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July 20,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBERS RET. LT. JOHN McBARNETTE AND P.O.
RALPH ZAMPELLA |
Frand Crisa and Bob Valentino received the sad news in the
past 2 days of the passing of our Lifetime Members, Ret. Lt. John
McBarnett and PO Ralph Zampella.

LIFETIME MEMBER RET. LT. JOHN
McBARNETTE
7/26/1926 - 7/18/2022
We regret to
inform our members and fellow retirees of the passing of
Lifetime Member Ret. Lt. John McBarnette on
July 18th, just days short of his 96th birthday in Bradenton
FL. John was appointed to the Transit Police on May 16, 1965 and
retired on November 13, 1988. His last assignment was in District 34
where I worked with him for many years. John was a true gentleman in
all respects. May he Rest in Peace.
The photo was taken when John was the Desk Officer
on the 1st Platoon tour in District 34.
Funeral details from
Bob Valentino leftybowler0601@gmail.com as
received from the family:
VISITATION
Saturday July 30, 2022 at 10:00am-11:00 am
St. Wilfred Episcopal Church, 3773 Wilkinson Road, Sarasota, FL
34233 (941) 924-7436 http://www.stwilfred-sarasota.com/
FUNERAL SERVICE Saturday July 30, 2022
at 11:30 am-12:30 pm St. Wilfred Episcopal Church 3773
Wilkinson Road Sarasota, FL 34233 (941) 924-7436 http://www.stwilfred-sarasota.com/
Service will be live streamed. There will be a
reception following the service.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE & BURIAL
Saturday August 6th, 2022, 11:45 am Pinelawn
Memorial Park, 2030 Wellwood Ave, Farmingdale, NY 11735
Greenlawn Division, Block 5 – Garden of Companions, Section 40
(631) 249-6100 https://www.pinelawn.com/
Reception to follow at Boyd-Spencer Funeral Home, 448
W. Main St, Babylon, NY 11702 (631) 888-9802 https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/sarasota-fl/john-mcbarnette-10851783
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083784516566
John was appointed to the N.Y.C. Transit Police on May 16,
1956 and retired on November 13, 1988. An earlier notice
indicated that John had passed and comments were made by many that
John was a gentleman's gentleman, a gracious gentleman, a caring
person, a considerate man etc.
I, along with Tony Lomanto
and Frank Crisa, had the pleasure of working with John and will
always have fond memories of those days. I am sure all who knew John
have wonderful memories of their own. He was Class personified.
Condolences may be sent to John's sister, Eileen
Bunyan 5260 97th Avenue East Bradenton, Florida 34211-3779 or via
email at Eileensez@aol.com
or to John's Daughter, via Joan email at Joanmarieroberts@Hotmail.com
Sincere condolences to the entire McBarnette family
and may "Johnny Mac," as I called him, rest in peace.
 LIFETIME MEMBER RET.
P.O. RALPH ZAMPELLA 9/29/1942 - 7/18/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. Ralph Zampella
on July 18th, at the age of 79 years in Wilson, NC. Ralph
and his wife, Judith had moved there from Staten
Island.
Ralph was appointed to the Transit Police on December
1, 1965, and retired March 19, 1979 on a disability. He also worked
in District 34 for several years.
Viewing
John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals, Inc. 28 Eltingville
Boulevard Staten Island, NY (718) 356-6363
Saturday, July 23, 2022, from 2-5 PM & 7-9 PM Service at
8PM at the Funeral Home.
Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery, Roscoe, NY.
Condolences may be sent to his wife, Judith, at 3000 Falling
Maple Dr NW, Wilson NC 27896-9006 and remembrances may be left at
the funeral home website Ralph
Zampella Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information
(scaliahome.com)
Frank Crisa and I both worked
with Ralph in District 34. He was always funny and reliable. Our
deepest condolences and sympathies to the McBarnette and Zampella
families. May their deceased loved ones Rest in
Peace. |

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July 13,
2022
WIFE OF LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. KEVIN HICKEY
and
RET. P.O. JOHN P. McCARTHY |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net

