Edward J. Crosby, 61, of Grafton

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Obit Edward J. CrosbyGrafton – Edward J. “Eddie” Crosby, 61, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 25, 2016 with his loving family by his side. He was born Dec. 11, 1954 in Everett, son of the late Marion (Bowman) Crosby Kennedy and Edward J. Crosby.

He leaves his brother, Jim Crosby and his wife Jan of Worcester; his niece, Nicole Crosby and her wife Erica; his nephew, Dan Merrill; and his great-nieces and great-nephews, Arianna, Andrew and Emilie Merrill. He also leaves his step-nephew, Andrew Pasquale, and step-niece, Heather D’Ambra, and of course the family dog, “Nook.” He was also predeceased by his stepfather, William Kennedy Sr.

Eddie enjoyed working at Goretti’s for the past 25 years and had recently retired.

His family would like to thank the Highway Barn and Goretti’s Market for their caring, friendship, and kindness as they lit up his life on a daily basis, especially when his “guys” came to pick him up. Eddie’s family would also like to thank Dr. Morse at Beaumont Nursing and Rehabilitation of Worcester and the staff at the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit at UMass Lake Avenue in Worcester. Eddie’s family also wishes to extend their deep appreciation for the friendship, love and support of his dear friends, Joyce Fiske and Mark Goodwin, over the last 20 years as their help ensured Eddie’s quality of life and success.

In lieu of flowers, please honor Eddie with a donation to The Seven Hills Foundation, c/o Family Support, 81 Hope Ave., Worcester, MA 01603.

All are welcome to gather with Eddie’s family and friends Friday, May 27, from 4-7 p.m., at Roney Funeral Home, 152 Worcester St., North Grafton. A funeral Mass will be celebrated for Eddie Saturday, May 28, at 10 a.m., at St. Philip’s Church, 12 West St., Grafton. He will then be laid to rest at St. Phillip Cemetery in Grafton.

To share a memory of Eddie or leave a message of sympathy with his family online, visit www.RoneyFuneralHome.com.

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