MONTEREY, Mass. — John W. Field, 66, of Monterey, Mass., died at home Monday, January 13, 2020, after a brief illness.

Born February 20, 1953, in Great Barrington, Mass., he was the son of Gerald Osmond Field and Thelma Gail Meyette. He attended Mount Everett High School.

John worked as the highway superintendent for the town of Monterey. He also worked as a mechanic for more than 30 years in the New Marlborough and Monterey areas. He enjoyed fishing, car racing, darts and horseshoes.

John leaves his wife, Pat Field; daughters Terri Field and Sherri Loranger, both of New Hampshire, and Jennifer Field of Sandisfield; his son John W. Field Jr. of Sandisfield; his stepchildren, Victoria Kimberley, Laura Hasenjager and Felix Cincotta; his sister Linda Cronk; brother Gerald Field; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and step-grandchildren; and his many kitties.

He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Wayne Field.

Funeral notice: The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 19, 2020, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home in Great Barrington.  A private burial will follow in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Animal Dreams c/o FINNERTY & STEVENS FUNERAL HOME, 426 Main St., Great Barrington, MA 01230.