Kerry L Couchman of Pittsfield, MA, passed away on November 21, 2022, at the age of 64, at Berkshire Medical Center, after a brief fight with cancer. He was born in Ilion, New York on January 17, 1958, to Lee and Margaret (West) Couchman, and raised in Richfield Springs, NY.

Kerry met Bonnie Jean Crowder at a Christian campus ministry, and they married on June 2nd, 1979. He loved hiking, fishing, fish-keeping, and outdoor photography. He earned his ham radio license in high school and is still contributing data to FlightAware. He played Portal 2 and enjoyed making puzzles for the game as Xy. He enjoyed preparing good food for those he loved.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from SUNY Albany and received his master's degree in Computer Science from Union College, Schenectady, NY. Kerry was proud to be an Engineer at General Dynamics, contributing to the defense of his country. He was well respected and mentored many of his colleagues.

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Couchman, son, Stephen Couchman, and daughter, Alethea Jean Couchman. He is also survived by his sister, Cynthia Lea (Couchman) Shoemaker-Hoffman, her husband Ronald Hoffman, his brother, Jon Kit Couchman, niece, Steffani Hope Shoemaker, nephews, Kenneth Lee (wife Jennifer), and Brendan Paul (wife Jennifer), great-nieces, Mirissa Llewellyn, Jennifer Webb, Emily, Abigail, Anna, Lianna, and Janice Couchman, great-nephew Evan Couchman, and some great-great-nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Dalton United Methodist Church on November 30th, at 3:00 PM. In leu of flowers, donations can be made to: Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry at DUMC, or the Housatonic Valley Association, Inc. (for clean waters in the Housatonic River watershed), in care of DERY FUNERAL HOME, 54 Bradford St, Pittsfield, MA 01201.

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Nov. 26, 2022.

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Cindy Hoffman

February 14, 2025

Happy Valentine's Day to my baby brother in Heaven!
Happy Valentine's Day to Mom, Dad, Nanna and Darlene, as well.

Cindy

November 20, 2024

Not a day goes by that I don't long to hear your voice!!!!
Still loving you in 2024.
Give my love to Mom, Dad,, Nanna and Darlene

Steffani

November 20, 2023

It's hard to believe it has been one year since you left us. I think about you all the time. I miss you very much. I hope you are singing wonderfully along with Grandma C and Nanna in praising our Lord Jesus.

Cynthia

November 20, 2023

It's been one year since we lost my baby brother, Kerry, and it is as hard today to deal with it as it was then. In reading the condolences, here, from a year ago, I am reminded of Kerry's dry wit. He was always ready to see the humor in life...
I had the privilege of being his second mother, as I was eleven years old when he was born. I took nearly as much care of him as our mother did. He couldn't pronounce my name when he was a toddler and called me "Sashi".
He was the gentlest child/teen/adult and loved easily. In all our In all our days as brother and sister, I don't recall a time I ever saw him angry!
I admired him all through the years for his calm assessment of life...
I wish I could hug him, but I know he is being hugged by our mom and is in full view of our Lord Jesus! That is a comfort.
Still loving you, baby brother!!!

Brenden Couchman

December 2, 2022

Believe it or not, there´s still times I quote Kerry, whenever I get to tell someone how the software/etc "actually" blows up enemy submarines. I remember him telling us years ago. On another note I never got to ask him what he did once film cameras became obsolete. In most pictures of him he had a camera around his neck.

Jack Moore

November 30, 2022

Please accept my deepest sympathy. Kerry will be missed and I do have many fond memories of him. He was often the voice of reason when we needed it. Early in my career, Kerry kept our team out of trouble with his leadership and helping navigate the complicated waters that we waded through. He gave a lot to the FBM program and we´ve benefited from his efforts.

