Gail P. Delmolino, 71

GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Gail P. Delmolino, 71, passed away on June 6, 2018, at her home after a lengthy illness.  

Born on October 2, 1946, she was the daughter of the late William and Mabel Saulpaugh Faivre. Gail was a lifelong resident of the Berkshires, having graduated from the former Searles High School with the class of 1964 and later earning a degree in Interior Architecture from Russell Sage College in Troy, N.Y. 

She was employed for many years at the Berkshire Courier, now the Berkshire Record, as a journalist and editor. She also had her own real estate company, “Quarry Hill Realty,” for several years. An accomplished artist, her beautiful paintings grace the homes of her family and friends. She was an avid animal lover and always cherished her dogs, of which she had many over the years.

Gail is survived by her son, Edward A. Delmolino IV, his wife Pilar and their children, her beloved granddaughters, Mareika and Emilia Delmolino of Pollock Pines, Calif.; her long-time companion John Bugsch; her cousins; and her many friends.  

A special thank-you to Maryann Decker for her friendship and caring over the past few years.

Funeral notice: In accordance with Gail’s wishes, funeral arrangements are private.  A celebration of her life is being planned.  The family has requested the omission of flowers.  Memorial donations may be made to the Berkshire Humane Society through the Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home, 426 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA. 01230, who is handling arrangements.