Frederick J. Hohusen

Frederick J. Hohusen October 2, 1925 - June 24, 2011 Frederick J. Hohusen died on June 24, 2011 in St. Augustine, Florida. He was born October 2, 1925 in Brooklyn, NY, to Frederick P. Hohusen and Anna (Donovan) Hohusen. He and his wife of 62 years, Kathleen (Boylan) Hohusen, resided in Huntington and Wading River, NY, while raising a family, before retiring to St. Augustine, FL and Northport, ME. Serving in the U.S. Navy, Fred was a veteran of WWII. He earned degrees from St. John's Preparatory NY, SUNY Cortland, and Columbia University. As an educator, mentor, and respected wrestling coach (1952-1976) he enhanced opportunities for the students of the South Huntington School District over the years. Among his proudest accomplishments were his role in hosting an international cultural exchange of Japanese high school wrestlers in 1959, coaching regional development clinics, and witnessing the great successes of countless student-athletes. Fred was also a waterman, enjoying the independence of fishing for a living and the beauty of the saltwater environment. He spent many early mornings hauling traps, mending nets, and raking clam-flats, later passing these traditions down to his children and grandchildren. Fred is survived by his wife Kathleen, son Thomas Hohusen of Hampton Bays, NY, son Frederick Hohusen and wife Virginia of Aquebogue, NY, daughter Diane and husband John Murphy of Belfast, ME, and daughter Kathleen Widener of Southold, NY. He is also survived by his sisters Mary H.Flareau of New Port Richey, FL, and Ellen C. Siembt of Center Moriches, NY. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren David & Kenneth Hohusen, Michael, Matthew, & Melanie Widener, and Kaitlin & Yates Murphy. Fred was fortunate to be close to many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Michael Hohusen and his sisters Anne V. Poole and Gertrude C. Poole. Donations may be made in memory of Fred to Northeast Florida Community Hospice, Attention: Foundation Department, 4266 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257 (reference Bailey Family Center for Caring). A gathering of friends and family is planned for a future date. St. Johns Family Funeral Home, St. Augustine, is in charge of arrangements