JUDITH ANN
HICKEY 07/06/1943 -07/11/2022
July 20 UPDATE: From Lou
Hollander:
A MASS/MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD THURSDAY
AUGUST 4TH AT 1:00 PM AT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. MARK, 1505
KEMPSVILLE RD. VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. 23464
Lou: It is with
deep sorrow in my heart that I have to say that Judy, my beloved
wife of almost 53 years (August 30th would have been that
anniversary) passed away last evening at 8:30 pm in our home. She
always enjoyed the Florida reunions and seeing old friends. She was
truly my better half.
This is all the information
I have, and I will not be able to send out any further information
as I am preparing to go in the hospital for back surgery tomorrow
morning (7/13). Kevin and Judy always attended our Florida reunions
even though the last few years she was in a lot of pain. As much
pain as she was in, she was always very pleasant. I and many others
will miss seeing her at the next Florida Reunion. May Judy "Rest in
Peace”
Cards can be sent to Kevin at
4725 Boxford Rd, Virginia Beach VA 23456.
Email khickey2918@yahoo.com
Our deepest
condolences and sympathies to Kevin and the Hickey family. May Judy
Rest in Peace.
Sent to us from James Kirk
lt64@aol.com as
received from Bob Papa

RET. P.O. JOHN P.
McCARTHY 3/5/1943 - 7/8/2022
We regret to inform our
members and fellow retirees of the passing of Ret. P.O.
John P. McCarthy, on July 8th, at the age of 79 years.
John was appointed to the Transit Police on July 20, 1970 and
retired in 1995.
Services took place on July
14th & 15th.
Condolences may be left at the funeral home
website: https://www.thomasfdaltonfuneralhomes.com/tributes/John-McCarthy
Our deepest condolences
and sympathies to his wife, Sarah, and the McCarthy family. May John
Rest in Peace.
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July 6,
2022
RET. P.O. STEPHEN E. O'ROURKE |
We received the sad news from Stephen's daughter Justine
O'Rourke-Sarni

RET. P.O. STEPHEN E.
O'ROURKE 9/15/1948 - 7/4/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. P.O. Stephen O'Rourke on July 4th,
at the age of 73 years. Steve was appointed to the Transit Police
on September 22, 1969 and retired on March 22, 1982. He regularly
attended our meetings and those of FOP Lodge 317.
Funeral services were held on July 9, 10, 11th:
Condolences may be left on the Funeral Home website: https://osheafuneral.com/tribute/details/5911/Stephen-O-Rourke/obituary.html#tribute-start
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to his wife, Margaret,
and the O'Rourke family. May Stephen Rest in Peace. |

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July 2,
2022
RET. P.O. JACK COLAROSSI (late
notice) |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net

RET. P.O. JACK
COLAROSSI
12-22-1945 – 6/1/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow officers of the
passing of Ret. P.O. Jack Colarossi on June 1,
2022, at the age of 76 years. Jack was appointed to NYCTPD 7/29/1968
and retired 7/21/1994. His last command was RPU. The funeral
services were private.
Jack’s obituary and tribute
wall can be located at https://tinyurl.com/39k97v86
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Colarossi
family. May Jack “Rest in Peace” |

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June 25,
2022 LIFETIME MEMBERS RET. LT. MARK S. O'KEEFE (late
notice)
RET. P.O. STANLEY CALDWELL |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
LATE OBITUARY LIFETIME MEMBER RET. LT.
MARK S. O’KEEFE 11-11-1942 – 6-3-2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow officers of the
passing of Lifetime Member, Ret. Lt. Mark O'Keefe,
on June 3rd, at the age of 79 years. Mark was appointed to the
Transit Police on 7/6/64 and retired 7/19/86. No further information
is available.
Condolences may be sent to Mark, Jr., at 14 Newell St.,
Hillsborough NJ 08844
Lou received the following email: Hi, this is Mark
O’Keefe Jr, using my dad’s email. My father, Mark S.O’Keefe, died at
Bon Secour Medical Center in Petersburg Va on June 3, 2022 at 1500
hr. He suffered from cancer.
God Bless, Mark O’Keefe Jr.
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Mark both as a
neighbor when I lived in Staten Island, and when he was a Sergeant
in Dist. 34. He got me started riding on motorcycles and we had some
fun times riding together. He was good at some practical jokes when
he worked in 34 and will always be remembered as being a good cop
and a good person.- Tony
From Charles McCray cemccray@aol.com as
received from Ben Patton & Carol Grant

LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. STANLEY
CALDWELL 1/30/1943 - 6/24/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member, Ret. PO Stanley
Caldwell, who passed away on June 24th at the age of 79
years. Stan was appointed to the Transit Police on December 1, 1965
and retired April 27, 1987.
Stanley has been in and out of the hospital for some time. He
passed yesterday evening in the hospital under hospice care.
The funeral arrangements were held on July 1st & 2nd in South
Carolina.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the O'Keefe and
Caldwell families. May Mark & Stanley Rest in
Peace. |

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June 2,
2022
RET. P.O. MICHAEL LEVESQUE and WIFE OF RET. P.O. LOUIS
PAGAN |
From Warren Deyak goalagame@cox.net
RET. P.O. MICHAEL
LEVESQUE 9/26/1957 - 05/28/2022
Tony- I am sad to relay that I received a call that Ret.
P.O. Mike Levesque passed away on May 28th. Mike worked his
entire career in District 30. He was 64 years old. I believe he came
on the job in 1985 and retired in 2005. He was a great guy and I
will always have fond memories of working with him. I believe
funeral services have already been held.
In checking Lou Hollander's database, we do not have his
appointment or retirement dates. Mike was not a member of the
Retirees Association.
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
who received this DIF from Louie

CECILIA PAGAN, WIFE OF RET. P.O. LOUIS
PAGAN
Hi Lou, I come with a heavy heart to inform you that my wife
Cecilia has gone to be with the Lord. Thank
you.
This is all the information I have. I did not have Louie’s phone
number to contact him. Louie & Cecilia were always at the
Florida Reunion until they moved to TX, Condolences can be
emailed to Louie at LouPagan53@yahoo.com
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Levesque
and Pagan families. May Michael and Cecilia Rest in
Peace.
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May 31, 2022 LIFETIME
MEMBER RET. LT. ARNOLD SALZBERG (late notice) |
President Mike Lanning received this sad news from Arnold's
daughter, Cheryl Bowers.
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. LT. ARNOLD SALZBERG
(late notice) 01/16/1934 - 01/25/2022
We regret to inform our members of the passing of
Lifetime Member Ret. Lt. Arnold Salzberg, on
January 25th, 2022, at the age of 88 years after a long illness.
Arnold was appointed to the Transit Police on July 6, 1964 and
retired June 10,1990. I believe his last command was District
20.
Services were held shortly after his passing and he leaves
behind, his wife, Florence, and his daughters, Cheryl, and
Jacalyn.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Salzberg
family. May Arnold Rest in Peace. |
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May 26,
2022
RET. P.O. VICTOR ANNALORO
From Lou
Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from John Novack
RET. P.O. VICTOR
ANNALORO 6/27/1943 - 05/19/2022
It is with great sadness that I inform you that Victor
Annaloro passed away on May 19,2022 of a heart attack. He
had been fighting numerous health problems for many years. His wife
and best friend, Gehette, passed away 2 ½ years ago unexpectedly
from cancer and he missed her terribly. They were preparing to
celebrate the marriage of their only child, Nina Annaloro, a
Registered Nurse.
After her mother's sudden passing Nina
postponed her wedding to her fiancé George, put her life on hold and
took care of her father until his unexpected death.
Vic was a member of the class of Dec. 1, 1965. He was assigned to
District 5, then on Jan. 1, 1970, moved to District 1 and ended
his career in the O.U. where he worked from 1979 until he
retired in December 1985.
Vic started another career as the Supervisor of Security for the
Limited, a chain of clothing stores, until his retirement from the
chain. Vic had a breadth of knowledge of obscure facts and history.
He had a large following on Facebook where he shared his knowledge
and honest comments on life and politics. Vic also was an avid
photographer and loved to share his photography. He was a noted
historian of the Flushing area having been born and raised in the
area he continued to love, and live in, until his passing. He was
known affectionately as "The Mayor of Flushing". He will be
missed
John P. Novak
Our deepest condolences and
sympathies to the Annaloro family. May Victor Rest in
Peace.
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May 17,
2022 RET. P.O. WAYNE BROCK (late
notice) |
Thanks to Michele Stromer lidoky@aol.com (as per
NYPD) for bringing this to our attention
 RET. P.O. WAYNE BROCK (late
notice) 06/18/1956 - 03/15/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. P.O. Wayne Brock, on March 15, 2022
at the age of 65 years. Wayne was appointed to the Transit Police
on January 29, 1982 and retired March 29, 2002. His last assignment
was in District 20.
Next of kin is his wife, Regina.
No further details issued.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to Regina and the
Brock family. May Wayne Rest in Peace.
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May 15,
2022 RET. P.O. RONALD BECK |
From Charles McCray cemccray@aol.com
RET. P.O. RONALD BECK 04/23/1943
- 05/14/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of
the passing of Ret. P.O. Ronald Beck on May 14th,
at the age of 79 years. We have no appointment date, but he
retired on June 21, 1985.
From Charles: I regretfully inform members and
friends of the passing today of of Ret. P.O. Ronald
Beck. Ronald is survived by two brothers, Ret. Lt. Richard
Beck (former President of NYTP Guardians) and Ret. Lt. Gary Beck,
who worked in The Bronx.
Ronald has asked to be cremated. No other details at the
present time.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to
the Beck family. May Ronald Rest in Peace. I remember working with
Ron in the O/U in the late '60s when I was there on R/D. -
Tony |

