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Gladys MacWilliams Obituary

LEE -- Gladys B. MacWilliams, 79, of 145 Maple St. died Wednesday at the home of her son, David MacWilliams of Feeding Hills.

Born in Pittsfield on Jan. 17, 1924, daughter of Franklin and Florence Galvin Brundage, she was a 1941 graduate of Pittsfield High School. She attended Brenau College in Gainesville, Ga., and was a 1961 graduate of the former Berkshire Business School.

She lived in Lanesboro for 30 years and was an executive secretary and a marketing representative at the Berkshire Gas Co. for 28 years, retiring in 1989. She moved to Lee in 1994. For the past 15 years, she spent winters in Naples, Fla.

Her husband, Willard D. MacWilliams, whom she married on July 31, 1945, died Jan. 13, 1981.

Besides her son, she leaves three daughters, Susan MacWilliams of Southbridge, Kristy Mars of Stephentown, N.Y., and Margaret MacWilliams of Cambridge; another son, Scott MacWilliams of Lee; 10 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Mrs. MacWilliams was predeceased by a daughter, Kathryn MacWilliams.

FUNERAL NOTICE -- The memorial service for Gladys B. MacWilliams, who died Jan. 7, 2004, will be Monday at 11:30 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Lanesboro, with the Rev. Mary Schreiber, pastor, officiating. There will be no calling hours. Donations may be made to either St. Luke's Church or to the Perpetual Care Fund for Riverside Cemetery in care of the WELLINGTON FUNERAL HOME, 200 East St., Pittsfield MA 01201. Among survivors are her sons-in-law, William Mars and Jeff Bell; two daughters-in-law, Deborah MacWilliams and Leanne Curran; 10 grandchildren, Deven Ewing, Rebecca Guidetti, Stephen Goranson, Heidi MacWilliams, Daniel MacWilliams, Douglas Mars, Maggie MacWilliams, Kristy MacWilliams, Dustin Buck and Michael Buck, and five great-grandchildren, Samuel DeJong-Ewing, Calvin Mars, Ethan Mars, Elysia Mars and Jayde MacWilliams. Mrs. MacWilliams was also predeceased by a granddaughter, Sheryl MacWilliams; two brothers, Frank and Ernie Brundage, and a sister, Phyllis Bouley.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jan. 9, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Gladys MacWilliams

10 Entries

Sarah and Gerard Fogarty

January 14, 2004

Dear Scott and Leanne,

I don't really live in Nunavut, but it was the closest choice the computer had to "none of the above", as the Turks and Caicos Islands wasn't listed.

There is always the danger when idly scanning the obituary notices that I will know someone who died, or know someone who has lost someone, and so it was this morning. I don't think I ever met your mom, Scott, but from the other reminiscences I have just read, she sounds as though she had your warmth and good sense of humour, and I'm sure you will miss her terribly.

This is certainly an unfortunate way to get in touch with you, and the first time I have ever seen this sort of format, so I will confine myself to just wishing you well and hoping that we might someday stay in touch.

Sarah and Gerard

Judi Loeb

January 12, 2004

I really did want to be with you all today, but the start of school was delayed 2 hours because of the snow, so I never could have gotten there in time.

She was a class act, your Mom. I only saw her look less than impecable once. We had left Dana-Farber and pulled in to the Westin Hotel for lunch, and I looked over at her snd her blouse was unbuttoned. We had left Dana Farber in such a tizzy (rather elated) and she just hadn't put herself back together. I said "Gladys, it might be best if you buttoned your blouse before getting out of the car", and that smile appeared and she laughed and I waited till she put herself back together.

Even my ten year-old Melissa has fond memories of hours on the beach in Naples with your Mom. I have more memories than I could possibly recount here. She will be missed, and I really am sorry I can't be with you all.

If you find any photos of our Moms together or any of the 3 musketeers Julia, and our Moms, I'd love to have copies.

So sorry I didn't get to see Gladys again before her passing. My thoughts are with all of you.

JoJo Cyr

January 10, 2004

Dear Susan and Family, I had the privilege of knowing Gladys during the past few years of her life and found her to be a real treasure! She was a wonderful mother who was highly respected by all of her children and grandchildren. I especially appreciated her love for reminiscing and her great sense of humor. I'm not surprised that her parting words were humorous. She was a "spunky" and classy little lady who will be sorely missed by many including myself.

Melissa Martin

January 10, 2004

Dearest Susan and family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

love,

Melissa

Sandy (Johnston) Alderman

January 9, 2004

Dear Susan and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of your mother's death and hope you'll all take comfort in remembering so many good times. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Walt and Sandy (Johnston) Alderman

Ethel LaPier

January 9, 2004

To the children of "Gladie"

You do not know me. Your grandfather

rundage was my mother's 1st cousin.

I remember so many good times when were children growing up. Your granmother was surely a sweetie.

I felt so badly when I read about your Mom on the computer.

After my husband died I moved from Pittsfield to be with my children. I hve 4, 3 in Texas and a daughter in N.C.

I'll always remeber your Mom's smile.

May our bear Lord be with you all.

Most sincerely, Ethel

Linsey Smith

January 9, 2004

I'm so sorry. When I foung out Wendsday after school I was in shock. I just couldn't belive it because I just saw her in September at Grandma's(Phyllis Bouley) funeral. But we all must stand in this together. I won't be there for the service, but I will be there for the funreal. Pam and Mom(Heather Smith aka Heather Bouley) are going to head down. Once again i'm sorry guys.

-Linsey-

Allison McElveen

January 9, 2004

We Love you all our prayers are with all of you.

Dawn and Allison

Dawn McElveen (Pasini)

January 9, 2004

I was so sorry to hear about the death of your mother. I really admired her and will never forget my talk with her at Aunt Jean's birthday get together. She was a sweet woman and one that will be missed. My thoughts are with you all, Kristy, Scott, David, Doug and the whole family. Love you, Dawn

Carolyn Roy

January 9, 2004

Dear Scott & Family, We are so very sorry about the loss of your Mom. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that we are thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers at this difficult time. Sincerely, Carolyn & Tim Roy

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