WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. —  William Perault Sr. Bill passed away on January 28, 2025 after a brief illness. He was born in Pittsfield, MA on December 31, 1939 to Thomas Perault and Helen Hubbard Perault. Bill married Diane Abruscato on December 27, 1992 in Weston, CT and celebrated 30 wonderful years together before her passing in May, 2023.

A pianist, Bill brought joy to those he played for - whether in their home for the guests he and Diane entertained or at many venues over the years such as Wheatleigh, The Orchards, Williams College Faculty Club, Portofino, and The 1896 House, to name a few. In addition to playing piano, Bill tuned and rebuilt pianos and found joy writing original compositions and arranging existing works. He also played keyboards for several local theater group productions. Bill was a fantastic cook and enjoyed developing and honing his recipes.

His sense of humor and laugh were hallmarks of his personality and appreciated by those fortunate enough to know him. Bill served his country as a member of the Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1964.

In addition to Diane, and his parents, Bill was pre-deceased by his stepson Richard Morsa; brothers Tom and Jim and his sister Pat. Bill is survived by his son Bill Perault Jr. and his wife Maryann and their children Hannah, Noah and Emily (Elijah); his daughter Michelle Perault; his former wife Judy Perault, many members of the Abruscato family and several close friends. Bill’s family thanks the team in Unit 3 at Williamstown Commons for their compassionate care of dad (and us). Thanks also to HospiceCare in The Berkshires for their care of dad during his final days.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at the The Williams Inn (101 Spring Street, Williamstown, MA) on Friday, April 11th from 2:30pm until 4:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill’s memory to the Berkshire Music School, 30 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com