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Ethan James Piaggi-Cornell
1993 - 2016 Ethan James Piaggi-Cornell, 22 of Pittsfield, MA died Thursday July 28, 2016 at Berkshire Medical Center-North Adams as a result of an automobile accident in Adams. He was born in Pittsfield, MA on November 30, 1993, son of David Allan Cornell and Donna Marie Piaggi. He attended Cheshire Elementary School, BART Charter School and graduated from Hoosac Valley Regional High School with the class of 2012. He also attended Berkshire Community College. Ethan was employed at Arizona Pizza in Lanesboro and also worked at That's a Wrap. He attended the Unitarian Church in Pittsfield and was a member of its youth group. In his youth, Ethan was a Boy Scout with Pittsfield Troop #1 for several years and played youth football and baseball. At Hoosac Valley, he was a member of the football and track teams. Ethan enjoyed gardening, kayaking, fishing, hiking and skiing and was a ski instructor at Jiminy Peak. Ethan especially enjoyed spending time with his family, camping and playing bocce. Ethan was a humble, giving and kind person who will be missed by everyone who loved him. Survivors include his mother- Donna Marie Piaggi of Adams; his father and stepmother- David Allan Cornell and Cheryl Cornell of Dalton; and three stepbrothers and sisters including Nicole March, Ryan March, and Lindsay Gardiner. He also leaves his maternal grandfather- Raymond Piaggi of North Adams; his longtime partner with whom he lived- Staci Cutting; and several aunts, uncles and cousins including Adrian, Julian and Galen Ziaggi and Matthew Gyurasz; and his nieces Alyssa Bartlett and Emily Adams. FUNERAL NOTICE: Calling hours for Ethan Piaggi Cornell will be Thursday August 4, 2016 from 5-8 PM at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA. A celebration of life will be held on Friday August 5, 2016 from 4-8 PM at the Pittsfield State Forest. Memorial donations may be made to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield Youth Group; the Western Mass Council of the Boy Scouts; the Hoosac Valley Football or Track Booster Clubs or the Cheshire Little League in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com
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Ethan ,a smart, loving,child,that I loved like one of my own! We did Boy Scouts together, as well as play groups as a younger child. There are no words to speak enough sadness of his loss. I'm so sorry! I'm here for you,anytime! Love you! Joy.
Joy Danylieko
August 10, 2016
Donna, My sincere condolences, it is so hard to loose a young man at such a young age. I'm sure God has a special place in heaven for him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jeanne Ryan, Cheshire, Ma
Jeanne ryan
August 5, 2016
Ethan was an amazing person,loved and respected by everyone. A terrible tragety.. heart -felt love smpathy to family and freinds. The GALLI FAMILYS NORTH Adams..
August 4, 2016
Donna and family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son. We met Ethan when our son joined Troop 1. May you find comfort in knowing so many are holding you close in prayer.
The Lockman family
August 4, 2016
Donna,
We are heartbroken at the loss of Ethan. Countless images of activities and events through the years, where he was such an integral part, are reminders of his kind heart and gentle spirit. We are so very sorry. Please accept our love and prayers. "There are three things that last Faith, Hope, and Love; the greatest of these is love."
-The Staffin family.
August 3, 2016
Donna and Ray, I am so sorry about your loss...he was just too young. I certainly remember him at the Raina family reunions and he was a special boy. He seems to have grown into a wonderful young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Tamy Raina
Tamy Raina
August 3, 2016
Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Ethan growing up with my son as a quiet, humble, very kind boy. There are no words I can offer to help the loss of a child. I am sending prayers & love to help give you strength.
LYNN Larabee
August 2, 2016
May he rest in peace. He was truly one of a kind and always a pleasure to be around.
August 2, 2016
Michelle Dufur
August 2, 2016
Donna,
Keeping you close in thoughts and prayers. So sorry for this tragic loss.
Lori Moon
August 2, 2016
To Donna and family. We are so very sorry for the loss of Ethan. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Carolyn & Ron Sacco
August 2, 2016
Donna,David,Stacy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely Amy Hunt
amy hunt
August 2, 2016
Donna, my heart is so sad for you and the rest of Ethan's family! It sounds like he had turned out to be a wonderful young man! I was one of his preschool teachers and always thought very highly of him back then! Thoughts, prayers, and hugs from one mom to another!
Deborah Hartwig
August 2, 2016
our condolences to the piaggi & cornell family . so very sorry.
jacqueline & bill cote
August 2, 2016
jacqueline & bill cote
August 2, 2016
Donna,
My mom told me about your son. I am so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.
Cathy Sacco Poplaski
August 2, 2016
I am sorry to hear of Ethan's passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tina Holland
August 2, 2016
Dear Donna and Family:
Sharing Sincerest and heartfelt condolences to you on this incredible and unexpected loss - I will always remember Ethan smiling, from when he was just a 'lil guy playing sports and as he grew to a fine young man - humble and dedicated. I pray that each new day is filled with memories and may those memories be embedded in your heart, creating a continual comfort. Blessings, prayers and support as you journey on, until someday you are re united in heaven! God Bless!
Sincerely, The Gaylords
August 2, 2016
Donna and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May time and wonderful memories help you all move forward, until you meet again. God bless, Kristen Lagrotteria
August 2, 2016
Donna, David,Nicole and family
I am so sorry for the loss of your Ethan. My sincerest sympathies and thoughts are with you. He was taken too soon!
Tracy Cameron
August 2, 2016
I didn't know Ethan, but my heartfelt condolences to his family for your loss of Ethan.
Dawn Bombardier
August 2, 2016
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