George J. Sussingham, 87, died peacefully at home on January 13, 2019. George was born in the Bronx, NY on November 11th, 1931, to Madeline and Frank Sussingham. He was raised by his grandparents, George and Mary Schroff. Growing up during the Great Depression was not easy, however George never lost his positive spirit and close bond with his family. During the Korean War (1951-55) he served in the U.S Navy on the Destroyer U.S.S Cone. George was married to Kathleen Cohane for 48 years. He worked as a chemical engineer for Duracell Batteries for 25 years and then Varta Batteries for 15 years. George is survived by his loving family, his son Frank (Annmarie), his two grandsons: John and Brian, his brother Jerry and sisters Madeline (Hall), and Ruth (Hatley), in-laws Gerry and Sally Cohane, Marion (Duffy) Cohane and Mary Cohane and numerous loving nieces and nephews-Sussingham and Cohane. He was predeceased by his wife Kathleen, sister Frances (Robinson), nephew John R. Cohane and in-laws John & Vera Cohane, Frank Cohane, Marion & Dick Peterson, Laura & Anthony Jones. Calling Hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 4 to 8pm Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial, Annunciation Church, 470 Westchester Avenue, Crestwood on Friday January 18 at 10 am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to WoundedWarriorProject.org
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Ruth Hatley & Madeleine Hall says
January 16, 2019 at 2:41 pmYou’re sisters were upset by the news. We miss you.
Brian McKnight says
January 17, 2019 at 9:52 amOur deepest condolences at this time of Uncle George’s passing. We will always remember his great humor .
RIP . Ronnie and Brian McKnight and family.
Morgan Hatley says
January 17, 2019 at 10:45 amThe Hatley family sends there condolences. Very sorry for your loss, He was a great man and will be dearly missed.
Dick Robinson says
January 17, 2019 at 5:35 pmMy deepest condolences. George and Kathleen were so good to Fran and myself. They babysat for us with with Rick, we loved them and always enjoyed their company.. Your parents were special people and are greatly missed.
Jim Robinson and family says
January 17, 2019 at 5:48 pmNancy, I and my family send our deepest sympathy. I hope it is comforting to know that your Dad is united with your Mom in Heaven’s embrace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.