Joseph P. Rysz, Jr., 76

ADAMS, Mass. —Mr. Joseph P. Rysz, Jr., 76. of Adams and recently of Pittsfield, died Sunday evening, January 30, 2022. He was born in Adams on September 26, 1945, son of the late Joseph P. and Frances D. (Bigda) Rysz. He attended St. Stanislaus Elementary School, the St. Joseph’s High School, North Adams, and graduated from the former Adams Memorial High School with the Class of 1963. He received his Bachelor’s degree from the former North Adams State College. Joe was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving with the US Army from 1968 until his Honorable Discharge in 1970. Joe worked as a forester with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation for many years until his retirement. He was a communicant of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, Adams. Joe was an avid world traveler, and traveled extensively to many destinations with the Matterhorn, Constantinople, and Egypt among his favorite destinations. He also enjoyed hiking and attended many concerts. He is survived by his sister, Dorothy E. Rysz, of Adams, and several cousins. Funeral services and burial will take place on a date to be announced in the spring. Memorial donations may be made to any charity of the donor’s choice. The PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, Adams, is in charge of arrangements. To leave a message of condolence, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com