Mr. Steven M. Stockmal

Steven M. Stockmal, 53, of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, passed away on Friday June 13, 2025 in the presence of his loving family at the Berkshire Medical Center after a courageous battle with diabetes. Steven was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on January 29, 1972, the son of Richard and Carol Moody Stockmal. He graduated from Pomperaug High School, Regional School District #15 in Southbury, Connecticut with the class of 1990. For the majority of his woodworking career, Steven was the proud owner of "The Pine Box", a company that he began in his twenties and lasted approximately twenty years. He learned how do to this craft from his grandfather, the late George Moody, whom he visited every summer since he was ten. In 2019, he started the "Mountain Stream Furniture Company", where he manufactured many Adirondack chairs and tables. Steven’s woodworking creations were not solely a job, but rather a personal passion. He was extremely talented at what he did and the masterpieces he fashioned were done while legally blind and living with the challenges of a double amputation. Throughout his life, Steven was passionate about his service to others. After graduation from high school, he dedicated 11 years to volunteering as an EMT at the Southbury Volunteer Ambulance Association. Among many things, he enjoyed hiking and the outdoors, traveling (particularly to historical sites), playing board and card games with his family, being an avid Green Bay Packers and Boston Celtics fan, and especially spending time with his service dog, Proxy, who gave him a sense of independence and strength. Steven is survived by his soul mate of 39 years, the former Sherye Kowalski, whom he married on June 8, 1996. He leaves behind his daughter, Kassondra Stockmal, as well as his sister, Sarabeth Grant, and many cherished family members, all of whom he dearly loved, including nieces, and nephews whom affectionally referred to Steven as the "Tickle Monster”. The family would like to send their deepest appreciation to the staff in the Progressive and Palliative Care Units at the Berkshire Medical Center for their dedication, responsiveness and compassion towards Steven’s care. Funeral Notice: In keeping with Steven's love of the outdoors, a celebration of his life will take place on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 1pm, outside at the Unity Terrace at the Dwyer-Wellington Funeral Home in Pittsfield, 220 East St, Pittsfield, MA 01201. The Dwyer Funeral Home is entrusted with all arrangements and care for the Stockmal family during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations in Steven’s memory can be made to the Service Dog Project, in care of the Dwyer Funeral Home.

Mr. Steven M. Stockmal

January 29, 1972 - June 13, 2025