Jack Bussa

November 2, 2021

Jack Frank Bussa of Brooklyn, New York, passed away on All Souls Day, November 2, 2021, at the age of 83. After a battle with cancer, Jack died peacefully with his beloved wife of 58 years, Helene, by his side. Jack was the youngest of four siblings and was born in Brooklyn on August 6, 1938. From an early age, Jack worked to help his mother Cyrstal Hasseck support the family and carried his strong work ethic and compassionate nature with him throughout his life. He expressed happiness, kindness, and sincerity to everyone he met. Jack served in the United States Army and after completing his service, married the love of his life, Helene Chuisano in 1963. Jack was preceded in death by his brothers Harry, Jessie, and Willam, and sister Bertha. He is survived by his wife Helene Bussa; children Stephanie and Michael; and grandchildren Christina, Emily, and Jonathan. Visitation is planned for Jack on Friday, November 5th, at the Barrett Leber Funeral Home, 148 Dean Drive, Tenafly, New Jersey from 4:00-7:30 pm. All are invited to attend the funeral mass on Saturday, November 6th, beginning 10:00 am, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 10 County Road, Tenafly, New Jersey. For those who wish to honor Jack’s life, donations can be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.