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May 14,
2022
RET. P.O. ROBERT
PUK |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
RET. P.O. ROBERT PUK 9/23/1942 -
5/7/2022
Robert was appointed to NYCTPD 11/4/1966 and retired
from NYPD (date unknown). I believe he worked in District 11.
Obituary Information and Memory Wall on Funeral Home Webpage
www.currygiordanofh.com/memorials/robert-puk/4924499
Our
deepest condolences and sympathies to the Puk family. May Robert
Rest in Peace. |

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May 6,
2022
RET. P. O. DAVID SLOCUM |
From Charles McCray cemccray@aol.com
RET. P.O. DAVID SLOCUM
8/20/1930 -
05/04/2022
Dear members and friends. We regret to
inform you of the passing of our member Ret. P.O. David Slocum.
David passed peacefully Wednesday morning during hospice care at
home. David was 91 yrs. of age.
David was appointed to the
Transit Police on May 18, 1955 and retired March 18, 1980.
Services were held on Friday, May 13, 2022 in Decatur
GA. Viewing 10 AM followed by Services at 11 AM
May David Rest in Peace . Condolences may be sent to Charity
Baptist Church.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to
the Slocum family. May David Rest in Peace. |

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April 26,
2022
WIFE OF LIFETIME MEMBER RET. DET.
JOHN CLINTON |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net as
received from Artie Giammarino artie911@aol.com
A
Funeral mass was held on Friday April 29, 2022, at Sacred Heart
Church, 26 Still Road in Monroe, NY followed by burial at
Maryrest Cemetery, 25 Seminary Road, Mahwah, NJ.
You can feel
free to list 845-782-8708 if anyone would like to reach out to my
dad and our home address of 31 Amy Todt Drive, Monroe, NY 10950. You
can also list the following email for emails for Dad kmclint@gmail.com
Our
deepest condolences and sympathies to John and the Clinton family.
May Dolores Rest in Peace. |

