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Martin Barenski Obituary

Martin M. Barenski

1952-2014 LEE Martin Michael Barenski, 61, of Golden Hill Road, died Tuesday, June 3, 2014 after a brave and courageous year long battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Pittsfield on July 2, 1952, he was the son of A. Lydia Sacchiero Barenski and the late Joseph P. Barenski. Marty was a 1970 graduate of Lee High School. Following high school, he worked for General Electric in Pittsfield and later at Fraser Sales and Western Mass Construction. Marty retired from the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority, Blandford. He was very devoted to his family and many friends and was always willing to help anyone in need. In addition to his mother of Lee, Marty is survived by two brothers, Thomas J. Barenski of Lee; Robert A. Barenski and his wife, Cathleen, of Baltimore, Md. and their children, Daniel and Johannah Barenski; and one sister, Jean M. Firth and her husband, William, of Westboro, Mass. and their children, Joseph and Katelyn Firth. He also leaves his companion, Patricia MacDowell of Lee; and her children, Nicole Choquette and her husband, Noah, and their children, Jackson and Gavin; Ryan MacDowell and his wife, Edna, and their children, Amber and Victor. FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Martin Barenski will be Saturday, June 7 at 12 p.m. at St. Mary's Church, Lee. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. Visiting hours will be at the KELLY FUNERAL HOME, 3 Main Street, Lee, MA on Saturday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. Friends wishing may make memorial donations to Riverbrook Residence or Lee Fire Co., in care of the funeral home. If you would like to leave a message of condolence or share pictures or stories please visit our website at www.kellyfuneralhome.net.

Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jun. 5, 2014.
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It's been a year now and you are REMEMBERED and MISSED. Trevor

May 31, 2015

Marty and I were in the GE Electrical Apprentiship program. He was a great guy and a good friend.

Fran Jacobs

October 9, 2014

Marty,
They broke the mold when God made you. One always knew where they stood. I didn't realize how fortunate I was when I moved here. You have always been a great friend and neighbor, quietly helping those who needed it. Your body may have left us but your spirit and wonderful smile and laugh never will.

Joanne Nunes-Lunt

June 10, 2014

Dear Barenski family,
We enjoyed talking with Martie many times over the years and he was very knowledgeable about the activities in Lee. We were surprised and saddened that he left us too young and send our sympathy to all of you.
Bob & Janice Welcome
Lee, MA

Robert & Janice Welcome

June 9, 2014

From both of us to all of Marty's family and Pat. We send to you all our deepest sympathy.Marty was our close friend that will be a great loss and forever with us .He may be gone but he will never be forgotten.

Rob & Kim Mitchell

June 7, 2014

I always enjoyed Marty's visits to our store. . . always a smile and lots of laughs. I am very sorry to have read of Marty's passing. He will be missed for sure.

Jackie Moffatt

June 7, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to all of Marty's family & friends. He should have been a radio announcer with that distinctive voice. How that will be missed!

Love ya,
Bill & Diane

June 6, 2014

so sorry to hear of Marty's passing. He was such a great friend to my father and myself. He will be missed. my deepest heartfelt sympathies to his family.

Susan Leahey-Scott

June 6, 2014

From our family to all Marty's family and friends, we send our deepest sympathy. Marty was a sweet and kind soul. He may be gone, but he'll never be forgotten.

Debbi (White) Kennedy

June 5, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family, Marty was a great guy and will surely be missed.May CHRIST PEACE and comfort be with the family !

Daniel A Bettega

June 5, 2014

Pat & All of the Barenski family; Been a while but I still can see Marty's smile and always will. He will be missed, but remembered. My thoughts and Prayers are with all of you.

Trevor Mackie

June 5, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family. May the "God of tender mercies and all comfort" help you through this difficult time -2 cor 1:3.

Becky

June 5, 2014

Barenski Family,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Marty. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Rest in peace Marty.

Steve Koloski

June 5, 2014

Pat,

We are sorry to hear of your loss. You, your family & the Barenski family are in our thoughts & prayers.

Jean Dewey

June 5, 2014

I am truly sorry for your loss. Marty was a great guy and he always put a smile on my face. I will miss him. If you needed anything he was there for you. Please know I am thinking of all of you and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Janice Braim

June 5, 2014

Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Judy Sayers

June 5, 2014

I will always remember Martys visits to the yard,always helpful and willing to give his advice. I will miss him.I am very sorry to Pat and family as well as Martys whole family.

Gerry Drake Jr

June 5, 2014

To all who loved marty,we know that he was a bright light in all our lives, may God enjoy his company as much as we did.

sheri havill- jennison

June 5, 2014

Dear Lydia and family, With my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your dear Family, I always heard kind words and deeds that Marty did for you and for every one else. Rest in Peace dear Marty. Fondly Frances Antoniazzi

Frances Antoniazzi

June 5, 2014

I am truly sorry for your loss.
I remember Marty as a kind hearted person. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Bernadette Williams

June 5, 2014

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