Herbert P. Eddleston, Jr., K1USW, 65, of New Bedford, formerly of Fairhaven, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020, at Saint Luke’s Hospital. He was the husband of the late Debra (Crumley) Eddleston.
Sonny was a member of the SEMARA and served on the Scholarship committee for several years. He was also recently on the board of directors at PACE.
Sonny graduated from Fairhaven High School. He worked for the United Steelworkers Local 1357 at ATI New Bedford, formerly Rodney Metals, and was very active with the Union for many years and volunteered at the Fort Taber Military Museum.
He is survived by two daughters: Rachael L. Eddleston of New Bedford, Sarah A. Eddleston of New Bedford and a son, Aaron J. Eddleston of Dover, one grandson, two sisters, Robin Eddleston of Fairhaven and Kristine Brunette of Fairhaven, three brothers: Eddie Eddleston of Wareham; Arthur Eddleston of Rochester and Richard Eddleston of New Bedford, along with several nieces and nephews.
Our condolences to Sonny’s family in this time of sorrow.