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April 22,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. PHILIP
REILLY |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from Phil's friend Miriam Conway mirden1953@gmail.com
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. PHILIP
REILLY 8/11/1936 - 4/21/22
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member, Ret. P.O. Philip
Reilly, on April 21st, while at the Bronx VA Hospital. He
was appointed December 1, 1965, and retired January 1,1986.
Phil was also on the Association's Legislative Committee for
several years fighting for the VSF with Tony Piazza, John Rini, and
John Giangrasso
From Miriam: He was just a wonderful person and the best
friend I ever had. I will miss him deeply. Condolences can be sent
to me at Phil’s email address above. I am extremely despondent as he
was the best friend I ever had.
As far as funeral details, Philip will be buried at Long Island
National Cemetery in East Farmingdale, NY. Still not sure of the
date yet.
Condolences may also be sent to Phil's sister, Mary Kathleen
Reilly 21723 Woodland Crest Drive., Woodland Hills CA 91364
Our deepest condolences to Miriam, Mary Kathleen, and the Reilly
family. May Philip Rest in Peace. |

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April 19,
2022
A BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE TO BRENDAN 'JOE'
McGARRY |
From the Retirees Association Chaplain Rabbi Harry
Berkowitz
"What does the Lord require of you? But to do justice, and to
love kindness, and to walk humbly" (Micha 6, 8).
My dear and beloved friend,
G-d instructed society to appoint judges in order to preserve
justice in society. But for justice to truly be adjudicated, society
is obligated to appoint police officers to insure that the laws are
respected.
Joe, you represented what G-d had in mind. You truly were an
appendage of G-d spiritually and morally. We all know that it takes
a special person to deal with the day-to-day enforcement of the laws
in preserving the quality of life in society. It is not only the
education, but the gift of understanding on how to properly face the
daily challenges of policing. You were G-d's training officer.
I, personally, will cherish the memory of the wonderful joy you
and your bagpipers brought at all of my childrens' weddings. The
"Luck of the Irish" enhancing our Jewish weddings!
May G-d grant comfort to your beloved family and extended
families as we all grieve your passing. But we take comfort in the
privilege of the opportunity we had in sharing your life with us.
May your name be an eternal blessing for the kindness and
happiness you brought to so many countless people in all walks of
life.
May your soul be bound in the bond of eternal life!
With many tears shed, I, like so many, will miss you.
With my deepest sympathies,
Rabbi Harry Berkowitz Ret. Chief Chaplain New York City
Transit Police Department NY State MTAPD
Currently Chief Chaplain NYS Fraternal Order of
Police |

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April 18,
2022
RET. SGT. STANLEY KAMUDA |
From !st VP Bob Valentino leftybowler0601@gmail.com
 RET SGT. STANLEY KAMUDA 05/07/1958 -
04/16/2022
We sorrowfully regret to inform our members and fellow retirees
of the passing of Retired Sergeant Stanley Kamuda
on April 16th at the age of 63 years. Stan was appointed to the
New York City Transit Police 10-20-81 and retired in 2002
From Bob: Stan was a unique guy who loved his family and
cared so much for his fellow officers. He was always a gracious
gentleman, a very hard working cop who was loved by all members of
the TPD and the NYPD. I only worked with him for 6 years in TPF but
they were 6 of the best years that I had on the job. Stan always had
my back along with so many others during those years. He was like a
big teddy bear...so easy to love. I, and so many others, will miss
you my dear friend. Until we meet again.
Condolences may be sent to his wife Lenore, his daughters Julia
and Anna, at 71-04 60th Street Maspeth, NY 11378 or at the
funeral home website https://arthursfuneralhome.com/condolences
Services
took place on April 19th & 20th.
Our deepest
condolences and sympathies to the Kamuda family. May Stanley Rest in
Peace. |

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April 15,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. BRENDAN "JOE"
McGARRY |
We are very sad to report the passing of a good friend and a
Lifetime Member of this Association. I had the honor of serving as
the Lodge State Trustee with Joe who was the President of FOP Lodge
317 for many years. May he Rest in Peace.

