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Bernard Porter Crosby 1929-2012 BRATTLEBORO Bernard "Bernie" Crosby, 82, of Western Ave .died March 7, 2012 as a result of injuries he sustained after being struck by a car while walking near his home. He was born in Cranford, N.J. on May 10, 1929, the son of Robert and Alice (Perry) Crosby. He was raised and educated in Brattleboro, graduating from Brattleboro High School. He proudly served his country during World War II in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Crosby has been employed as a production welder for Filtrine Mfg., retiring in 1995. He worked for many years at the former Crosby Milling Co. in Brattleboro. He was a member of the American Legion Brattleboro Post #5. He will be remembered for his gentle soul, incredible patience and as a loving family man. He was very athletic and excelled in basketball, softball and table tennis, coached little league baseball and had a passion for his Harley Davidson. He also enjoyed maple sugaring, hunting, fishing and time shared with his family. He looked forward to his daily walks with his dog "Coco". He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Josephine "Rupprecht" Crosby. He leaves two sons, Michael Crosby and his wife Nancy of Dalton, NH and Steven Crosby and his wife Karen of Westford, VT., three daughters, Priscilla Galaske of Brattleboro, VT, Jean Weidman of Middlebury, VT and Mary Lagerberg and her husband Mark of Chesterfield, NH. He leaves 9 grandchildren, Jessica Hoehl, Michael Crosby Jr., Stephen Crosby, Mary Galaske, Kelsey Weidman, Bjorn Galaske, Evan Lagerberg, Brittany Lagerberg, and Ben Blanchard and 4 great grandchildren, Katori Crosby, Sydney Hoehl, Michael Crosby III and Madison Crosby. He was predeceased by one brother, Joseph Crosby and a sister Catherine Sherman. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wed. at 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church. There are no calling hours at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in Mr. Crosby's name may be made to St. Michael School, 48 Walnut St., Brattleboro, VT 05301 or to the Windham County Humane Society, P.O. Box 397, Brattleboro, VT 05302. To sign an online guestbook please visit www.atamaniuk.com
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Sue Miller
March 21, 2012
My sympathy to you, Jeannie.
Becky Newell
March 13, 2012
Recently hooked up w/ Bernie via Facebook when he asked me if i was related to Oscar Newell, my dad, who worked at Crosby Milling Co. also. He said that dad and another man were the nicest ones there and helped him feel welcome. i guess one good guy knows another when he sees one..or two...Our deepest sympathy.
March 13, 2012
Mary, Mark, Evan and Brittany, our hearts are with you, sending you light and love and keeping you all in our thoughts during this very difficult time. Kelli Rooney, Michael, Cate and Rachael, and Joe
Marietta D'Alessandro
March 13, 2012
Josie:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Marietta D'Alessandro
Mahopac, NY
Your Sisters at LAVFW 1034
March 12, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
March 12, 2012
Very Sorry to hear Bernard passed away.
My thoughts and prays are with you Josie
and your family. love Connie Weldon
March 12, 2012
ours hearts go out to josie and the famaly...... harry&donna......
Cyndy (Newell) Bell
March 11, 2012
Condolences from my dad, Oscar Newell, to Bernard's family. They worked together for many years at Crosby Milling Co. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Chet & Irene Grenda
March 11, 2012
We are sorry to learn of Bernie's passing
Robert@Connie Chase
March 10, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Darlene and Emily Tanis
March 10, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to Mrs. Crosby and family. Mr. Crosby was such a gentle caring neighbor who never failed to inspire me with his spunk!, kindness, and humor. Bernie will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by so many.
Pat Reed
March 10, 2012
Mary, Priscilla, and family,
i am so sorry for your loss. cherishing your memories will lessen the pain.
Rosemary Haselton
March 10, 2012
Heaven's gain is our loss, God's speed Bernie and you are suffering no longer! Take care of all the dogs in heaven!
March 10, 2012
We are sorry to learn of Bernie's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Phyllis and Ken Emery
The Staff of Atamaniuk Funeral Home
March 10, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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