PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Carla (Carlotta) Ann Virgilio, age 70, of Pittsfield, Mass., passed away on March 28, 2018, at Williamstown Commons, where she had been resting following a short illness. 

She was born in Pittsfield, Mass., on May 18, 1947, to her beloved parents Carlo and Rose (Sacco) Sacchetti. She was the oldest of three children. She attended Pittsfield High School class of 1965, after which she went on to attain her degree in cosmetology. Carla also earned a certification as a teachers’ aide and worked in the Pittsfield school system for a number of years. Carla took interest in jewelry design while working in a local Jewelry store. She was also employed as a hairdresser for many years until she took over ownership of Jonez Beauty Supply and renaming it Midtown Beauty Supply.  

She was known for her bright smile and friendly demeanor towards the people around her. She was a caring, loving and devoted mother to her three children. She loved to read, draw, sew, and spend time with the closest of friends.

Carla was predeceased by her parents and her youngest sister, Regina Sacchetti. She is survived by her sister, Rosalie (Sacchetti) Boyer of Connecticut; her three children, Donald Virgilio of Reno, Nev., Janelle Virgilio of Pittsfield, Mass., and JoAnna Virgilio of Pittsfield, Mass.; and six grandchildren, Bradley Brown, Maxamillian Vilot, Natalia Virgilio, Railani Virgilio, Angelle Virgilio, and Kenadee Virgilio, who meant the world to her.

Carla’s family would love to extend their deepest gratitude towards all staff at Albany Medical Center (neurosciences division), Hospice Care in the Berkshires, and Williamstown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their care and compassion during this difficult time. 

Funeral notice: Services for Carla (Carlotta) Ann Virgilio will take place Thursday, April 5, 2018, at 1 p.m. at the Flynn & Dagnoli-Bencivenga Funeral Home, 5 Elm St. Pittsfield, MA 01201 with the Rev. Joan Carron officiating. Calling hours at the funeral home will be from noon until the time of the service.  Memorial donations are suggested for Hospicecare in the Berkshires in care of the funeral home.