1933 - 2024
OBITUARY
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of George Pellechia, 91, of Garden City Park, NY. George passed away peacefully on November 16th. A devoted husband, he is survived by his wife of 65 years, Valerie. Survived by his children, AnnaMarie, Robert (Maria), Suzanne (Rob) and a loving Papa to his grandchildren Matthew, Kaitlin, Allison and Nicole.
He is also survived by his four siblings Nicholas, Theresa, Irene and Thomas. Predeceased by his other siblings, Fred, Rose, John, Willie and Arthur.
Born and raised In Brooklyn, New York, George served honorably in the US Army. He was employed by S&H Green Stamps for 30+ years. In addition to spending much time with his family, he also dedicated his time as a member, usher and lector of Holy Spirit Church in NHP, the Knights of Columbus (PGK #2852), President of the Garden City Park Civic Association, coach of PBC baseball and basketball. He was a diehard Brooklyn Dodgers and NY Rangers fan as well as a lifelong Gil Hodges fan.
He had a big heart and always was willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it.
Visitation New Hyde Park Funeral Home, www.nhpfh.com
VISITATION
Wednesday, November 20
2:00 - 4:30 PM & 7:00 - 9:30 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Thursday, November 21
9:30 AM
Holy Spirit R.C. Church
500 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park, NY
INTERMENT
St. Charles Cemetery
2015 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS
Please make donations in George's name to:
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The Gladiator Fund
P.O. Box 100
2nd Avenue
New Hyde Park, NY 11040