George Bruce Zoller

George Bruce Zoller passed away on June 9, 2023 at the age of 74. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Vivian Zoller and by his brother Robert Zoller. He is survived by his wife Mary Zoller, his son David Zoller (wife Jessica Baker) and grandson James Zoller. Born February 2, 1949 and raised in Yonkers, New York, his family spent many weekends and summers in Kent Cliffs, NY where George gained an appreciation of nature and the beginnings of his lifelong sense of adventure. He graduated from Gorton High School and truly enjoyed recent reunions with his classmates. A desire to see the world led him to the SUNY Merchant Marine College where he met lifelong friends and first became determined to live life his own way. After college he moved to New Orleans where he found work in the grain industry that also provided the opportunity to travel the world. Experiencing other cultures was what George loved the most with South America’s vibrant lifestyle becoming his favorite part of the world. He met Mary while setting up an office in the San Francisco Bay area. The day after their 1977 wedding in California they left for New Orleans where they expected to live for only 2 years but where they spent their entire married life. In his younger years George loved to run completing many marathons and triathlons. He enjoyed racquetball and taught Mary to play and introduced David to golf at an early age. George was known for love of cars, preferring to wear a coat and tie, baking pies, and insisting on very large breeds for the family dogs. After he retired he loved walking around the block lap after lap talking to neighbors along the way. Always keeping up with the latest sports as well as local and world news, George never hesitated to share his thoughts on any topic. George would tell you he was never wrong except once in his life when he was only temporarily mistaken. George lived life on his own terms, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of crossing paths with him. His spirit of adventure, his unwavering individuality, and his ability to bring joy to others will be cherished and remembered always. May he rest in eternal peace. A Mass celebrating the life of George B. Zoller will take place at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 6367 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans LA on Tuesday, June 20 at 1:00 pm. Reception to follow onsite. A graveside memorial will take place on Saturday, June 24, at 11 am in Union Cemetery, 2339 NY-301, Kent Cliffs, Carmel Hamlet, NY 10512, with a repast at a local restaurant following the ceremony. On July 8 the party George always wanted will take place at his home beginning at 6 pm with only smiles allowed (and lots of wine)! Contributions in George’s memory can be made to: World Central Kitchen(https://donate.wck.org/give/t509025/#!/donation/checkout) OR YMCA World Service / Ukraine humanitarian response (https://www.ymca.org/Crisis-in-Ukraine). Please note “in memory of George Zoller” in the Comments box.

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George Bruce Zoller

February 2, 1949 - June 9, 2023