Mr. Chandler T. Pilsbury Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Mr. Chandler T. Pilsbury, 72, of Pittsfield, MA, passed away on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2020. Born in Pittsfield, MA, on April 16, 1948, the son of the late Thurston C. and Viola Wright Pilsbury, he graduated from Pittsfield High School and later attended Bentley College. Chandler enlisted in the United States Navy in 1969. He proudly served his country in the Persian Gulf until December of 1970. After his time in the active military, Chandler was a reservist until his honorable discharge in 1974. He retired after many years with AT&T after which he worked and retired from Greylock Federal Credit Union in the IT department. He also helped develop a computer business called Chantec. He was very interested in and challenged by math and science. Among many things, Chandler was warm and kindhearted. His faith was of great importance to him. He grew up in the First United Methodist Church in Pittsfield. He was most recently active with the Berkshire Full Gospel Church in Pittsfield. Chandler was a ham operator and extremely interested and involved in that endeavor. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially when he was skiing or hiking. Chandler is survived by his niece, Dorla Leone (Kenneth) of Moretown, VT, as well as his nephew, William R. Knight (April) of Stowe, VT. He leaves his brother-in-law, Richard Knight, as well as five great nieces and nephews, and 9 great great nieces and nephews. Chandler is also survived by many cousins and dear friends, especially Valerie Kemp of Pittsfield, MA. Besides his parents, Chandler was predeceased by his sister, JoAnn Pilsbury Knight and his niece, Cinda Knight Wilson. Funeral Notice: At this time, there will be no formal funeral services for Mr. Chandler T. Pilsbury. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date, when Covid restrictions are lifted and all are able to safely gather. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice, or, if preferred, please perform an act of kindness in his name.

Mr. Chandler T. Pilsbury

April 16, 1948 - December 24, 2020