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 Brian M. Simard, 26
 November 15, 2018
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Brian Michael Simard, 26, of North Adams died Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018, as a result of a fatal accident while working on a Massachusetts Turnpike project.
Born in North Adams on Aug. 17, 1992, a son of Michael Richard and Susan Maryann Oliver Simard, Brian was a graduate of Drury High School, where he was a member of the soccer and track teams.
He was employed at J.H. Maxymillian Co. since 2015 and was promoted to foreman. Brian also was a member of the Laborers International Union of North America Local 473. He loved jet skiing, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking and fishing with his father.
Survivors include his parents, with whom he made his home; a sister, Breanna Allyse Simard of North Adams; paternal grandparents Richard and Christina Vackas Simard of North Adams; his girlfriend, Kelsey Gardner of North Adams; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral notice: A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018, at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church in North Adams. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery.
Calling hours at Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, West Chapel, 521 West Main St., North Adams, are Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial donations are suggested for PopCares or the AYJ Fund through the funeral home.
| I am so sorry to hear of this terrible accident. Brian was a sweet boy in Middle School and always had a smile on his face. A truly genuine person, who will leave a big hole in our hearts. | | from: Marie Kelly-Whitney | on: 06-11-2020 |
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| May you soon find the Peace that comes from memories of happier times spent with Brian. We offer are Love and please know that many prayers are being said to bring you strength. So sorry! | | from: John and Linda Neville | on: 11-21-2018 |
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| Sue, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. | | from: Lorraine Mancuso | on: 11-21-2018 |
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Sue,Mike and Breanna,
There are no words.... I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your entire family
| | from: Beth Fedotowsky | on: 11-20-2018 |
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| Dick and Tina, Life can be so unkind. My best to you and in Dieter's memory too | | from: mary weissbrodt | on: 11-20-2018 |
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| Life can be so unkind. My best and in Dieter's memory too. | | from: mary weissbrodt | on: 11-20-2018 |
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| Sue, Mike and family -- I'm so sorry to hear of this tragic news. Sending lots of hugs and prayers to you all at this extremely difficult time. | | from: Amy Wood | on: 11-20-2018 |
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| Sue and family I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. | | from: Karen Cooper | on: 11-20-2018 |
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| Susie, Mike , Bre. I had the opportunity to work with Brian. We would touch on many topics such as work ,family and just the day to day things as well.. . The one thing for sure is I know how much Brian cared and loved his family. Brian was always respectful and would do anything at any time to give a helping hand.. Brian gave 100% at all times and nothing less.. Brian will be missed by all. God bless | | from: MF | on: 11-20-2018 |
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| God bless him and his family. Not a day went by that I didn’t enjoy working with and learning with him. Always enjoyed our time working together and plenty of laughs. That’s what I’ll always remember him by. I know plenty of people feel the same. What a gifted and genuinely caring person. Here’s to you Simard 🙏🙏 | | from: DK | on: 11-19-2018 |
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| Mike and Sue,so sorry to hear the tragic lose of your son god bless him | | from: Andrew Gardzina | on: 11-19-2018 |
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| Sue- I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I did not know your son but I do remember our years together at the "Reg". We dis include your family in our prayer requests at church this sunday. My personal thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family | | from: kATHY DENAULT | on: 11-19-2018 |
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| So sorry. He was a great guy. | | from: Nancy & Bob Waltermire | on: 11-19-2018 |
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| what a handsome young man. gone too soon. I too lost a son, and I know the hell you are going through right now. my deepest heartfelt sympathy. his family is in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless! | | from: martha Labbee | on: 11-19-2018 |
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