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Nathan T. Giles, 44

April 16, 2024

PITTSFIELD, Mass. —  Nathan T. Giles, 44, of Pittsfield, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Born in North Adams, MA, on September 17, 1979, son of Denise Gregoire and the late Wayne Giles, he graduated from Hoosac Valley High School and later earned his associate’s degree in Automotive Technology and Management from Wyoming Technical Institute.



Nathan was currently employed at the West Stockbridge Market as manager. Prior to that, he worked for Time Warner Spectrum as a service technician.



Beer brewing was his passion. He also enjoyed the company of animals (sometimes more than people), especially that of his dogs, Daisy, Betty, and Gus.



Nathan is survived by his beloved wife of 13 years, the former Tisha Goodwin, whom he married on June 13, 2010. He leaves behind his two children, Jasper (Aria) Giles and Brady Donald. He is also survived by his sister, Dawn Marie Mott, his brother-in-law, Matt Mott, and his niece Kaitlin Mott; his brothers-in-law, Josh Duquette (Amazaday), and Sam Duquette (Hannah), as well as father-in-law, John Goodwin (Judy Walters).



Besides his father, he was predeceased by his grandparents, Albert and Doris Gregoire and Walter and Blanche Giles, as well as his cousin, Jessica Gregorie White.



Funeral Notice:



Calling hours for Nathan T. Giles will be Sunday, April 21, 2024, from 10am to 12noon at the Dwyer Funeral Home, 776 North Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to Tisha Giles in order to help offset funeral costs.



Please visit www.dwyerfuneral.com to leave condolences and remembrances.




Recollections & Sympathy For the Family
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My condolences to the family I remember Nate from High School we graduated the same year 1997. We even rode the same bus to school he was so kind and caring.
from: Jennifer M Hadsellon: 04-23-2024

I posted this on Facebook, but I would also like to post part of it here. All my love and condolences to The Giles family. I am devastated and absolutely heartbroken. Nate was an amazing human being. He was an honest, kind, loyal, and supportive friend — and also a righteous rebel and ally in the name of all that is fair and just. Nate always seemed to be able to cut through the BS and see things for what they were. He wasn’t cynical, just a realist. As I get older, I appreciate that more and more.

Nate made it a point to attend my college graduation ceremony, and my family welcomed him into the Demastrie fold that weekend with open arms. I drove with him back to Massachusetts, and we had some serious talks about a number of issues both personal and political. While I won’t share those specific conversations here, I can tell you that he could have you laughing hysterically about something stupid, and then a half hour later, you’d be having a profound conversation with him about something really serious, while also singing along to Letters to Cleo, one of his favorite bands. Nate and I also got our first tattoos together in Washington, DC when he came down to visit me once. He got a beautiful tattoo on his shoulder of the hour glass with wings image from the cover of the Smashing Pumpkins’ seminal album “Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.” It was one of his favorite records. I got a small tattoo of a purple flower on my lower back. I didn’t care about the tattoo. I just wanted to support my friend by getting one too!! Nate was probably the most authentic friend I’ve ever had, because he was always true to himself and was always real with others. If he was your friend, he always had your back. He also taught me how important honesty and authenticity are. I hadn’t seen or spoken to Nate in quite some time, and even though it’s no one’s fault and is just what happens in life, I still feel guilty and regretful that I didn’t stay in better touch with him. Nate, I hope you realize how loved and appreciated you were by everyone who knew you. I’m sorry I never got the chance to tell you what an important friend you were to me and how grateful I am to have known you and learned from you. I hope you are at peace, and I hope you can feel our love for you emanating from our dimension into yours. ???
from: Emma Demastrieon: 04-20-2024

Dawn, Denise and Family, I'm so very sorry for this devastating loss to your family!! I know what a great brother and son he was so I'm sure he was a wonderful husband and dad. May your faith carry you at this trying time. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Laurie Corsi Robertson on: 04-19-2024

Denise & family, sending love, hugs, and prayers to all of you in your time of loss. May beautiful memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. I’m sorry I won’t be able to attend Nate’s memorial. I am still out of town.
from: Linda Huskins on: 04-19-2024

Hearing about Nate's passing broke my heart. I'm so glad to have known your family for a long time. Knowing you all really makes you feel like a better person. The presence of love is no doubtfully there. My love for you all has never changed. Sorry that such a tragic thing has to happen to the best of the best people. Your entire family is nothing less than the best. My heart and prayers are with you all
~Monica
from: Monicaon: 04-19-2024

Denise & family, sending our thoughts and prayers to all of you in your time of loss. May beautiful memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
from: Mike & Heather Lemoineon: 04-19-2024

It is hard to comprehend and understand that you have left this world. It was too soon for you and too soon for Tisha, Jasper, Brady, your Mom, sister and all the rest. Wish we had the opportunity to hang out and visit with each other one more time. We are far away but will do everything we can to help Tisha and Jasper through their grief. Love you all.
from: Judy Walterson: 04-18-2024

My sincere condolences to the family. I remember Nate well from our time together at Hoosac. We graduated the same year. I will always remember him being warm, easy going, and polite. Thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
from: Adam Jenkson: 04-18-2024

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