Frederick-Errington-Obituary

Frederick K. Errington

Amherst, Massachusetts

Age 80

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DIED
January 9, 2021
AGE
80
LOCATION
Amherst, Massachusetts

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Frederick K. Errington of Amherst, Massachusetts died suddenly of a heart attack on Jan. 9, 2021. He was 80 years old. He leaves behind a distinguished legacy as an anthropologist and teacher. He was also a naturalist, car fanatic and handyman with tools. He will be remembered for his kindness,...

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So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I wish we had been able to get together again. Cousin Susan Green

Since my 1979 intro. to anthropology course at Keene College, with Dr Errington, I´ve often recalled his class and demeanor. In retrospect, he did seem to value listening in the way he´d facilitate the class. I remember the assigned readings included a spare but fascinating book on power; and one on his work in PNG. There was the cargo cult work. Then, it seemed mysterious, but if this very present man was making sense of it, I reasoned, it must be telling about humanity. I´m so sorry to hear...

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