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William G. Schrade Jr, 77

09/13/2022

ADAMS, Mass. — William George Schrade, Jr., 77 of Adams, MA died on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Berkshire Medical Center surrounded by his children.

William was born in North Adams, MA on August 17, 1945, the son of William George and Florence (LeSage) Schrade. He was a graduate of C.H. McCann Technical High School and went on to receive a Bachelor’s and Master's Degree in Education from Westfield State College.

Bill was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged in 1968 as a result of a severe hand injury. Despite the impacts of this injury, he overcame this challenge and persevered working with his hands as an auto mechanic, bartender and automotive instructor over the years. Following his service, he remained active in local veterans’ affairs as a member of the North Adams American Legion. There he served as Post Commander and Finance Officer. He was also the longtime chairman of its Annual Christmas Dinner (“Be Our Guest”). Each year Bill would ensure that hundreds of members of the community could enjoy a warm meal during the holidays. Bill was also a member of the North Adams Elks. He never hesitated to participate in community service events that affected members of his immediate community.

He was last employed as a teacher in the automotive department of C.H. McCann Technical High School. His impact was felt not only by students in his department, but throughout the entire school. Following his retirement, he was a driving instructor for Karen’s School of Driving, where he again assisted countless students in attaining their driver’s licenses. Bill enjoyed bowling and playing cards and especially enjoyed vacationing on Cape Cod. For many years he also enjoyed “lake life” at Windsor Pond (Duke’s) and could be found cruising around the pond on his motor boat.

Bill leaves behind three daughters; Jennifer A. Rumbolt (Jay Beaulieu) of Westfield, MA; Erica L. (Jeffrey) Maynard of Raynham, MA, and Karli B. Schrade (Korinne McManus) of Brattleboro, VT and one son, William G. Schrade, III of Clarksburg, MA. In addition, he leaves seven grandchildren; Haylee Dix (Matthew Milligan), Hunter Schrade, William G. Schrade IV, Meghan Schrade, Ella Maynard, Emelia Maynard and Paige McManus and two great-grandchildren, Kynlee Milligan and Griffin Milligan. He also leaves behind his partner, Nancy Gagne and a brother-in-law, Nicola DiNicola of South Glens Falls, NY, as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bill was predeceased by his granddaughter Victoria Rumbolt in April of 2014 and his two sisters, Carol Barry and Mary Lou DiNicola.

FUNERAL NOTICE: Calling hours for Bill Schrade will be Friday September 30, 2022 from 4-7 PM at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA. A graveside service will be held on Saturday October 1, 2022 at 10:00 AM in Southview Cemetery in North Adams. Following the service, a Celebration of Life will be held at the North Adams American Legion, Post 125, 91 American Legion Dr, North Adams. All are welcome to attend. Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project - https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/ in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com .

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Bill and family and Nancy: So sorry to read of Bill's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP Bill! Gwen & Woody Boillat
from: Gwen Boillat	on: 10-03-2022

As good as a friend can get.
from: Eric Burdick	on: 09-30-2022

Never will I forget my Dad’s “good friend Billy” …just so many fond, funny memories with him and my Dad and over so many years..so RIP my dear friend Bill…sending many hugs and prayers for his whole family
from: Susie Ameen-Fisher	on: 09-29-2022

Billy and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing, he was a special man and teacher. He as always able to make me laugh. Bill and I go way back to our high school days, he was such a good kid! My prayers go out to you, know that Billis at peace now. JoAnn Murch
from: Jo Ann Murch	on: 09-28-2022

Sorry for your loss. Bill was a Great Man in my Book of Life. I had the pleasure of working with him at Karens School of Driving. He was always the Master of Spaghetti Suppers. May his Soul Rest in Eternal Peace. Tom Stefanik
from: Tom Stefanik	on: 09-28-2022

So sorry for your loss. He will be in our prayers.
from: alan agostini	on: 09-27-2022

Bill, my condolences for the loss of your dad. Losing a parent is so hard.
from: Wendy Gendron	on: 09-27-2022

This truly breaks my heart to see. Mr Schrade was such a good man. He remembered me for years even after I graduated and would also give me a hard time (even though I wasn't ever in his class). My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
from: Shannon LaFrance Goodell	on: 09-27-2022

So sorry to hear of Bills passing. We go way back the students at McCann. Rest in pease my friend.
from: Dave Lewis	on: 09-26-2022

To all, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Worked with Bill making pierogi for St. Stan's School during bazaar time. Bill was the best. We were old Bieniek Avenue neighbors.
from: Dick & Barb Racine	on: 09-26-2022

Our deepest sympathy to Bill’s family on his passing. He was a good friend to me and Daryl. His memory will live on forever.
from: Mireille Roy	on: 09-26-2022

Many fond memories of him all of my life. May his family find solice in knowing what a lovely man he was. Sending love and strength through this loss.
from: Megan Pytko	on: 09-26-2022

Jen and family I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad. May he RIP & all your happy memories help you get through this difficult time.
from: Ellen Wohrle	on: 09-26-2022

Bill, so sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. He was a great man. Deepest condolences on your loss.
from:	on: 09-26-2022

Bill and family Sorry for your loss May he RIP
from: Kathy ziarnik	on: 09-25-2022

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a wonderful man. So happy he was able to get to Alaska, his dream trip. RIP Bill
from: Steve Lescarbeau	on: 09-25-2022

I am so very sorry to hear about Bill. He was a lovely man.
from: Maria Gamari	on: 09-24-2022

Im sorry for the familys lost bill was my high school teacherin mccann taught me alot and he was in the navywith my dad rip my friend
from: Nick mcclendon	on: 09-24-2022

To the family so sorry for your loss he was a very good person
from:	on: 09-24-2022

Nancy I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Gigi Shaw	on: 09-24-2022

To Bill's entire family, We are so sorry for your loss. We first met Bill when he was head of the parent/teacher group at St. Stan's School.
from: Pam & Tom Kidder	on: 09-23-2022

So sorry to hear of Bills passing, Rest In Peace old friend. Many good times at the legion, playing music. Prayers and sympathy to Bill. His family and friends! Rest In Peace!
from: Patrick and Connie Grsy	on: 09-23-2022

To Bill and family, I've known your father since I was a freshman at McCann and was amazed that even with the lost of his had due to his war injury he could do pretty much anything that a person with two hands could do. I'm sadden that he passed away. My sincere condolences.
from: BRIAN K MCNEIL	on: 09-23-2022

If Bill was your friend, you had a friend for life. Rest In Peace, my friend.
from: Dave Daniels	on: 09-23-2022

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