Thomas M. Byrnes, 70, of Ashfield, MA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2024, with his loving family and friends by his side. Tom was born on June 19, 1953, in Pittsfield, MA to the late George and Claire (O’Donnell) Byrnes. Raised in Lenox, Tom attended local schools and after graduation, he joined the United States Air Force serving his country honorably for four years. Tom was employed at Bear Automotive for 25 years, retiring as an Electrical Technician. When he wasn’t working, Tom enjoyed spending time motorcycling, camping, and snowmobiling, especially with his beloved dog, Jet. He enjoyed working on and repairing anything electrical, building up computers from scratch in addition to restoring BMW motorcycles. Tom was also a ham radio operator (call sign WA1NCA) and enjoyed connecting with other people all over the world. Tom was sadly predeceased by his parents and his brother Timothy Byrnes. He is survived by his daughter Jennifer Byrnes of Kyle, Texas; his sisters Mary Michel of Palm Bay, Fl; Patricia Byrnes (his twin) of Apache Junction, AZ; and Elizabeth Viator of Scottsdale, AZ; his brothers William Byrnes of Thailand, and Lawrence Byrnes of Columbia, CT; and his step-son Jason Bernier of Exeter, RI; and grandson Brandon, also of Exeter, RI and several nieces and nephews. Services for Tom will be private and at the convenience of the family. Ahearn Funeral Home is entrusted with Tom’s care.