Anthony Rufo Sr.

Anthony Rufo Sr. obituary, Dalton, MA

Anthony Rufo Sr.

Anthony Rufo Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dery Funeral Home on Jan. 21, 2026.
Mr. Anthony Charles Rufo, Sr "Tinker" 83 of Pittsfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday January 8, 2026, at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, Ma. Born August 5, 1942, son of the late Anthony Rufo and Harriet (Williams) Rufo. Tinker was an avid sportsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He is survived by his son Anthony and his wife Holly (Emerson) Rufo of Florida, and his daughter Melissa and her husband David Porter of Earlton, New York. He is also survived by his three grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his grandson Craig, brother Mark Rufo, brother Donald Rufo and sister Sharon White. In accordance with his wishes the cremation has taken place. At the request of the family funeral services will be private. There are no calling hours. Dery funeral home, Pittsfield is in charge of the arrangements.
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