William M. Puhalski, 77, of Becket, died Saturday at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield. Born in Winsted, Connecticut August 6, 1938, the son of Matthew and Ethel Chevett Puhalski, William was educated in the Winsted schools. Mr. Puhalski served with the United States Army National Guard from 1957 to 1963 when he was honorably discharged. After the service, Mr. Puhalski moved to Becket and worked in the carpentry trade for many years. William was the first Harbor Master for the town of Becket and also served on its Board of Health. Mr. Puhalski enjoyed fishing and boating and loved spending time with his whole family. Besides his wife, the former Gayl Painter, whom he married October 19, 1991, he leaves behind four sons: Jeff Puhalski of Idaho, John Puhalski of Connecticut, Kenneth Mcleod of North Carolina, and James Dorman of Connecticut; one daughter, Vicki Walters of South Carolina; two brothers: Mike Puhalski of Florida, and Tom Puhalski of Connecticut; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 31st, 4-7pm at the Kelly Funeral Home, 3 Main St., Lee, MA.

Visitation Details

Thursday, March 31st, 2016 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Kelly Funeral Home