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William A. "Bill" Perenick, 88

READSBORO, Vt. —  William A. Perenick, 88 of Readsboro, VT entered into eternal rest on January 4, 2024.

Born in North Adams, MA on March 7, 1935 to Salvatore and Rosalie (Mancuso) Perenick, Bill was educated in North Adams Schools and graduated from Vaughn’s United Barber School in 1955. Bill worked as a barber for many years in North Adams and was in the United States Army National Guard for 25 years.

Bill enjoyed hiking (the Appalachian trail), camping, outdoors, hunting and being with people and friends. He was an amazing storyteller and was always ready to help someone.

Bill married his wife Elisabeth “Betty” Baruzzi of Readsboro, VT on September 4, 1987, Labor Day weekend. He and his wife Betty enjoyed traveling, being together and enjoying life. Besides his parents, he is predeceased by two brothers, Norman and Charles Perenick.

Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Betty; one sister, Catherine Perenick Zelazo of Adams, MA; one brother Francis Perenick of Springfield, MA and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and friends.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Bill Perenick will be celebrated on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St. Joachim’s Church in Readsboro VT. Burial will be in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to St. Joachim’s Church in care of Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Homes, CENTRAL CHAPEL 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com


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Thinking of you Betty! So sorry for your loss!. Love Nancy “Birch” Baker
from: Nancy E. Bakeron: 01-17-2024
Sorry for your loss.
from: James E Lemaireon: 01-11-2024
Betty, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
from: Alicia Benoiton: 01-10-2024
Condolences to Betty and all of Bill's family. Bill was my first barber, conveniently ariund the corner from my grandmother (Memare). I walked to the shop on my own as a young boy. Bill truly enjoyed everyone and, prior to my turn in the chair, I enjoyed his joy and kindness to everyone ahead of me. I always knew that he was a unique person and I'm sad that we didn't cross paths as the years passed. Memories of the shop and both Bill and Elmo will akwalways make me smile.
from: on: 01-10-2024
I visited with Billy quite often when I worked at the Franklin St nursing home.....a very kind man. He came quite often to cut some of the patient's hair.They were all so happy to see him come.R.I.P. Bill.Also my condolences to Betty!
from: Brenda Hollandon: 01-09-2024
Darrell remembers Bill told him a few years ago at Gus Barber Shop.That his Great Grandmother walked up to the Hospital to bring him Candy.1st time he ever heard that story…R.I.P Bill
from: Darrell Englishon: 01-09-2024
Bill was my Boy Scout master of Troop 34 at St. Anthony's. He taught me many skills. He was also a good friend. He will be missed.
from: Albert Mancusoon: 01-09-2024
My thoughts prayers and sincere sympathy are with you and the family during this sorrowful time .
June
from: June Eccheron: 01-09-2024
Billy was such an awesome person to talk with. He was always interested in knowing if I'd been camping or hiking- a passion we both shared. I'll miss his smile and his stories! Betty, I wish for you peace and comfort with your memories of this wonderful man and the life you shared with him. With love and the biggest of hugs. Judy
from: Judy Trowon: 01-08-2024
Betty, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
from: Maria Moultonon: 01-08-2024
We lower our flags to this Gentleman of Gentleman. Always looked forward to my haircut at Elmo’s and great conversations with Bill. He and my brother Don grew up as best of friends for years and Bill will be missed by many. He for sure made the world a better place. RIP and condolences to the family.
Jack Esposito
Rye, New Hampshire
from: Jack Espositoon: 01-08-2024
Betty, we’re saddened to hear this news, and are praying for your comfort during this difficult time.
from: Bob & Jessie Burdickon: 01-08-2024
Betty, We are so sorry to hill of Bill's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jeff & Heather Bona
from: Jeff & Heather Bonaon: 01-08-2024
I’ve known Bill for years, I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. He was always such a great guy, personable and always went out of his way to say Hi and chat. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family.

Dave & Sue Emery
from: David on: 01-08-2024
To Betty, Cathrine, and other family, My sincere condolences for your loss.
from: BRIAN K MCNEILon: 01-07-2024
Bill was such a great individual. He took me under his wing when I was a Boy Scout and he taught me so very much about life. I will never forget the camp outs and when older the 80-mile bike ride trip we took and the times hunting up on Florida Mt
Bill will always be in my prayers. He was a fine gentleman.
from: James R Durkeeon: 01-07-2024
My condolences go out to Billy's Wife and Family. I had the honor and privilege to serve in the Army National Guard with Billy the first time I met him I needed a haircut and he says iam a barber well I say take a little off the top So he gave me a buzz cut. You will be Truly missed Rest in Peace my brother. SGT Brown.
from: John Brownon: 01-07-2024
Between Boy Scouts and Elmo's barber shop, Bill left many of us with a wealth of stories for days gone by. His was a life well played.
To all of Bill's family, thanks for sharing..
RIP Billy
from: JOHN MONTAGNAon: 01-07-2024

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