John B. Bernasconi, 82, formerly of 7A Pine Street in Stockbridge died at his home at 25A West Street in Lenox on Friday, January 3, 2014. Born in Pittsfield, MA on August 13, 1931, the son of Angelo and Rosa Bona Bernasconi. He attended Lenox Schools. In 1980 he started working for Berkshire Unlimited and BAROCO where he was often referred to as the "Mayor". "John B", as he was affectionately called, enjoyed spending time with his family, attending workshop daily, going to the airport to watch the airplanes, and the cardinals visiting his birdfeeders. John was a true gentle man and touched the lives of many with his politeness and jovial mannerism. John is survived by his three nieces: Brenda Spinney Foley and her husband Mark of Derry, NH, Sandra Spinney and her partner John Burns of Lenox, MA and Joyce Spaulding and her husband Joe of Charlestown, MA. A great niece Katelyn Foley and a great nephew Benjamin Foley both of Derry, NH. He is predeceased by his sisters; Janet C. Westog and Alice A. Spinney. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday January 11th at 10 AM at St. Ann's Church in Lenox. Burial will follow in St. Ann's Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Friends wishing may make memorial donations to BAROCO in c/o the Kelly Funeral Home 3 Main Street Lee, MA 01238. John's family would like to thank all of his special friends and caregivers with Berkshire Service Group, BCARC, BAROCO and HospiceCare in The Berkshires, Inc.

Service Details

Saturday, January 11th, 2014 10:00am, St. Ann's Church

Interment Details

St. Ann's Cemetery