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Nelson J. Reopell, 89

December 31, 2020

PITTSFIELD, Mass. —  Nelson J. "Pops" Reopell, 89 of Pittsfield, MA died on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Berkshire Medical Center.



Nelson was born in North Adams, MA on December 11, 1931 a son of Lawrence and Caroline (Dorvillier) Reopell. He attended Williamstown Schools and graduated from Williamstown High School with the class of 1949.



Nelson was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and served in the US Army. He was last employed as a draftsman at General Electric Co. where he worked for 35 years until his retirement. During his career at GE he received numerous citations and awards including a $2,500 suggestion award in 1970. He was a communicant of the former Notre Dame Church in Pittsfield where he served as a Eucharistic Minister. Nelson enjoyed playing golf and was a longtime member of the Wahconah Country Club, where he served on the Board of Directors. After his retirement, in addition to playing more golf, he enjoyed assisting his children with construction projects around their homes, wood working and carving Santas of all shapes and sizes.



Nelson is survived by his wife, Joan (Andrews) Reopell whom he married on June 12, 1954 and one daughter, Kimberly Reopell Flynn and her partner, Bill Foote of Otis, and three sons, Jeffrey Reopell and wife Laurie, of Pittsfield; Michael Reopell and wife, Gina, of North Adams and Russell Reopell of Falls Church, VA. He also leaves six grandchildren, Nicole, Brian, Alison, Kristopher, Jason and Renee; seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters, Richard, William, Barbara and Larrie Ann.



FUNERAL NOTICE: Due to the COVID-19 circumstances, private services will be held in the spring time and burial will take place in Eastlawn Cemetery, Williamstown. Memorial Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in care of the FLYNN & DAGNOLI –MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS-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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REgards,
from: John Lanoueon: 01-16-2021

I am so sorry for your loss. We are here if you need anything.

-Melissa & Joe Girard
from: Mike, Gina & familyon: 01-11-2021

Kim and family,
My sincere condolences to your entire family. May warm memories lift your hearts and comfort you in the days ahead.
Connie
from: Connie (Miner) McKenzieon: 01-08-2021

Dear Mike and family, So sorry for your loss. Hugs!
from: Cheryl M Brigleyon: 01-07-2021

Dear Mike and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss.
from: Diane Peraulton: 01-05-2021

Mr. Reopell was a true Gentleman. I never knew him to say a cross word. He was always friendly and cheerful. The world is a better place for having had Mr. Reopell in it! I'm sorry for your loss!
from: John J Bedardon: 01-04-2021

So sorry to hear of your loss. Nelson was such great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
from: Terry Vivorion: 01-04-2021

Dear Auntie Joan and all of our extended family, wishing you peace and comfort in the joyful memories that I'm sure will quickly come to mind when recollecting Uncle Nelson's legacy. He was always a joy to spend time with. I'll never forget laughing along with his jokes and how quickly at ease us kids were around him. He had such a warm and welcoming way about him. Much love to you all! ❤️
from: Bonnie Jo (Hanson) Caseyon: 01-04-2021

Saddened to hear that Nelson has passed away. The mentions of your names brought back nice memories of Clarksburg, surely you will miss him dearly. My love to Kim, Jeffrey, Michael and Rusty. May he rest in peace.
from: Lorraine Martinon: 01-04-2021

Joan, Sincere sympathy to you and your family.
from: jane bettion: 01-04-2021

My condolences to Joan and your family. It has been many years since we have seen each other, and I am so sorry to read this sad news. May God bring you cmfort and strength.
Terry Taft
from: Terry Tafton: 01-04-2021

I can't stop thinking about mom, larrie ann, dad and uncle Nelson. Its been a very sad year for all of us. My heart goes out to you guys. He was the best uncle anyone could ask for. I will never forget your kindness and generosity from auntie Joan and Uncle Nelson. Prayers for the family. With lots of love.
from: Susan Hansonon: 01-04-2021

So sorry for your loss Mike.
from: Marilynne & Roland Beaulieuon: 01-04-2021

So sorry for your loss Russ.
from: Nancy Rumbolt-Trzcinskion: 01-04-2021

So sorry for your loss.
from: Mark Choquetteon: 01-04-2021

Kim and Mike, My deepest condolences to you and your families at this difficult time. May warm memories of your father provide comfort during this passage.
from: Marybeth Mittson: 01-04-2021

Mike and Gina and the rest of the family, So sorry for your loss.
from: Deb Chaulkon: 01-04-2021

Sorry for your loss Mike.
from: Robin J Bachandon: 01-04-2021

So sorry for your loss Mike! Thinking of you and your family!
from: Sue Morin Gaskellon: 01-03-2021

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