IN MEMORIAM: George Petroff, 90;

Worked For Fine Hotels In New York

ONEONTA – George Petroff, 90, for many years doorman at fine hotels in New York City, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, at Fox Hospital.

He was born on Feb. 9, 1926, in Brooklyn, the son of Constantine and Mary (Provaznik) Petroff.

George was a wonderful husband and father.  He was a sweet, kind, and gentle man. An avid sports fan, he had a special love of baseball and was a lifelong Yankee fan.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Lena Petroff of Oneonta; and a son, George K. Petroff of Oneonta.

A memorial service will take place at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, 14 Grand Street, Oneonta, with Rev. David Mickiewicz officiating.

Burial will take place at the convenience of the family.

Donations in George’s memory are asked to be made to the Oneonta Fire Department & Emergency Squad.

Condolences to the family may be made online by visiting our website: www.grummonsfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home of Oneonta.