams Police Department.  He owned and...

Dec 14, 2023

Eugene Wilson, Sr. 88, of Benton Avenue died December 14, 2023 at his home.

A native and lifelong resident he was born November 22, 1935 in Great Barrington, MA, the son of the late Otis and Maddie (Pope) Wilson.  He attended local schools.

Mr. Wilson was a staple at Fairview Hospital in Great Barrington where...

Dec 14, 2023

Austin Vincent, 28, of Stockbridge, MA passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 14, 2023.

Born on June 23, 1995 in Pittsfield, MA he was the son of Deanna Siwek and Patrick Vincent.

Austin loved to be outdoors fishing and hunting.   He had a love for life and a million-dollar smile.  His kind heart was seen...

Dec 12, 2023

Alan (Al) J. Pavoni died at home on December 12, 2023, after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family.

Al was born on August 31, 1954 in Pittsfield, MA to Paul and Lena Pavoni. He grew up in Lee, MA and was in the first graduating class of Taconic High School in Pittsfield, MA...

Nov 27, 2023

Luke Olsen was born in NYC, April 6, 1966 and died peacefully but unexpectedly November 27, 2023.

He is survived by his father and stepmother, Clarke and Ria Olsen.

He was a skilled carpenter who taught himself to be capable in all aspects of construction. Luke was a generous soul who was liked by all...

Nov 27, 2023

Elizabeth “Bette” White, a longtime resident of Stockbridge, MA died on Monday, November 27, 2023 at Kimball Farms Nursing Center in Lenox, MA at the age of 98.

Born on February 17, 1925 in Springfield, MA she was the daughter of Adolpho and Alfonsina (Borgatti) Guidetti.  Following graduation from Bryant College Elizabeth worked as a “Breck Girl”...

Nov 26, 2023

Joel Lionel Margolis, 91, Advertising Executive and Entrepreneur, Beloved Father and Grandfather died peacefully on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at Fairview Commons Nursing Center.

Born in Brooklyn, New York on May 28, 1932 to Alex and Esme (Woolf) Margolis, Joel received his undergraduate degree from Baruch College. After serving in the US Army during the Korean War...

Nov 17, 2023

Mark Eisen

1958-2023********

Mark Eisen was born in Cape Town, South Africa in 1958. He moved to the United States at the age of 19, attending USC in Los Angeles, California. Mark followed a creative path, becoming a fashion designer in Los Angeles then moving to New York City where he built an eponymous luxury...

Nov 14, 2023

Peter Whitney Strong, 99, died November 14, 2023.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 37 years, Emily Palfini Strong, his cousin, Robert Maytum and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Peter was an avid cross-country skier, cyclist, hiker and Buffalo Bills fan.  He proudly served his Country in WWII and enjoyed a career as an...

Nov 1, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Rose Wellauer, at the age of 95. She was born in Lungern, Switzerland on August 15th, 1928 and lived a life filled with love, kindness, and grace.

Rose and her husband Hans Wellauer emigrated to the United States in 1955 and settled in...

Oct 29, 2023

Bernadette Ann Learnard, known as “Bern”, died on Sunday, October 29, 2023 as a result of complications of Lupus disease.  She was 38 years old.

Born on November 30, 1984 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts she was the daughter of Kathleen (Fletcher) and Robert Fedell.  She was a graduate of Mount Everett Regional High School, class of 2003 and...

Oct 9, 2023

George Washington Davis, III, 76, died Monday afternoon, October 9, 2023 at Berkshire Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Sandisfield, MA where he had been a resident for the past several years.

Born on October 30, 1946 in York, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late George W. Davis, II and Elva (Hill) Davis.

George...

Oct 6, 2023

Richard John Louison, “Rit”, 89, former Selectman for the Town of Great Barrington died Friday, October 6, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

A native and lifelong resident of Housatonic, MA, he was born April 1, 1934 at home, the son of the late Arsene and Elizabeth (Cleary) Louison. He was a 1953 graduate of the former...

Oct 6, 2023

Peter Eichstedt, 84, of Sheffield, MA passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. Peter was born on September 2, 1939, to Emeline (Markham) and Herbert Eichstedt of Hillsdale, NY and was raised in Sheffield along with his eight siblings.

Peter was formerly married to Joy Ovitt-Eichstedt of Sheffield, MA.  He graduated from Mount Everett Regional High School...

Sep 7, 2023

Janice L. Storti, aka “Stort”, beloved teacher for the Southern Berkshire Regional School District died September 7, 2023 at Fairview Hospital in Great Barrington.  She was 82 years old.

Born in Westfield, MA on May 2, 1941, she was the daughter of James Francis and Genevieve Sofia (Pinas) Humason.  Upon her graduation from Westfield State College in...

Sep 5, 2023

Grace T. Gleason, 95, of Egremont Plain Road in Egremont, MA passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Geer Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Born on August 24, 1928 in Irasburg, VT she was the daughter of Arthur and Eva Tatro Taylor.  Grace was a graduate of the former Williams High School.

Mrs. Gleason worked...