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IN MEMORIAM

Jeffrey E. Hahn, 76, Laurens;

Former School Superintendent

LAURENS – Jeffrey E. Hahn of Laurens, a 40-year educator nd former Laurens Central School superintendent, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021, at his home, with his wife, Corinne, by his side.

He was born Aug. 10, 1944, in Syracuse, the son of the late Edward and Marie (Sheldon) Hahn.

Jeff worked as an educator for more than 40 years. He began his teaching career in Huntington. After serving as Laurens superintendent, he retired as deputy superintendent of ONC BOCES.  In retirement, he worked with future teachers at Hartwick College’s Education Department.

While on Long Island, he spent several summers working as a policeman in Northport Harbor.

Jeff generously gave of his time to help others. He was an active member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Laurens, and a dedicated organizer and volunteer in its food pantry.

Other organizations in which he was actively involved included the Oneonta Concert Association, Hunger Coalition of Otsego County, Saturday’s Bread, and Literacy Volunteers of Otsego and Delaware Counties.

Jeff was a wonderful loving and gentle husband, father, grandfather and father-in-law. Spending time with his family brought him great joy and he adored his seven grandchildren.

In addition to Corinne, his wife of 45 years, Jeff is survived by his children, Jason (Laura) and Kate (Joe); grandchildren, Leo, Ani, Nathalie, Christophe, Jacob, Violette and Pennelope; brother, Richard Hahn; sister, Aletha (Scot) Longley; and many other close family members.

There will be no services at this time. Future plans will be made at the convenience of the family.

For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Matthew Lutheran Church Food Pantry, P.O. Box 217, Laurens, NY 13796, in loving memory of Jeffrey Hahn.

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6 Comments

  1. I’m so honored to have known Jeff and devastated to hear of his passing. He was a wonderful man and we were so lucky to have him as our Superintendent at Laurens.

  2. So sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of Mr. Hahn reading to the Kindergarteners at Laurens. Our daughter loved Mr. Hahn and would run to him and hug his ‘knees” every time she saw him. Out prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to his family.
    The Laraby’s

  3. So sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of Mr. Hahn reading to the Kindergarteners at Laurens. Our daughter loved Mr. Hahn and would run to him and hug his ‘knees” every time she saw him. Our prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to his family.
    The Laraby’s

  4. So sorry Corrine. He did so much for sooo many people. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and the family.

  5. I am so sorry of your loss, I had fond memories of Mr. Hahn at the
    Lauren’s Central High School. He was my former superintendent 33 years as well. He was always a cheerful Principal, I was a former student in the late 80s & early 90s
    I am just sharing some encouragement with this scripture
    in John 5: 28,29 There is a real hope being united with our loved ones in Paradise on the earth. I do hope everything goes well and
    send my condolences goes out to his family !

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