John Palucci

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John was a die-hard Red Sox fan and rarely missed a televised game.

John Palucci, 84, of Rutland, passed away peacefully at the Mountain View Center where he had resided since November 1st, 2021. 

He was born in Rutland, VT, to Mary Belock Palucci and John Louis Palucci. He graduated from Mt. St. Joseph Academy in 1960, and served in the U.S. Navy from which he was honorably discharged. 

Upon his return to Rutland, he attended Rutland Business College for 2 years, where he earned a certificate in accounting. Upon completion of the program, he moved to Bristol, CT, and worked in the accounting department at Pratt and Whitney.

After several years with Pratt and Whitney, he returned to Rutland and started his own painting and wallpaper business until his retirement.

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He loved baseball, having played when he was a youngster.

An avid baseball fan, John was a die-hard Red Sox fan and rarely missed a televised game. He could discuss past and present Red Sox players with incredible knowledge about each player. He loved baseball, having played when he was a youngster.

A history buff, John loved the World War II era, and read every and any book he could get his hands on about that period in history. He also loved world events and could discuss current events with natural ease. Also, he enjoyed reading biographies about the lives of musicians, actors, entertainers, and baseball players.

Elvis Presley was one of his favorite entertainers. He talked often about his trip to Elvis’s home in Memphis, Tennessee.

In John’s younger years, he traveled extensively throughout the United States and kept photo albums of his travels.

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John loved the World War II era, and read every and any book he could get his hands on about that period in history.

John lived a quiet life and often talked about his desire to live in a cabin in the woods. This was an appropriate wish given his love for hunting, fishing; all animals, wild and domestic.

John was predeceased by his Dad in 1986 and Mom in 2002.

He is survived by two sisters, Elizabeth "Betty" Palucci (Jim) of Pittsfield, MA and MaryAnn Palucci, also of Pittsfield. He is also survived by at least 36 first cousins scattered throughout the country. John was predeceased by eighteen aunts and uncles.

There will be no calling hours at John’s request. Burial will be private.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at the Mountain View Center who took wonderful care of John and treated him with understanding, kindness, and compassion. 

The family would like also to thank the Visiting Nurses Association and Bayada Hospice for the compassionate care they took of John. They made things easier, not only for John, but also for family members. We are indebted to both agencies.