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Alice Alexina (Bombardier) Rollman, 100

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. —  Alice Alexina (Bombardier) Rollman, 100, of Williamstown, MA, died Sunday, September 13, 2026, at home. She was born in Adams on December 23, 1925, a daughter of the late Alfred and Alexina (Viens) Bombardier.

Alice attended schools in Adams, graduating from Adams Memorial High School. She was first employed at General Electric Company in Pittsfield where she met her first husband Michael Tristany. Caring and outgoing, she was a waitress for most of her life, working at Tally Ho in North Adams and Fork & Spoon in Adams. Alice was a devoted homemaker and mother to her two children. She was a faithful Catholic. Alice was recognized and honored by the Town of Williamstown and the Williamstown Council on Aging on January 14, 2026, with the Boston Post Cane Citation for being the eldest resident of the town.

She enjoyed traveling with family and friends on many bus tours to local beaches and concerts. Alice was a member of the Engelbert Humperdinck Fan Club and attended many of his concerts. She was an accomplished and meticulous craft maker where every stitch had to be perfect.

Alice was predeceased by first husband, Michael Tristany, and her second husband, John James Rollman, who died November 11, 2024.

She is survived by her devoted daughter, Michele Tristany of Williamstown, with whom she made her home; her loving son, Michael Tristani and his partner David Urban of San Diego California; nieces, Sherry LaFleur of Adams, Shelly LaFleur-Morris of St. Albans, VT, Marie Gormalley of Pittsfield, and Mary Angela Moran of the Boston area; and nephew Mario Tristany of Connecticut. She was predeceased by her two sisters, Irene LaFleur and Dorothy Morgan.

Alice’s family would like to thank her wonderful, dedicated, and loving caregivers and members of Hospice Care in the Berkshires for the support and excellent care they provided. At her request, services are private. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.FlynnDagnoliFuneralHomes.com.


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Dear Michele, I worked with your Mother, Alice, many years ago at the Tally Ho and she was a pure delightful. She helped me learn the ropes and was a great friend and confidant. My thoughts are with you and your family. You can be very proud of her. Sincerely, Grace
from: Grace Aspinallon: 09-16-2026

Dear Michele, I have thought of you over the many years which we have not seen each other, and when I read of your Mom’s passing, I want to extend to you my sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Hoping you have been well, and GOD BLESS!
Sincerely, Joan Morandi
from: Joan Morandion: 09-16-2026

Doug and I are so sorry to hear of Alice’s passing. John worked with my husband many years ago.We sat with John and sat next to Alice and John and really enjoyed their company. RIP Alice.
from: Doug and Dot Wandreion: 09-15-2026

Rest in peace Alice
from: Jim peterson: 09-15-2026

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