Saturday, October 24, 2026

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Ruth Anopolsky Kalokow Silberman, 106, of Great Barrington

She was always ahead of the times with her thinking—a true lover of life. Ruth was definitely one of a kind.

Great Barrington announces property tax exemptions for eligible residents

These exemptions reduce all or a portion of real estate taxes for eligible households. Eligibility generally relates to age, domicile, income, disability status, ownership history, and assets.

An Exceptional Berkshire Retreat With Iconic Views

Karen Climo of William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty offers an impeccably designed estate with an extraordinary combination of luxury, privacy, and views, in a perfect location.

Berkshire region real estate sales – December 5, 2025

Weekly real estate transactions for Berkshire County in Massachusetts, Litchfield County in Connecticut, and Columbia County in New York.

Marie Irene Davis, 89, of Great Barrington

In keeping with Marie’s wishes all services are private.

Dorothy ‘Dorrie’ Braver Ornstil, 94, of Sheffield

A celebration of her life will take place in the Berkshires at a later date.

Linda K. Chase, 84, of Lenox

A graveside service, with a celebration of life following the service, will be held in the spring, Linda’s favorite time of year.

Stunning Contemporary West Stockbridge Retreat

Courtney Dupont and Mary Jane White of Cohen+White Associates offer a breathtaking Contemporary on a beautiful property, convenient to everything.

Berkshire region real estate sales – November 28, 2025

Weekly real estate transactions for Berkshire County in Massachusetts, Litchfield County in Connecticut, and Columbia County in New York.

Gordon L. Hamm Jr., 82, of Monterey

A funeral service with military honors for Gordon L. Hamm Jr. will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 10 a.m., at the Birches-Roy Funeral Home, with Reverend William P. Murphy officiating. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, Nov. 25, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Debra J. Richard, 63, of Southfield

A graveside service for Debra J. Richard will be held at a later date.

Amparo Vollert, 50, of Great Barrington

To honor Amparo’s memory, you are encouraged to donate to your local food pantry. Amparo provided food to the pantry regularly, as was her giving nature.

John E. Henry, 92, of Egremont

In keeping with John’s wishes, all services are private.

Berkshire region real estate sales – November 21, 2025

Weekly real estate transactions for Berkshire County in Massachusetts, Litchfield County in Connecticut, and Columbia County in New York.

Modern Masterpiece with Stunning Views

Maureen White Kirkby of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Barnbrook Realty offers a single-level modernist retreat framed by sweeping walls of glass.

Lorraine Loretta (Giroux) Pate, 101, of Venice, Fla., and Centerville, Mass.

To celebrate Lorraine’s life, there will be a funeral Mass at St. Ann’s Church in Lenox at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25. A graveside ceremony will take place at a later date at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.
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