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Thomas F. Chalifoux, 74

ADAMS, Mass. —  

Mr. Thomas F. Chalifoux, 74, of Berkshire Square, Adams, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield.

He was born in Pittsfield on October 20, 1950, a son of the late Jean and Catherine (Coyne) Chalifoux. He attended schools in North Adams and graduated from the former St. Joseph’s High School. He went on to study at the Bridgeton Academy Prep School in Bridgeton, Maine and the Lester Junior College, Lester, MA.

Tom built a long career driving and delivering for UPS in Pittsfield until retiring in 2013 after 35 years.

IN his younger years he had a deep passion for skiing. Later in life he spent most of the summer and fall at his camp in Vermont where he loved being on his boat and taking pictures of the eagles.

He is survived by his wife, the former Carolyn M. LaBonte, whom he married on September 10, 1977.

He was predeceased by his brother, Michael Chalifoux and by his two sisters, Mary Ann and Cathy Chalifoux.

Per Tom’s request there are no funeral services.

Memorial donations may be made to Pop Cares, P.O. Box 482, Williamstown, MA 01267.

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.


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Carolyn, I just found out from Amber about the loss of your husband Tom. I am so very sorry. Sending a heart full of understanding, love and peace. May the love you shared and the memories you made help your throughout this very difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, Donna
from: Donna LaBonteon: 09-04-2025

Carolyn, So sorry to here of Tommy’s passing he was a good man and always made me laugh. He’ll be missed.
RIP Tom
from: Paul Kozikon: 08-31-2025

Carolyn
I am so sorry to hear of Tom‘s passing. I just heard about it now and if there is anything I can do for you please let me know. He was a great guy and I’m sure you will miss him terribly let your memories sustain you. We’ll get a hold of you soon
Love, Sue
from: Susan Demerson: 08-28-2025

So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. The entire family was so good to me. Sincerely Laurie Furlong Rondeau
from: Rondeauon: 08-26-2025

Great guy. Always wore shorts no matter what the weather was. Condolences Carolyn. RIP Tom.
from: Bernie Pinsonnault on: 08-26-2025

So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. It was a real shock having just seen him about town recently. Daryl and I were good friends of Mike and Mary Ann. Tom will be remembered.
from: Mireille Royon: 08-26-2025

To Tom's family, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I remember skiing with him at Dutch Hill. I always enjoyed visiting with him. He was a great guy.
from: Don Mastroiannion: 08-25-2025

To Tom's family, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I remember skiing with him at Dutch Hill. I always enjoyed visiting with him. He was a great guy.
from: Don Mastroiannion: 08-25-2025

Carolyn, we are saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
from: Duda And Holland on: 08-25-2025

Carolyn, I’m so sorry for your loss. I knew the whole Chalifoux/Coyne family since I was just a child. More recently I would see Tom at Freight Yard Pub. He never forgot me & we always had a nice conversation reminiscing of years gone by.
Tom was a great guy & I am so sorry for your loss.
RIP Tom
Judy Nimmons
from: Judy Nimmonson: 08-24-2025

Carolyn, Diane and I have such fond memories of our boys learning to drive Tom's boat sitting on his lap. What a generous man. When we did not have the means, Tom would pay the kids lift tickets at Mt Snow, Stratton and Stowe. Great times at you're camp. I loved that man. Rest in peace Tom my friend.
from: Paul and Diane Lesureon: 08-24-2025

Carolyn,
My deepest condolences. Tommy was my UPS man back in the day. Best ever!
Deb Caron
from: on: 08-24-2025

To lose such a good man ,I all never understand. Whenever I ran into tom and Carolyn, I always was in a better place. I'm sure everyone who knew him would agree. I'm sorry for such a loss of a great guy ,miss you already. Sorry Carolyn
from: Bob lipinskion: 08-24-2025

Carolyn,
So sorry to read of Tom's passing. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Joe
from: Joseph Nowakon: 08-24-2025

We are so sorry for your loss. You and Tom were a big help on the old fall runs, with you taking pictures and him running in the break down trucks. he will be missed dearly. RIP Tom from the Gang and Custom City and the Old Fall Run Staff
from: Carolynon: 08-24-2025

Carolyn,
Sorry to read of Tom's passing. My thoughts are with you.
from: Bet (Mastroianni) Azaron: 08-23-2025

Carolyn my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time! Had a lot of laughs and good times working with Tom at UPS and was always good seeing him after!
from: Jay Chavarryon: 08-23-2025

Carolyn I’m so sorry to hear about Tom . Every time I seen him he always had a smile on his face.
Rest in peace Tom
from: Kevin Kordanaon: 08-23-2025

Carolyn, We are so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
from: Tom & Pam Kidderon: 08-22-2025

Carolyn,
So sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. May all your memories help you through this difficult time.
Much love,
Dennis & Willie
from: on: 08-22-2025

Oh, Carolyn, Larry and I are so sorry and surprised at Tom’s passing. Every time we would see him at Freight Yard Pub, he was always upbeat and beamed a great smile. No matter how cold the temperature was, he was always wearing shorts! He will be missed. Prayers going out to you and your family.
from: Mary-Kay O’Brienon: 08-22-2025

Carolyn
So sorry for your loss. May he RIP. Take care.


from: Bruce Salvato on: 08-22-2025

Carolyn, I was very sorry to hear about Tommy’s passing. I remember first meeting him in 1965 when I transferred to St Joe’s. We quickly became friends and he always had a smile on his face, especially when he was talking about skiing!! He was a great guy and he will be missed.
Jim
from: Jim Wolon: 08-22-2025

I'm at a total loss for words. Me and my mom have known Tom for a very long time. What a wonderful human being. R.I.P. my friend.
from: Bryan Ouimeton: 08-22-2025

My deepest sympathies to Tom's family and friends. He was a great man and will be missed by his FYP family.
from: Sarah Sweeton: 08-22-2025

Sleep well, Tommy...
from: Herman Bishopon: 08-22-2025

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