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Kimberly Linn Crigger, age 32, of Mansfield, passed away on March 18, 2026. Born November 1, 1993, in Norwalk, she spent the majority of her life in New London before moving to Mansfield as an adult.
Kim was a laid back spirit who enjoyed watching movies or television shows, and listening to music and dancing. She had a great sense of humor, and enjoyed watching videos and keeping up with friends on social media. Kim absolutely adored her boys; being a mom was the most important part of her life and cherished the time she spent with her sons.
Survivors include her sons, Kaeden Anthony Shepherd, and Clayton “Trey” Richard Temple III; mother, Misty (Jeffery) Patton-Starkey; father, Anthony Crigger; siblings, Elizabeth Crigger, Alyssa Adkins, Matthew Dale, Avery Crigger, Destiny Krisha, Daniel Strickling, Starrlynn Duffey, Jaiden Duffey, Jaida Duffey, and Anjel Roberts. She dearly loved and survived by her 4 nieces and 4 nephews. Additional survivors include her maternal grandparents, Mary and Lawrence Patton; maternal uncle, Alexander (Lisa) Patton; paternal grandmother, Joyce Mechling; and paternal aunts Patricia (Woody) Shepherd and Carolyn (Barry) Johnston, numerous cousins and extended family members.
Kim was preceded in death by her grandfather, James Crigger.
Private services for Kimberly will be held at the convenience of the family. On-line condolences may be shared with the family at www.eastmanfuneralhome.com.
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