John Walter Kingsbury

John Walter Kingsbury of Georgetown TX., passed away peacefully at the age of 76 surrounded by his family on Tuesday, September 14. He was born on September 5, 1934 in Jersey City, New Jersey, but spent most of his life growing up and as an adult in upstate New York. He was a 43 year member of the First Congregational Church of Binghamton, New York, serving as Trustee and Deacon. He was also a member of the Clef Club and Committee Chairman of Troop 156 of the Boy Scouts of America. After a successful 35 year career with General Electric, he retired in 1992 and spent the next several years traveling with his wife Peg throughout America and Europe. In 1999, he moved to Georgetown where he was active in the community and a member of The First Presbyterian Church of Georgetown, serving on the Fellowship Committee. Known for his zest for life, John was an accomplished singer, performing many times on stage, an excellent dancer and a superior cook who entertained his friends and neighbors throughout his life. John was a passionate lover of animals who devoted countless hours to their care and well being, resulting in his efforts to help found the Georgetown Animal Outreach. Nothing was more important to John than the love of family, a legacy he passes on. The youngest of 5 brother and sisters, he is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Peg, son Chris and wife Teresa of Austin, TX, daughter Linda and husband John of Dallas, TX and son Steven and wife Bridget-Ann of Wallingford, CT. He is also survived by his six grandchildren Chad, Eric, Kellie, John, Josh and Colton as well as his 2 sisters, Esther Ruland of Georgetown and Claire DeRuvo of Clovis, CA, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He will also be particularly missed by his much loved dog and constant companion Maggie. Visitation will be Thursday, September 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at The Gabriels Funeral Chapel at 393 N. I-H 35 Georgetown, TX. There will be a celebration of John’s life on Friday, September 17 at 11:00 am at the First Presbyterian Church of Georgetown, followed by a reception at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Georgetown Animal Outreach (P.O. Box 1684, Georgetown, TX 78627).