John K. Crosby

LEWISTON - John K. Crosby, 59, a resident of Lewiston formerly of Rutland, Vt., died Saturday, May 11th peacefully at his home with his loving family by his side following a long illness. He was born in Rutland, VT., September 1, 1953 the son of Kenneth R. and Elizabeth M. (King) Crosby. John grew up in Rutland, VT and was a graduate of Mt. St. Joseph's Academy in Rutland. He relocated to Lewiston in 1996 and was employed with Poland Springs Bottling. He was a member of the Elks Club of Lewiston and an officer with the Webber Avenue Club. He was an avid sports fan who's favorite teams were the New England Patriots, and the New York Yankees, and was an avid golfer. John was the master chef of the house and great entertainer at home which he loved and sharing those good times with family and friends. John was also an avid gardener and loved hanging plants, and in honor of John, the family would welcome hanging plants as floral tributes at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, the former, Karen Gray also formerly of Rutland, VT., whom he married April 23, 1989 of Lewiston; one son, Toban Crosby of Rutland, and one daughter, Kayla Crosby both of Rutland, VT. one sister, Diana del Giudice and her husband, Bill of Pawlet, Vt; several nieces and nephews and his former wife Sharon Crosby of Rutland, VT. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com NOTICE CROSBY died in Lewiston, May 11, 2013, Mr. John K. Crosby age 59 years formerly of Rutland, VT. Visitation Monday, May 20th 5-7PM at the funeral home until the time of service. Memorial donations in John's Memory may be made to the American Cancer Society New England Division 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Memorial services honoring John's life will follow visitation at 7:00PM at PINETTE & LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 305 Alfred Plourde Parkway, Lewiston, 784-4023