John R Kaboray Jr, 44, passed away December 10, 2024, at Baystate Medical Center. Born in Springfield, January 1, 1980, and lived his entire life in West Springfield, he was the son of John R Kaboray Sr. and Patricia (O’Brien) Kaboray of West Springfield. Besides his parents John leaves his loving sisters, Michelle Paulo and her husband Joseph and Heather Shapiro and her husband Howard, his beloved nieces and nephew, Makenzie, Lindsay and Liam and many aunts,uncles, cousins, and friends. John’s love for his family and friends was his greatest gift, but his favorite role was being the proudest uncle to his nieces and nephew. He loved nothing more than spending time cheering them on at sporting events and being their biggest fan. John was a huge New England sports fan and loved his fantasy football banter among friends. His sense of humor was like no other, putting a hilarious spin on almost everything. A true shining light to all who knew and loved him. A Funeral Home Service will be held Thursday December 19 at 11AM from the Toomey-O’Brien Funeral Home 1043 Westfield St West Springfield with a calling hour from 10-11AM. Directly following will be a celebration of life at the Crest room in West Springfield.