Obituary of Jean Nalty Larkin

Jean Larkin

Jean Nalty Larkin died peacefully Monday, December 2, 2024 at Fairview Hospital in Great Barrington.

Born January 29, 1943 in Great Barrington, to Donald A. Nalty and Hazel Stewart Nalty Powell. She was a 1960 graduate of Searles High School.

Jean owned and operated Hazel’s Beauty Shop which she took over after her mother’s passing and continued to run until 2012.

She loved all animals. She found great joy visiting with her nieces and nephew, always taking their side when they were mischievous.

Jean is survived by her husband of 36 years, Barry Larkin whom she married at St. Peter’s Church in Great Barrington; her sister Della Nalty Johnson, Donna Nalty Kirchner and her husband Al; her stepsisters Rosie O’Brien, Tina Tarnawa, Carol Hammer, Betty Budz and stepbrother Butch Powell. She is predeceased by her beloved son, Richard “Dickie” Bellinger.

A service celebrating Jean Larkin will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at The Birches Roy Funeral Home in Great Barrington, MA. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am until the time of the service. A private burial will follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Great Barrington.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fairview Hospital’s Annual Fund c/o Birches Roy Funeral Home, 33 South St., Great Barrington, MA 01230. Condolences may be made through birchesroyfuneralservices.com.

4 Responses to Obituary of Jean Nalty Larkin

  1. Nicole, I am sorry for your family’s loss. It is never easier to lose a loved one and especially this time of year. Prayers and thoughts of comforts for you and your family.

  2. Jeanie, Your sweetness and great sense of humour will never be forgotton.

  3. I grew up with Jeanie beginning in elementary school and have such great memories. My sympathy goes out to her family and friends.
    Donna Nichols Gillis

  4. Aunt Jean, thank you for being the coolest God Mother to me. I hope you are at peace and happy – finally reuniting with Dickie.

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