Vic Ruiz

November 30, 2022

Dear Couchman Family,
I am sorry for your loss. I did not know Kerry for long or very well however I knew him well enough to know he was a caring and passionate person. He was always willing to help others and was very personable. I am sure he will be missed by all his family and dear friends. Take care and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Vic Ruiz

Becky Wandrei

November 29, 2022

Bonnie & Family, so very sorry to hear of your loss. Kerry was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him many years ago. Sending my sincerest condolences during this difficult time.

Minerva Campbell

November 29, 2022

Kerry will be missed, he was a great colleague and helped many over his career. Bonnie, Stephen and Alethea as time passes may your hearts be filled with memories of wonderful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Dan O'Connell

November 29, 2022

To Bonnie and entire family my deepest condolences. Kerry took great pride in his work and all of you. The programs he supported are better due to his dedication and hard work. Take great pride in that lasting legacy.

Steven Terrill

November 28, 2022

Kerry was a great man. He always stood out for his kindness, wry sense of humor, and philosophical outlook. As a great mentor and friend, he will be greatly missed. My sincerest condolences to Bonnie, Alethea, Stephen, and everyone who will be impacted by his passing.

Megan Charbonneau

November 28, 2022

For the family and friends of Kerry, I pray for solace and strength during this difficult time. Kerry was a kind, generous and wonderful colleague who was one of my first mentors at GDMS. I will remember him fondly.

Julie Bogino

November 28, 2022

Bonnie, Alethea & family - My deepest condolences to you on the loss of Kerry. Sending prayers and comfort.

Laura Towne

November 28, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Kerry was a great mentor and friend all of my years at General Dynamics. God bless to all his family and friends.

Brenda (Garbera) Babcock

November 27, 2022

I am so sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. We were in class of '76 together. Praying for his family and friends for strength and peace. God bless.

Dawn Kinney

November 26, 2022

He was a great person.

I´m so very sorry for your loss.

Chris Wilczak

November 26, 2022

So sad and sorry to hear of Kerry´s passing. My condolences to his family and friends. We spent many days together in the Skylab. Had some great conversations and philosophical discussions. He will be missed but not forgotten. Such a great person and engineer. Rest in peace Couchdude.

Barbara, Fred, Jenn, and Emily Shepheard

November 26, 2022

To my sister Bonnie, Stephen, Alethea, family and friends.
Kerry will be remembered for his love of nature - studying the stars, bird watching, enjoying the beauty of rainbows, sunrises, and sunsets, his chef level cooking, dry humor and welcoming heart. He worked hard and love, LOVED, cared, and provided for his family.
I have fond memories of adventures with Kerry. He took me to Watkins Glen, went hiking atop Mount Greylock with scenic views. He took me off the beaten path on a whole day road trip to see waterfalls. We will always remember fondly our trip with to Bok Tower in Florida.
May it help you to know many are sharing your sadness over the loss of a very special person.
He is in our hearts and memories and will remain there always.
Our sincerest condolences with our love,
Barbara, Fred, Jenn, & Emily Shepheard

Tom Jarvis

November 26, 2022

My condolences to Kerry´s family. He was a great guy, one of my closest friends while growing up together in Richfield Springs. I wish we had stayed in touch in our later lives, so sorry to hear of his passing. RIP old friend, until we meet again.

Debbie Clark

November 26, 2022

Very sorry to hear of his passing. He was a fellow classmate.

Cindy Hoffman

November 26, 2022

In memory of my baby brother, Kerry L Couchman
Remembering my baby brother for his gentleness, his scholarliness, his humor, his love of nature, his love of God and his family. Sis

Brett Couchman

November 26, 2022

Remember him being such a smart and gentle guy. Always easy to talk to and very interesting. Loved family.

Deb Creer

November 26, 2022

Dear Alethea and Bonnie, and all of Kerry's loved ones, i am so sorry for your loss. I worked at GD and although I didn't work closely with any of you, I knew you all well enough to talk to when we'd run into each other in the halls. You were a wonderful family and I hope your many happy memories of Kerry help to ease your sorrow at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Deb

Vanbramer Family

November 26, 2022

We send our condolences and so much love to you all

John A. Bernardo

November 26, 2022

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

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