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HARRY HOHN Obituary
84, of White Plains, NY, died August 25th 2016 with his family by his side after a short illness. Mr. Hohn was a successful executive and attorney with New York Life Insurance Company for 41 years. Born March 1, 1932, he was the son of the late Viola (Meehan) and Harry George Hohn Sr. of Pelham, NY. Mr. Hohn earned a Bachelor of Science degree from New York University, a Master of Law degree from New York University Graduate School of Law, and a Doctor of Law degree from Fordham University School of Law, where he was also the editor of the Fordham Law Review. Mr. Hohn began his career at New York Life Insurance Company (NYL) in 1956 as an attorney in the legal department. Mr. Hohn became Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of NYL in August 1990 and held those positions until his retirement in 1997. Mr. Hohn was a former member of the Scarsdale Golf Club, Fox Meadow Tennis Club, the Union League Club and the North Fork Country Club. Mr. Hohn was active in the Nassau Point Community Association in Southold, NY, where he and his wife built and enjoyed a family compound. Mr. Hohn was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Janet La Rosa Hohn. He is survived by four daughters: Cynthia O'Leary of New York City; Jennifer Purcell of Bronxville, NY; Nancy Frehill and son-in-law Frank Frehill of Scarsdale, NY and Patricia Brehm of Scarsdale, NY; as well as twelve grandchildren: Denis, Kendal and Connor O'Leary, Lauren and Michael Purcell, Frank, James, Clint and Janet Frehill and Hannah, Preston and Kyle Brehm. Mr. Hohn is also survived by his brother, Richard G. Hohn and sister-in-law Mimi of Hawley, PA; his sister Patricia Nicolaysen and brother-in-law Erik of Chappaqua, NY; his sisters-in-law Patricia La Rosa Dumke Thomas of Branford, CT and Debbie La Rosa of Tallahassee, FL; as well as eight nieces and five nephews. A funeral service will be held September 10, 2016 at 1pm at the Rye Resurrection Church, 910 Boston Post Road in Rye NY. Memorial contributions can be made in Harry Hohn's honor to CurePSP, 30 E. Padonia Road, Suite 201, Timonium, MD 21093 or online at www.CurePSP.org
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Bernard Del BELLO
September 9, 2016
Harry was an excellent lawyer and even better ceo. Enjoyed working with him and for him.
Kendal O'Leary
September 8, 2016
As a grandfather, Harry never let me forget that he loved me. Since I learned to speak, he took the time to listen to me and was always quick to share a story or a joke.
He brought the family together and all 12 of his grandkids looked forward to summers, holidays and everything in between with Grandpa. He was proud of each of us and showed up to celebrate every graduation, school performance, recital...
Linda Puleo
September 5, 2016
Mr. Hohn was the best CEO NYL ever had. His leadership showed you can get the job done and care about the people who do the work. Rest in peace.
Nancy McCabe
September 4, 2016
Harry Hohn was an excellent leader, he was approachable to his employees. He appreciated his employees and did many good things for us. Rest in peace Mr. Hohn and my deepest sympathy to his family.
James Driscoll
September 3, 2016
Harry Hohn had great leadership qualities. My sister, Margaret ( Peggy) served as his secretary for several years and admired his habit of hard work. Sympathy to his family.
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