John W. Harrison of Laurel died on April 6, 2022 at his home. He was 100 years old.
He was born on April 29, 1921 in Brooklyn to Katherine (Milton) and William Harrison. He graduated from Bushwick High School in Brooklyn. After high school, he joined the U.S. Navy and served during World War II from 1942 to 1945 attaining the rank of Yeoman Second Class. After the military he went on to attend Pace University in New York City where he attained his bachelors degree.
He worked for Ogilvy and Mather, Inc. in New York City for 26 years and retired as the treasurer and chief financial officer. He was a member of the New Hyde Park School Board from 1963 to 1966.
He was predeceased by his wife Marion. He is survived by his children John C. (Barbara) and Daniel E. (Allison) and grandchildren, John A. and Christopher E.
Graveside services with U.S. Navy Honors will be held on Saturday, April 30 at 11 a.m. at Cutchogue Cemetery, 30472 Main Road, Cutchogue, New York 11935, officiated by Reverend George Summers. In lieu of flowers, donations to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York 10306, would be appreciated.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck.
