Dominic Juliano of Pittsfield died Saturday shortly after midnight following a crash involving his off-road vehicle.
He was raised in Pittsfield, then enrolled in Central Berkshire District Schools in Dalton starting in the first grade.
Before he got to kindergarten, he started playing T-ball, then Babe Ruth, and Little League in Pittsfield.
He moved to Hinsdale with his family when he was in middle school. Later, he attended Necassus, where he continued playing baseball.
While in middle school, he ruptured his spleen in a snowboarding crash at Bousquet Mountain Ski Area.
At Wahconah High School, he pitched and played first base for the varsity baseball team. And he lettered in football.
After graduating from Wahconah, Juliano attended Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, but didn’t graduate.
He enjoyed being outdoors in the Berkshires, particularly bass fishing on Richmond Pond or Muddy Pond.
Juliano had recently bought a kayak and often went fishing in the early morning before going to work and after work.
Dominic Juliano Passed Away At 26 In A Tragic Accident
Wahconah High School graduate Dominic Juliano, 26, died on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Laurie Loisel, director of communication and community engagement for the Northwestern District Attorney’s Office, said that Juliano died shortly after midnight following a tragic crash involving his off-road vehicle that took place at 10:52 p.m.
As per the reports, Juliano was transported to Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton.
His family said that he arrived later than his friends at the staging area in Cummington on Friday evening, so he had less riding time than the others.
As his friends were calling it a night, Juliano decided to take one final spin, but his four-wheeler hit a tree.
Wahconah’s football coach, Gary Campbell, remembered that Dominic had lots of friends. He described Juliano as a “goofball, and a great one.
He added,
, “He was a bigger kid, very athletic for his size, and so obviously made him valuable for football,”
Gary Campbell
Cameron Taylor, who works at the Department of Conservation and Recreation, mourned the loss of Dominic. He wrote,
Rest in peace my friend💙 All of us were truly blessed to have had you in our lives. You’ll be missed dearly and never forgotten.
Cameron Taylor
Sean Fahey of Savoy, Massachusetts, also offered his heartfelt condolences by stating,
RIP brother, you were a great friend to all, and you will truly be missed. Thank you for always making my day better, just by being you
Sean Fahey
Dominic’s friend, Tyler Gaudette, a Taconic High School graduate, also mourned the loss and stated,
Absolutely insane…..you will be painfully missed….i miss coming into the dalton general and seeing that big smile…and shooting the shit with you while i waited for my orders, ill never forget the energy you gave off, and the kindness you spread to everyone you met. RIP my friend.
Tyler Gaudette
Other close ones and relatives have also poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Dominic’s family.
He will always be remembered for his unforgettable contributions as a football player at Wahconah High School. The funeral service for Dominic will be revealed soon.
Rest in Heaven, Dominic Juliano.
Dominic Juliano’s Parents Are Mourning The Tragic Loss Of Their Son
Born on September 18, 1998, Dominic Juliano was raised by his father, Jeremy, and his mother, Nichole Juliano.
Although his parents have stayed away from social media, they always supported Dominic in achieving his athletic and academic dreams.
However, they are devastated by the tragic loss of their son. Nichole Juliano said in a voice breaking with emotion,
“He was just a great kid,” “Your best friend, best kid.”
Nichole Juliano
On the other hand, Juliano’s father, Jeremy, said,
“The pain I’m having losing him is nothing compared to the joy I had when he came into this world.”
Jeremy Juliano
In Case You Didn’t Know
- As per Dominic’s Facebook handle, he was in a relationship with Tori Bishop. Tori was born to her father, Terry Bishop, and her mother, Jennifer Bishop.
- Dominic’s first job was at the Dalton General Store, and his last job was at the 440 Merrill Road NAPA auto parts store.
- While Dominic played offensive and defensive lineman, he asked his coach, Campbell, for the chance to run the ball as a running back or receiver.
