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 Thomas Champagny, 85
 December 12, 2025
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —
Thomas William Champagny, 85 of State Street, North Adams, MA. died Friday December 12, 2025 at his home with his daughter by his side.
He was born in Worcester, MA. on October 19, 1940 a son of the William and Margaret (Hicks) Champagny. Thomas attended schools in North Adams, MA. and graduated from Drury High School with the class of 1958. He was a member of the Massachusetts National Guard for several years.
Thomas was a hard working and skilled welder for the Iron Worker Union #12 in Latham, NY from 1969 to 1990. He also was the owner and operator of the former Champ’s Place on Union Street in North Adams, MA. He was a great father and enjoyed summer picnics and swimming. He was known as the Mayor of State Street.
Survivors include his loving and devoted daughter Karen Ann Cook, daughter Christine (Gilly) Trammell, son Jonathan Gancarz and Zachary Cellana who he thought of as a son. He was also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister Lynn Elizabeth Morris who died December 31, 2005.
Calling Hours at the Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Home, CENTRAL CHAPELS, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA. are Friday December 19, 2025 from 4pm to 6pm.
A celebration of his life will take place on Sunday December 21, 2025 from 11:30- 2:00 PM at Key West Lounge, 159 State St. North Adams, MA. Memorial donations are suggested in his memory to the Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Home, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.
| One tough son of a gun.Good Man | | from: Chief | on: 12-24-2025 |
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| Were very sorry for your loss. | | from: Lori & mark | on: 12-23-2025 |
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| My deepest condolences to the family.I haven't seen Tom in a while but will always remember Champs Place with all the Old School gang.Til we meet again.RIP. | | from: Cindy (Pecor) Schneider | on: 12-22-2025 |
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My deepest sympathy to Karen & Family on the loss of your dad. R.I.P. old Friend. We sure had some wonderful times back in the day. I'll see ya on the other side.
Gail | | from: Thomas Champagny | on: 12-21-2025 |
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My deepest sympathy to Karen & Family on the loss of your dad. R.I.P. old Friend. We sure had some wonderful times back in the day. I'll see ya on the other side.
Gail | | from: | on: 12-21-2025 |
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| Our condolences go out to Karen and family, There were a lot of laughs and fun times over the Years!He will be missed! | | from: Bob and Linda Cellana | on: 12-21-2025 |
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| My condolence to Tom's families. A long time friend, his circle of contacts was wide throughout his life. He can now rest... | | from: Steve Heelan | on: 12-20-2025 |
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| Karyn, I’m so sorry to see if your dad’s passing my thoughts are with you and your family at this time in. May the Lord’s grace bless you at this time | | from: Terry Saunders-Boucher | on: 12-20-2025 |
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| Sorry for your loss Karen. Rest in Peace my friend. | | from: Dan Bergeron | on: 12-20-2025 |
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| My condolences and sympathy to the family and friends left behind. RIP Tom. Thanks for the memories. | | from: Dennis Frank Mangano | on: 12-19-2025 |
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| Jon and family sorry for your loss. | | from: Bet Azar | on: 12-19-2025 |
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| I'm very sorry for your loss. RIP my friend! I'll see you on the other side. | | from: Scott Roy | on: 12-18-2025 |
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| So sad to hear of his passing and may he now rest knowing all the lives he has touched~ | | from: Cheryl Lefave | on: 12-18-2025 |
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| Rest in peace good Sir ,say hello to my Dad for me please ?????? | | from: Pat Morrissey | on: 12-18-2025 |
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Uncle Tommy, I just wanted to remind everyone that I'm your little Rugrat, and will have a bag of m&ms in your honor. As I have grown, I have not been able to see the family as much as I hoped, but we send so much love to everyone, especially Karen.
Uncle Tommy, please say hi to everyone up there, especially my Momma, for me <3 | | from: Samantha (Daniels) & Alex Michalenko | on: 12-18-2025 |
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Dear Karen & family.
Thank you for being by Tommy’s side when he took his last breath. I worked w/Tommy between 1966 & 1973. He was as strong as a bull & a D-8 bulldozer, like Johnny Morris, 1 of his fellow ironworkers. He always treated me kindly with respect & a never ending humble smile & dry sense of humor. I’ll never forget him. The photo displays eyes & a smile that have never changed since 1966.
Again, thank you for being with him in his last moments.
For a time he was with us, his memories we shared, & now he is gone, but never to be forgotten.
Dave Fisher. North Bend, OR. | | from: Dave Fisher | on: 12-18-2025 |
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Karen, I'm sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I know there's nothing anyone can say at this sad time, just know he's in a better place.
Laurie Corsi-Robertson
Class of 1985 | | from: Laurie Corsi Robertson | on: 12-18-2025 |
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| Karen & family, I’m so sorry to read of your dad’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. | | from: Kathy Gwozdz | on: 12-18-2025 |
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| My condolences to Tom's Family, I met Tom many years ago. Tom always had a smile on his face and if he you didn't see him out and about you would certainly see him sitting outside his apartment or sweeping the sidewalk. It has been a pleasure to have known him. He will be missed by many. | | from: Tom Ostrander | on: 12-17-2025 |
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| Very sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences | | from: John Gifford | on: 12-17-2025 |
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