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Francis Kolis Obituary

Francis T. Kolis

1934 - 2015 ADAMS Mr. Francis Theodore Kolis, 80, of 4 Anthony St., died peacefully early Friday morning, Feb. 20, at his home. He was born in Adams on April 26, 1934, a son of the late Matthew and Catherine (Strzepek) Kolis. He attended St. Stanislaus Elementary School, and later graduated from the North Adams Adult Education Program. Mr. Kolis first worked at the former Sprague Electric Co. in North Adams for several years. He then attended Pittsfield Trade School and earned a certificate as a machinist. He then went to work at General Electric Co. in Pittsfield for many years, until retiring in 1992. He was a communicant of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Adams. He was a member of the Adams Lodge of Elks, Forest Park Country Club, the Mountain Club, and the Adams Sno Drifters. He enjoyed flying, golfing, gardening, enjoying breakfast with his friends at the Corner Lunch in Adams, and spending time with his grandchildren and attending their sporting events. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and enjoyed playing with his grand dog, Abby. He is survived by his loving companion of 16 years, Arlene Bard; one son, Daniel Kolis and his companion, Jody Cilli, of Adams; four daughters, Karen Kolis and her wife, Linda, of Sun Lakes, Ariz., Julia Morey and her husband, Mike, of Cheshire, and Laurie Bard and Michelle Bard, both of Adams; 11 grandchildren, Justin and Derek Pinson-neault; Megan and Micayla Kolis; Natiya Cilli; Mitchell, Danielle and Chelsea Beauchemin; Cody and Chase LaBrie; and Misha Morey; one great-grandson, Noah Pinsonneault; one brother, Edmund Kolis of Penn.; four sisters, Lillian Blazejewski and Jane Gilman, both of Adams, and Blanche Hoellerich and Ilene LaFrance, both of Cheshire; and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was predeceased by four brothers, William, Theodore, Donald and Fred Kolis; and by three sisters, Isabelle Lanski, Adele Carignan and Mildred Zatorski; and by a granddaughter, Marissa Morey. FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 25, with a Liturgy of Christian Burial celebrated at 10a.m. in St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Adams, by the Rev. Steven Montesanti, Pastor. Burial will be held at a later date. Calling hours at the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St. Adams, are Tuesday from 4 - 7 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Adams Ambulance Service, 185 Columbia St. Adams, MA 01220, or to the Berkshire Hematology & Oncology Services at BMC Cancer and infusion Center, 165 Tor Court, Pittsfield, MA 01201. To leave a message of condolence, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com

Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Feb. 22, 2015.
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To the Kolis family during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers go out to all. Frank was a great guy and will be missed.

Derek Malcolm

February 25, 2015

Dan, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. May the memories help to ease the pain of your loss.

David Brodeur

February 24, 2015

Very sorry to hear of Franks passing. He was truly a great man. God Bless.

Ed & Sylvia Duquette

February 24, 2015

Dan, Arlene & The Kolis family,
My sincere condolences to you all, I was so sadden to hear of your Dad/Frank's passing, I will remember him fondly from the times seeing him at the Saint's hall to waiting on him & Arlene down at CJ's, may he rest in peace! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kris & Bruce Zieba

February 23, 2015

Dan & Kolis Family, We are very sorry for the loss of your Dad ( Frank). He will be greatly missed .

Daniel & Christel Massaconi

February 23, 2015

Sincere condolences to the whole Kolis family. Mr. Francis Kolis will live on in your hearts and will never be forgotten. Susan Massaconi

Susan Massaconi

February 22, 2015

Dear Kolis Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
I will remember the great golf games we had.

George and Faun Trumble

February 22, 2015

Prayers to Arlene and his entire family. I am thankful I had the opportunity to care for Francis, he always had a smile!! May you rest in peace

Tracey Fletcher

February 22, 2015

We are saddened by the loss of Uncle Frankie! He was a gentle soul! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. He can now rest in peace and join his heavenly family. Heaven has gained another "Kolis" angel. Our love to all.

Lynn Herlihy

February 22, 2015

My sincere condolences to my wonderful Aunt Arlene and all his family Frank was a loving and funny guy i will always remember him

keith Bush

February 22, 2015

We are saddened by the loss of Uncle Frankie. He was a gentle soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. He can now join his heavenly family. Just one more angel to watch over us. May he rest in peace.

Lynn Herlihy

February 22, 2015

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