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John attended Harvard Business School for a year and a half before serving in the U.S. Navy from 1952 to 1955. He was a Lieutenant Junior Grade aboard the USS Edmonds DE406 during the Korean War. Following his military service, he returned to Harvard and earned his MBA.
John had a successful business career spanning over 30 + years. He started with Allied Chemical in 1956 and moved on to work at McKinsey and Co., HK Porter and Phelps Dodge Industries where he served as group Vice President. He eventually retired as CEO of Axel Johnson Inc., and industrial conglomerate, in 1989.
In retirement, John led an active and fulfilling life. He served on the board of trustees at St. Lawrence University and Westchester Community College Foundation, where he co-chaired the Endowment Committee. He also served as President of the Board at The Children's Village, Lawrence Hospital, and the Bronxville School. Additionally, John was a former President of Siwanoy Country Club.
John was an avid sports fan and had a deep love for both High School and College Athletics. He traveled the country following his beloved Amherst, St. Lawrence and Sarah Lawrence basketball teams compete. He would often show up, unannounced at his grandkids' games to show his support.
John will be dearly missed, but his family takes solace in the long and purposeful life he lived.
John is survived by his wife of 56 years, Madryn, his son, John W. Priesing Jr., his daughter in-law, Erin Priesing, and two grandchildren, Mac and Elle Priesing. A service will be held at the Reformed Church,
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in John's honor to The Children's Village
Memorial Service: 11 am, Friday, February 7, 2025 at The Reformed Church of Bronxville
In Lieu of Flowers: Contributions may be made in John's honor to The Children's Village
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Ellen Byrne
February 5, 2025
I have had the honor of knowing John for 50 yrs. John Jr and my son Ryan were classmates and teammates.. John had said to me 3 yrs ago, "Don´t let the old man in" and I will never forget the impact that made on me. John Priesing was a true gentleman and a dear friend. Respectfully, Ellen Byrne
Kathy Mulligan Lord
January 29, 2025
A good man. He will be sorely missed. Kathy Mulligan Lord
Keith from Phoenix
January 29, 2025
Always came into the gym with a smile on his face and remembered everyone and everything about them. It was an honor and please to know him! He will be missed!!
Nancy McKenna
January 29, 2025
John was someone who always brought a smile to my face whenever I saw him at an event in Bronxville, which was frequently since he was such a wonderful patron of so many causes and events. He was warm, engaging, always interested in what others had to say, and so interesting to talk to. He will be sorely missed. Nancy McKenna
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