Victor "Vic" Ostellino

Victor “Vic” Ostellino, 82, of Pittsfield, MA, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Pittsfield on December 6, 1942, to the late Victor and Rose Pianpiano Ostellino, Vic was the first of seven children. He was an extraordinary man whose quick wit and brutal honesty often left those around him laughing after even the briefest conversations. He had a larger-than-life presence, and to those who knew him, he was truly a legend. Vic graduated from Pittsfield High Technical School with the class of 1960, and went on to earn his degree in Electrical Technology from Berkshire Community College. He later received his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Massachusetts. Vic began his impressive career as a Control Design Engineer at GE Ordnance, where he worked in several departments, including Polaric Fire Control Systems and Power Transformer Control Systems. He then became the president of Brattle Brooks Designs Construction, overseeing the building of over 60 homes in Berkshire County. Afterward, Vic worked as a Housing Rehabilitation Specialist with Berkshire Housing Development. To many, Vic was best known as the Health Inspector for the City of Pittsfield and was also a dedicated member of the Board of Health. A true community man, Vic was involved in local sports, serving as coach and president of the East Minor League baseball program, as well as coaching for the Pop Warren Football League, CYC, and the Boys Club Basketball League. He was also a longtime member of the National Rifle Association and proudly held a "No Restriction" MA Firearms Permit. Vic had a love for the simple pleasures in life. He was often seen cruising around town in his Cadillac Deville following his daily routine picking up the newspaper and meeting up for coffee with his buddies at local spots around town. Vic is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon Myers, whom he met at 14 and married six years later. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised six children: Dawne Cowhey, Victor Ostellino, Debi Rooney (Mike), Lisa Ostellino, David Ostellino, and Adam Ostellino. He was a proud grandfather to nine grandchildren: Shannon, Shane (Kayla), Anthony (Amanda), Justin (Ashley), Colby, Matthew, Jordan, Luke, and Julia, as well as ten great-grandchildren: Shaleigh, Sharissa, Shanelle, Shelby, Kylie, Parker, Addison, Quinn, Viviana, and Malani. His family was the center of his world, and he took great joy in spending time with them, whether floating in his pool, tending his yard, walking to the nearby brook, cooking his famous sausage and peppers for picnics, watching baseball, or enjoying March Madness. He also loved vacationing in Cape Cod. Vic is also survived by his siblings, Robert Ostellino, Jeanne Bellora, John Ostellino, and Shari Polito, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins, all of whom held a special place in his heart. He was predeceased by his brothers, Joseph and Richard Ostellino. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Berkshire Medical Center, especially Dr. Chilli, as well as the compassionate team at HospiceCare in the Berkshires, particularly Linda. Their care and kindness were greatly appreciated during this time. Funeral Notice: At Vic's request, funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the Berkshire Bank Class of 1990 Scholarship in honor of Victor Ostellino, in care of the Dwyer Funeral Home.

Victor "Vic" Ostellino

December 6, 1942 - May 30, 2025