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JAMES KREBS Obituary

KREBS, James P. Of Canton passed away unexpectedly April 23rd. Beloved husband of Patricia A. (Cavanaugh) of Plainville. Father of Melissa Krebs and her fiance Shawn Durr of Pittsburgh, PA and Melanie Krebs of Plainville. Brother of Barbara Dulong of Randolph, Karl Krebs of Boston, Clare Sullivan of Newton and the late Lorrie and Jackie Krebs. Funeral service at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home, 455 Washington St., CANTON Saturday morning at 10. Visiting hours Friday 5-8 pm. Burial private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Cystic Fibrosis Center, c/o Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center 800 Washington St. Boston, MA 02111. For complete obituary and guestbook see www.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 26 to Apr. 27, 2017.

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Dave Wagner

March 19, 2023

Only became aware if Jim's passing recently. Although I haven't been around for years I still consider Jim one of my best friends. He is and always will be missed. My sincere condolences

Patti McGinley- Daigle

August 17, 2017

Patty,

I am so very sorry to read about Jimmy. I didn't know, or I would have been there. I hope you're doing well.

Joseph LoConte

April 27, 2017

Patty, Melissa , Melanie , and all of Jimmy's family my deepest condolences."Krebsey"was. a wonderful friend. I had the honor to know as we went to Curry College and remained friends after .. I loved to talk sports and music with him .He was very knowledgeable in both. Jimmy was funny always put a smile on my face and every one around him ..... May God welcome Jimmy into his kingdon and comfort his family , friends , and all who loved him. He will be missed.

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Wade Keats

April 26, 2017

I remember Krebsy from day one at Curry College. Always had fun despite his limitations. Mac the Knife! RIP Krebsy

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