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Brian J. Stack

1954 - 2024

Brian J. Stack obituary, 1954-2024, Pittsfield, MA

BORN

1954

DIED

2024

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54 Bradford Street

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Brian Stack Obituary

Brian John Stack, 70 of Pittsfield, passed away June 9, 2024 at Albany Medical Center. He was born in Pittsfield, MA on April 3, 1954 to David Stack, Sr., and Barbara Murray Stack. Brian was a graduate of Taconic High School and Berkshire Community College.

Mr. Stack was a United States Navy Veteran. Following his honorable discharge in 1976, he worked on the rail road before joining the wastewater treatment plant for the City of Pittsfield. He worked there for over thirty years, retiring as superintendent of the water department.

He married his loving wife the former Gail Ann Phillips on March 17, 2000.

Brian loved fishing and was a member of the Great Barrington Fish and Game Club. He always was helping others and was there for everyone, never turning anyone away. Brian could fix anything for anyone and was a friend to all.

He will be sorely missed by his beloved wife of 24 years, Gail Ann Stack of Pittsfield; children, Sean Stack and wife Maria of North Carolina and Megan Stack of Pittsfield; three grandchildren, Leah Verchot, and Elias and Aurora Stack; siblings, David Stack, Barbara Stack Russo and Stacy Stack Arienti and husband Gregg, all of Pittsfield. He also leaves his step-children, Michelle Daunais of Pittsfield, Jannine Doyle and husband Al of Pittsfield, and Scott Gilardi of Adams; his step-grandchildren, Alyssa and Ryan Daunais, Michael Doyle and wife Ashley, and McKenzie and Sean Doyle. As well as his step-great-grandchildren, Benjamin, Barrett and Emma.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to Soldier On in Pittsfield in care of Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St., Pittsfield, MA 01021.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jun. 15, 2024.

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Peter Bruneau

June 24, 2024

So Sorry to hear of Brians passing, what a Great guy and a great worker. I will miss you. My friend

Sally Brandon

June 19, 2024

Thinking of the time the RR sent you to New Haven and I was working at WPLR. I forget which show we saw but we were laughing all night like clowns. Miss you already. And love to you, Gail.

Vinny Garofoli

June 17, 2024

I am truly sorry for the loss your family has suffered. You will all be in my prayers.

Will Blake

June 17, 2024

My condolences, to the Stack family. I worked, and he was a friend, with Brian, for many years, for the city.

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Rick Fresia (Phoenix, AZ)

June 16, 2024

So sorry to hear of Buffy's passing. He and I were very close friends when we were young. We lived two houses apart on Barker Road, and were nearly inseparable during the 1960s. I have fond memories of watching Batman every Wednesday and Thursday nights at his home.

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John A. Bernardo Esq

June 15, 2024

My condolences to the family. May the fond and loving memories be a comfort and always be with you.

Kim and Anthony Stracuzzi

June 15, 2024

Our brother-in-law , Brian was such a kind guy. Whenever we saw him he always had a smile on his face. And his laugh... if you knew you knew. Bri was always willing to lend a hand and help anyone in need, whether it was a family member, a friend, a coworker, or a complete stranger. We are so grateful that Brian was an amazing husband and best friend to our sister, Gail for 24 years. He fit into our crazy family perfectly and he will be missed dearly by all of us. Rest easy, Brian.
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Kim and Anthony Stracuzzi

Kellie

June 15, 2024

I´m am so sorry for the loss of you dad. He was great! Sending hugs and lots of love your way Meg and family.

Maria Elaskar-Stack

June 15, 2024

Your visits with the grandchildren were short but sweet.
You always wrote the most thoughtful and loving cards.
We will always remember you and be grateful for the time shared.
May you rest in peace.
Your son Sean, your daughter in law, Maria and your grandchildren Eli and Aurora.

Carol &Mike

June 15, 2024

So sorry.

Linda Connors

June 15, 2024

Brian was one of a kind. Loved his sense of humor. He was a great neighbor. He will be missed but never forgotten. RIP Buff
My sympathy for Gail, Megan, and Sean

Michael and Julie Warrington

June 15, 2024

Dear Classy (Megan) and Sean,
Michael and I are sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Nancy Colvin

June 15, 2024

Shaun and Megan, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your dad was one of my best friends, along with your mom and Gary Rochelo. The three of us were always together and we had many laughs, good and bad times. I will treasure all of the good memories. I think there is a party in heaven. Brian is walking with the spirit in the sunlight. Rest in peace my dear friend.

Donna Hayes

June 15, 2024

Rest in Peace my friend. Condolences to the family. Remembering some of our old times.
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Aprille Stokes williamson

June 15, 2024

Many good times. A great guy

Hannah Provencher

June 15, 2024

Brian was a wonderful co-worker, supervisor and friend. I will miss his hearty laughter and sharing stories of the years we spent working together at the treatment plant. R.I.P.

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