NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —
Mr. Bernard F. Baran, 84, of North Adams, died on Friday, May 30, 2025, at his home.
He was born in Adams on November 24, 1940, a son of the late Frank and Rachel (Caron) Baran. He attended schools in Adams.
Mr. Baran last worked for Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts until his retirement.
His wife, the former Christina M. VanVleck whom he married on March 1, 1969, died on March 22, 2022.
He is survived by two sons, Christopher Baran and his wife Laura of North Adams and Peter Baran and his wife Nancy of Adams; one grandson, Ryan Baran and his fiancé Kelsey Wohrle of Cheshire; his sister Joan Bator of Cheshire and by many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Frank and Donald Baran and by his sister Beatrice Ames.
Funeral services and burial will be private.
There are no calling hours.
Memorial donations may be made to BFAIR, 771 Church St., North Adams, MA 01247.
The PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St., Adams, is in charge of arrangements.
To leave a message of condolence, please go to www.paciorekfuneral.com.
