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William M. Rochelo Sr.

1944 - 2026

William M. Rochelo Sr. obituary, 1944-2026, Pittsfield, MA

BORN

1944

DIED

2026

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Flynn & Dagnoli-Bencivenga Funeral Home - Pittsfield

5 Elm Street

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

William Rochelo Obituary

William Michael Rochelo Sr, 81 a longtime resident of Pittsfield died on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at The Landing at Laurel Lake. William was born on March 24, 1944 a son of the late Edward J. & Julia (Milukas) Rochelo. William attended Pittsfield Schools including Pittsfield Vocational High School graduating in 1963.

William was employed as an Auto Body Technician for over 25 years, retiring in 1998. He was a communicant of St. Mark's Church in Pittsfield and enjoyed fishing, hunting, bocce and spending time with his grandchildren.

William leaves his wife Concetta "Connie" (Stracuzzi) Rochelo whom he married on September 5, 1966. He also leaves his sons, William Michael Rochelo (Jacqueline) of Pittsfield, MA and Michael James Rochelo (Lourdes) of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren, Morgan Rochelo and Liam Rochelo as well as 2 brothers, Edward Rochelo of Pittsfield, MA and Donald Rochelo (Donna) of Pittsfield, MA. He is also survived by several step grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and his life-long friend, Gordon Taylor. He was predeceased by his grandson, Devon Rochelo, brother, Gary Rochelo, sister, Margaret Stickles and nephew, Jason Rochelo.

FUNERAL NOTICE: At the request of the family, there will be no services or calling hours for William. A graveside service will be held in the Springtime at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Pittsfield. Flynn & Dagnoli - Bencivenga Funeral Home, 5 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA is entrusted with arrangements. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Feb. 7, 2026.

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Kathy Stracuzzi

February 10, 2026

Connie we are so sorry to hear about Bill´s passing ... your in our prayers
Mark and Kathy and family

John Lacey and family

February 10, 2026

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Victoria Pires Mazzer

February 8, 2026

Dear Connie , and family,
I am sorry for the loss of Bill. Anytime I saw Bill he would always have a smile on his face.
Remember the good times they will help you through the difficult.
Victoria Pires-Mazzer

Jean Lacey-Santos

February 8, 2026

Dear Connie and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grieving.
Jeannie and Al (Lacey)Santos and family

The Lacey family

February 8, 2026

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim Boland

February 7, 2026

Connie, Ed, Don and Family, I am so very sorry to hear of Billy's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bill & Debbie Tobin. Spring Hill Florida

February 7, 2026

Connie and family, so sorry to read about Billy you are in our thoughts and prayers please accept our condolences I worked with Bill for quite a few years he was a good guy

Knightly family

February 7, 2026

Don and family, we are so sorry for your loss - you are in our prayers

Barbara White

February 7, 2026

Connie, Bill, Michael, and family
With deepest sympathy to the family. Bill was a great, kind, big hearted man.
May the fond and loving Memories be a comfort and always be with you.

John A. Bernardo Esq

February 7, 2026

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

Linda Colvin Connors

February 6, 2026

To the Rochelo family, I had the pleasure of being a close family neighbor. I´m a few years younger than Billy but always thought Billy and Connie were the most attractive couple on Hungerford. My friends had a huge crush on him.He was a great neighbor and good friend. May he fly with the angels. Blessings to all he leaves behind.

Mary Colvin

February 6, 2026

Connie and family . I am so sorry for your loss of Bill.Colvin and Rochelo were always close. Bill was also there to help no matter what we needed. He was kind , happy and always greeted me with a smile and hug. He gave the best hugs.. We are always in my prayers.. Love you all

Nancy Colvin

February 6, 2026

Connie, Don, Ed and family. My condolences to the family on the passing of Billy. Family friends forever. Billy is walking in the sunlight with the spirit. Rest in peace.

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