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 Beatrice Bissaillon, 94
 July 02, 2023
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Beatrice Blanche (Brazeau) Bissaillon, 94 of North Adams, MA died on Sunday July 2, 2023 at Craneville Place in Dalton.
She was born in North Adams, MA on August 6, 1928, a daughter of Edward G. and Rachel (Perreault) Brazeau. She attended the former Notre Dame Parochial School.
In her early years, she worked at New England Telephone Co. After raising her family, Beatrice worked at Waverly Fabrics. Beatrice was a communicant of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. She was a longtime, active communicant of the former Notre Dame du Sacre Coeur Church where she served as a Eucharistic Minister; was a member of its Adult Society and worked at Bingo for many years. Beatrice was a member of the "Psalmtones" and the Briggsville Women's Club. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting.
She was the widow of Raymond A. Bissaillon Sr. who died on August 27, 2001. They were married on September 20, 1947. Survivors include four daughters- Dorothy (Harry) Lohnes of Virginia Beach, VA; Judith (Thomas) Condron of Dalton, MA; Mary Herter of Wichita, KS and Patricia (David) Kolis of Adams, MA and two sons- David Bissaillon (Jeff Briggs) of Mims, FL and Paul (Laurie) Bissaillon of Slatington, PA. Her son, Raymond A. Bissaillon Jr died on November 9, 2014. She also leaves ten grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren and nieces and nephews including Sandy Descoteau who had a special relationship with her. She was predeceased by eight brothers and one sister including Roma Morris and Vincent, Raymond, Charles, Edmond, Aldor, Paul, Francis and Valmore.
FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Beatrice Bissaillon will be celebrated Thursday July 6, 2023 at 11:00 AM at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Burial will follow in Southview cemetery. Calling hours at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA are Thursday morning from 9-10:30 AM. Memorial donations may be made to St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church or the St. Vincent de Paul Conference at St. Elizabeth in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com
Pat, I am so sad to learn of your Mom's passing. She was always so kind to all of us neighborhood kids. I hope that you find comfort in the loving memories you will keep forever in your heart.
| | from: Jean LaVigne | on: 07-10-2023 |
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| To Patty and the Bissaillon family....I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I remember growing up on the hill (Winter St) and playing together when we were all so young. Your mom was such nice lady and she will be missed. I hope you can find comfort in your memories and know that she is at home in heaven with so many loved ones. | | from: Wendy Perry Petsinger | on: 07-06-2023 |
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| Dave and Judy, I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s death. Your family is in my prayers. | | from: Maureen Taft Moore | on: 07-06-2023 |
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| To Bea's entire family. My heart is broken. Growing up in Clarksburg with her family always brought adventures. The camping trips, perm night at my mom's , dances and so many great memories. I know how much she'll be missed. Until we will all be together again, RIP. | | from: Janice Poirot | on: 07-05-2023 |
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| So sorry for the loss of your mother! I have many happy memories of times spent with the family. | | from: Linda (Davignon)Neville | on: 07-05-2023 |
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David,
My deepest condolences for your loss.
Gary | | from: Gary Ostrander | on: 07-05-2023 |
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Pat and family -
I am so sorry to hear about your beloved mom's passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. | | from: Rebecca Adams | on: 07-05-2023 |
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| To the Bissaillon Family, I was deeply saddened to learn of Bea's death. I have memories of the house in Clarksburg and the friendship between our families. Please accept my deepest condolences. | | from: Susan Chesbro Bush | on: 07-04-2023 |
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| Bea will be dearly at St. Joes. | | from: Theresa Burdick | on: 07-04-2023 |
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Dotty "Dort" and family. I am so sorry for your loss. She had a long full life of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Hugs! | | from: Kathy Perreault | on: 07-04-2023 |
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Judy so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and all your family.
God Bless | | from: Tom Mahar | on: 07-04-2023 |
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| Sending love, hugs and prayers at this difficult time. My heart is with you all. Xoxoxo | | from: Gail Kolis Sellers | on: 07-04-2023 |
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David, Pat and Paul. It saddens me to hear the loss
Of your mom. She was a great lady. . My condolences to the entire family. | | from: Chris LaCasse | on: 07-03-2023 |
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David-
My deepest sympathy on your loss. | | from: Claire Angeli | on: 07-03-2023 |
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To all of the family, my condolences on your mother's passing.
I have many memories of the family and neighborhood. | | from: Craig A Dean | on: 07-03-2023 |
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| Judy - thinking of you and your family - so sorry for your loss. I remember your mom and sleeping over your house - and her working with my mom at the pizza tent at the carnival. So many memories. | | from: Gail (Whitney) Burda | on: 07-03-2023 |
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| Pat and family, I am so sorry for your loss. | | from: Alice White | on: 07-03-2023 |
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Patty and David,
Our sincere sympathy to both of you and the entire family.
Sharon and Charles Nemser | | from: Sharon DeMyer Nemser | on: 07-03-2023 |
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| Judy, so very sorry for your loss | | from: Carol Greenbush | on: 07-03-2023 |
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To all the family and friends of Beatrice, we are so saddened by her passing for all who will miss her so much, but glad she is out of pain and resting in peace.
Thinking of all of you with saddened hearts ?? | | from: Scott and Karen Lebeau | on: 07-02-2023 |
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