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Robert Rahilly Obituary

Robert Rahilly, Sr., 82 of Pittsfield, passed away December 28, 2025 at Berkshire Medical Center.

He leaves behind his six children, Michael Rahilly of Pittsfield, Ann Marie Pavey of Florida, Robert Rahilly, Jr. who predeceased him and Timothy Brian Rahilly who predeceased him, Keith Rahilly of Florida and Kevin Rahilly of Pittsfield. As well as eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

He was a building manager at the Girls Club and Camp and enjoyed watching Wheel of Fortune and was an avid Red Sox Fan. He also enjoyed seasonal camping at Shady Pines with his wife, Margaret Rahilly, where they had a permanent site for 25 years.

She predeceased him on their anniversary on November 16, 2024. Dad's wish was to be together again.

Graveside services will be held in the spring in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to the Berkshire Humane Society in care of Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St, Pittsfield, MA 01201

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jan. 1, 2026.

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Ed Szklasz

January 15, 2026

Sorry for your loss

Mary Ellen Rahilly

January 1, 2026

Michael, you did an amazing job caring for your parents. You can be proud of the life you gave them in their time of need. We send you and your family Peace. May the
good memories get you through

Michael rahilly

January 1, 2026

Just wanted to let everyone know we have all said are peace on dery funeral website. Wanted to let all who sent wishes about are father Robert are well received and appreciated!! The spring ceremony will be at St. Joseph. Thank you again. Michael rahilly!

Kimberly (Cardozo) Floutin

January 1, 2026

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Shelley (French) Levesque

January 1, 2026

My deepest condolences to the family, thoughts and prayers are with you during this time

John A. Bernardo Esq

January 1, 2026

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

Nancy Colvin

January 1, 2026

Keith and family, your father is walking in the sunlight with the spirit.

Shane gerwaski

January 1, 2026

So Long Bear. Much love and respect 73s

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