Lincoln Hession, 76
Lincoln Hession, 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. He endured every stage of his illness with an unbreakable, lighthearted spirit that will be remembered always.
Born and raised in Stapleton, Staten Island, Lincoln was the eighth of thirteen siblings—a role he carried with pride throughout his life. He spent his early years working at his cousin’s candy store and graduated from Curtis High School in 1968. He worked at Manufacturers Hanover Trust before answering the call to serve his country.
At just 19 years old, Lincoln was drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He deployed to Vietnam in March of 1970 and was wounded in Cambodia on June 1, 1970, when his infantry unit came under enemy fire. He sustained injuries from shrapnel caused by a rocket-propelled grenade, which permanently affected his mobility. He was never able to bend his right knee again. For his bravery and sacrifice, Lincoln was awarded the Purple Heart, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal. Following his honorable discharge, he worked for Reynolds Security and then as a clerk for the United States Postal Service until his retirement.
Lincoln shared 53 beautiful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Theresa (née Ciardiello). High school sweethearts, they built a life together in Lower Todt Hill, Staten Island, where they raised their family and created a home filled with love. He was a devoted father to Aja Eisenhardt and her husband Paul, the late Jimmy Hession, and Jade Wuy and her husband Roger. He was a proud and adoring grandfather to Jimmy and Kayleigh, who brought him immense joy.
Lincoln spent 11 years living in Howell, New Jersey, before returning to Staten Island. In his later years, he was cared for with compassion at the Menlo Park Veterans Memorial Home.
A simple, peaceful man who never complained, Lincoln found his greatest happiness in being surrounded by family and friends. He was a loyal fan of the New York Mets and New York Giants, enjoyed his daily coffee, and could often be found working on word searches or crossword puzzles. He loved watching Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune, and looked forward each day to checking his scratch-off tickets and lottery numbers. A passionate music fan, Lincoln knew every word to countless songs, especially those by The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, The Who, and other classic rock legends.
He is survived by his loving siblings Nicky (Phyllis) Hession, Gail (the late David) Shaw, and Lenny (Michele) Hession. He was predeceased by his siblings Margaret (the late Vincent) Monaco, MaryAnn (Ronald) Cavagnaro, Babe (Liz) Hession, Patricia (Joey) Marsala, Jojo (the late Ralph) LoPresti, Linda Hession, Kathleen (Doug) Adams, Martin Hession, and Arlene (Roger) Montalvo, as well as his parents, James and Josephine Hession. He is also survived by his 6 cherished sister-in-laws, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Lincoln will be deeply missed and forever remembered for his quiet strength, enduring love for his family, and the warmth he brought to those around him.