It’s been a very rough week for our beloved members and losses they have suffered. Our sympathy to REALTORS Jeff Astore, Dave St. Laurent and Debbie Dwyer.

We are saddened at the passing of Jeff Astore’s father, Richard Astore.  Jeff is a sales associate at Stone House Properties located in West Stockbridge.  A full reading of Richard’s obituary can be found here.  Richard is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia; Michael, Michelle and Jeff and four grandchildren.  Calling hours will be held from 10-11 a.m., Friday, September 3rd at Dery Funeral Home, followed by funeral services at 11:00 a.m.  Cards of condolences can be sent to Jeff at 36 Greenings Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201.

Dave St. Laurent lost his mom, Norma St. Laurent, on August 27th.  Mrs. St. Laurent was survived by four sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Services were held this week.  A full reading of her obituary can be found here.  Dave is a broker associate with Real Living Professionals, and a long time member of the Board.  Cards of condolences can be sent to PO Box 156, East Otis, MA 01029

William Pender, brother of Debbie Dwyer, passed at home in New Mexico on August 28th.  He is survived by his wife, daughter, grandchildren and his sister, Debbie.  There will be no calling hours.  The funeral will be held on Sept 7th at 10:00 a.m. at the Dwyer Funeral Home.  William’s obituary will be published in the Berkshire Eagle on Saturday.  Debbie is a long time member of the Board, an active volunteer of the association on all levels and the broker owner of Dwyer Agency.  Cards can be sent to 772 North Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

We’re keeping all of you, and your families, in our thoughts.