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Eric Kingsbury Obituary

Eric R. Kingsbury, Age 56, passed away suddenly in Morton Hospital on October 13, 2018. Eric was born in Taunton, the son of the late Paul V. & Margaret (Crowninshield) Kingsbury. He was a lifetime resident of Taunton. Eric was employed as a truck driver and mechanic locally. He enjoyed fishing, camping and loved spending time with his daughter Maggie and his grandchildren. He leaves his son Justin of Rochester, NY and daughter Margaret Maggie Kingsbury of Taunton; his siblings Gary Kingsbury of FL., Glenn Kingsbury of Berkley, Bette DeLang of New Bedford, Jean Kingsbury of Lakeville, Peter Kingsbury and Ellen Toli both of Taunton. Eric also leaves his beloved grandchildren, Loki Kingsbury, Justin Wilmot, Brodey Almeida and JRea Kingsbury. Eric also leaves his lifelong partner and friend Katherine Rodrigues and and two step children Jake and Jessica Teague. Funeral home visiting hours will be held at the OKeefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton; MA 02780 on Wednesday, October 17th from 5-7pm. Burial will be private. Visit our website www.okeefe wade.com to sign the online guestbook, obituaries & directions.

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Published by Taunton Gazette on Oct. 16, 2018.

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Brad Burrell

March 13, 2019

I didn't know you left us my brother until I just tried to call you. Thank you for keeping my 18 wheeler Rolling over the years, no one was better than you. I will never forget you. May you rest in peace , Godspeed to heaven......,

Carol B

October 18, 2018

My condolences to all of Eric's family.
He will be remembered as a good friend,
and he will be missed.

Bob & Christine Onges

October 17, 2018

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Family during this sad time, and always...

October 17, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear of Eric's passing. I have many happy memories of my childhood, and coming to your house, when Kay and Liz lived next door! Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God bless each of you. With Sincerest Sympathy, Laurie

Eric Dion

October 16, 2018

My condolences to friends and family, i am working 5 days strait in Nh, cannot make service

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