Francis N. Palardy, 86, of Chapel Street, Lee, died Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at Berkshire Medical Center. Born in Pittsfield, MA on July 10, 1927, he was the son of Joseph and Alexina Larche Palardy. Francis was educated in Pittsfield schools and was a graduate of St. Joseph's High School. In September 1945, he joined the US Army and served during World War II until his honorable discharge in April 1946. After the service, Francis worked at Rice's Silk Mill and later at GE in Pittsfield, retiring after 45 years. He married the former Mary Kilmer on July 30, 1948 and together they made their home in Lee since 1956. Francis enjoyed bowling, horse shoes and playing with neighborhood kids. In addition to his wife of 65 years, Francis leaves three sons; David N. Palardy and his wife, Vickie, of Richmond, Daniel E. Palardy, Joseph B. Palardy and his wife, Shirley, all of Pittsfield; four daughters; Christine Taglieri and her husband, Steve, of Pittsfield, Kathleen Mange and her husband, John, of Stephentown, NY, Beth Hawkins of Nassau, NY and Eileen Dutton and her husband, Harry, of Ithaca, NY. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren; Stephen, Justin, Mabil, James, Jodi, Michael, Leigh, Matthew, Jason, Jill, Holly, Mark, Stephanie; six great-grandchildren; Kevin, Sierra, Sophie, Vera, Alex, and Stephen Anthony, as well as two sisters; Hilda Mangano of Pittsfield, and Therese Goodline of Rocky Hill, CT. Francis was predeceased by two brothers; Joseph and Paul Palardy and a granddaughter, Ashley Hawkins. A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Francis Palardy will be held at St. Mary's Church in Lee, MA on Friday, March 14 at 9:30 AM, with the Rev. John K. Sheaffer, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery, Lee. There are no calling hours. Friends wishing may make memorial donations to Elder Services of Berkshire County in care of the Kelly Funeral Home, 3 Main Street, Lee, MA 01238.

Service Details

Friday, March 14th, 2014 9:30am, St. Mary's Church

Interment Details

Fairmount Cemetery