Ms. Marie J. McArdle

Marie Janet Afioga McArdle, 60, of Brainard, was called to Heaven suddenly on November 12, 2022. Born in Hawaii, December 19, 1961, she was the first-born child of Althea M. McArdle and the late Donald E McArdle Sr. She spent the first 11 years of her life on the Island. Her family moved to Brainard, New York in 1971. She graduated from New Lebanon High school in 1979. Marie held a successful career working for the New York State Department of Criminal Justice Services as an Identification Specialist II. Her achievements include working as a Supervisor for the Juvenile Unit and serving as President of CSEA Local 695. She was organized, meticulous, and had an incredible work ethic. After 38 years of service, Marie retired in 2017 and became a member of CSEA Retirees Local 999. Even after retirement, she continued to share her knowledge while offering help and advice to old coworkers (friends) who reached out to her. Although Marie had many accomplishments in work, her greatest joy came with the birth of her son, David, in 1983. She was an amazing mother. Although she raised David as a single parent, she made sure his life was never lacking. She was always happy and willing to support her son however she could. Marie had the biggest heart, and her heart grew even more when David married his wife, Kiah (Narotski) in 2009. Marie’s greatest happiness came in 2012 when she was bestowed the title of Nana (Grandma) with the birth of her first grandchild, Ian (10). She later welcomed two more Grandchildren in 2015, Alana (7), and 2017, Elora (5). She was the absolute best Nana. Nothing in the world made her happier than spoiling her Grandbabies! Marie had a smile and laughter that could light up the room. She was selfless and always willing to help a friend or family member in need. Her kindness was infinite. She loved animals and her “furbabies,” including her German Shepherds, Blue and Star. She happily shared her home with her dogs and her Significant Other, Stan Benner. In addition to her Mother, Son, Daughter-in-Law, and Grandchildren, she leaves behind her brothers, Donald (Colleen) McArdle Jr., James (Julia) McArdle, Thomas (Kim) McArdle, and Daniel (Eleanor) McArdle and a sister, Leilani McArdle. She was an amazing Aunt to Jessica Van Allen, Donald McArdle III, Courtney Daunais, Danielle Phillips, Kekoa McArdle, Scott and Nick Lorette, Matthew Hover, and Anthony McArdle. She has a large extended family and numerous friends who have been touched by her love. Funeral Notice: Relatives and friends are invited to gather at Dwyer Funeral Home (776 North St, Pittsfield, MA 01201) for a Celebration of Life on Saturday, November 19, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 12 noon, with a short service to follow at 12:00 PM. If desired, donations in Marie's memory can be made to a local animal rescue shelter of your choice.

Ms. Marie J. McArdle

December 19, 1961 - November 12, 2022