John Joseph Klingensmith Sr. died on Friday, August 3 at his home in Edgartown. He was 73 and was the longtime owner of Jon’s Taxi company in Edgartown.

Mr. Klingensmith was predeceased by his wife Rita (Viggiano) Klingensmith. He is survived by his two sons, Mark Klingensmith and John Klingensmith Jr.

Funeral services will be held next summer and a complete obituary will follow.