James R. Herring
August 02, 2009
View Tribute and Sign Guestbook FAIRHAVEN – James R. Herring, 66, of New Boston Road, Fairhaven, died Sunday, August 2, 2009, at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford. Born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, a son of the late Ernest & Elsa ( Beha) Herring, he was the husband of Rita (Marcil) Herring.
Mr. Herring was a manager in the Research and Development Division ofr Quaker Fabric for more than fifteen years before retiring in 1991. He was also co-owner of Hillcrest Stables for more than ten years. A resident of Fairhaven since 1973, having come from Pawtucket, RI, he enjoyed boating, fishing, and playing pool. He was an avid learner with a passion for knowledge. He loved to work in the garden and also enjoyed taking care of the hummingbirds in his yard.
In addition to his wife, Mr. Herring leaves two sons, Steven Herring of Tennessee and James R. Herring, Jr., of North Dartmouth; a daughter, Judy Herring of New Bedford; two brothers, Joseph Herring of Acushnet and John Herring of New York; three sisters, Shirley Boie of Arizona, Patricia Chaffin of Missouri, and Elizabeth Remette of Connecticut; two grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Information
His funeral service will be held Thursday, August 6, 2009, at 10:00AM in THE FAIRHAVEN FUNERAL HOME, 117 Main Street, Fairhaven, Massachusetts, with cremation to follow the service. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 5, from 5:00–8:00PM. To LIGHT A CANDLE, SIGN THE MEMORIAL REGISTER, consult THE GRIEF LIBRARY, or obtain FACILITY DIRECTIONS, please log on to www.hathawayfunerals.com., or telephone 508/994-9471.
Donations Information
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to SOUTHCOAST HOSPITALS, Hospice and Palliative Care, 200 Mill Road # 120, Fairhaven, MA 02719–5252.
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