LIFETIME MEMBER RET. POLICE OFFICER BRENDAN “JOE”
McGARRY 06/30/1947
– 04/14/2022
We sorrowfully
regret to inform all our members, our friends, and their families of
the passing of one of the "legends" of the Transit Police
Department, Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. Brendan 'Joe'
McGarry, on Thursday, April 14th, 2022. Joe had been
suffering a very long time with a cancer that started on his only
kidney, led to surgery, and further treatments for the cancer that
had spread through his body.
Joe was a
fighter all the way, keeping to his Marine Spirit, and never giving
up. Ultimately, his treatments started causing serious side effects
that ultimately caused Joe to reluctantly stop his treatment and
decided to remain home with his wonderful family who had been giving
their father loving care. Thankfully, his family members were at his
side when he passed away.
Joe was a
unique person who cared very much for his family and all fellow
officers. He was well liked by all ranks in the Department and had
the reputation of standing up for his men and women as a Delegate in
District 1 to the Transit then NYPD PBAs. He would go out of
his way to help whenever and wherever possible and was a mentor to
many officers. He started a relationship with Sloan-Kettering
Hospital in NYC and, when needed, all it took was a phone call to
get that person in for examination and treatment. Joe was appointed
to the Transit Police on December 26,1972 and retired under the
Heart Bill September 30, 2005.
Services took
place on April 21st to 23rd.
In lieu of
flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to The Tunnel to
Towers Foundation in memory of Brendan McGarry (do
not use Joe, please) The form can be downloaded here: In
Memory of Online Form (t2t.org)
Condolences may be sent
to Joe's daughter, Colleen Kobayashi, 90 Merritt St.,
Lindenhurst NY 11757 and she will pass it on to her brothers and
sisters.
You may also post at the funeral home website when
his name is posted Bellmore Funeral Home: Since
1940 - Bellmore Funeral Home
Joe was a very good friend, not only to myself, but
to many others in the Transit Police Department. Your suffering is
over, Joe, may you Rest in
Peace.
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March 24,
2022 UPDATE OF SERVICES FOR RET. LT. FREDERICK BODIE & RET.
DET. DWAYNE SIMMONS |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
& Charles McCray cemccray@aol.com
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. LT. FREDERICK
BODIE Services for Lifetime Member Ret. Lt.
Frederick "Fred" Bodie, took place on Friday, April 8th
Condolences may be sent to The Frederick Bodie Family, 626
Elton Street, Brooklyn NY 11208
RET. DET. DWAYNE SIMMONS
A Celebration of Lifetook place on Friday, April 8th at 11:00
AM at the Grissom Funeral Home located at 803 West Emmett Street,
Kissimmee, FL |
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March 13,
2022
RET. SGT. ROBERT
LICORISH |
From Charles McCray cemccray@aol.com as
sent by NYPD
RET. SGT. ROBERT
LICORISH 09/27/1964 - 03/09/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. Sgt. Robert Licorish on March 9th,
at the age of 57 years. Robert was appointed to the Transit
Police on January 21, 1985 and retired from NYPD on January 24,
2005. He was assigned to District 33.
Services took place on March 19th at Roy GIlmore Funeral Home,
191-02 Linden Blvd., St. Albans NY followed by burial at Plain View
Cemetery in Hicksville NY
Next of kin: His wife, Michelle
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to Michelle and the
Licorish family. May Robert Rest in Peace. |

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March 11, 2022 LIFETIME MEMBERS RET. SGT. EUGENE BURNS & RET. DET.
RICHARD COTE (late notice) |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from Richie Stumph rjstumpf@optonline.net
RET. SGT. EUGENE “GENE”
BURNS 11/9/1942 – 3/6/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member, Ret. Sgt. Eugene "Gene"
Burns, on March 6th, at the age of 79 years. Gene was
appointed to the NYCTPD on 12/1/1965 and retired 4/26/1986. I
believe his last command was District 12.
Services took place on March 10th.
Donations may be made in Gene’s memory to The Joe Raso Hospice
Residence, 415 Buena Vista Rd, New City, NY 10956.
Condolences may be sent to his daughter Debbie Reilly at 22
Walter Drive, Stony Point NY 10980-2446
From Lou Hollander as received from Dan Nieroda nierodalaw@hotmail.com
RET. DET. RICHARD COTE 1/5/1941
3/3/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member, Ret. Det. Richard Cote,
on March 3rd, at the age of 81 years from complications from lung
cancer. Richard was appointed to NYCTPD 6/21/1965 and retired
7/12/1984. He was a 3rd grade Det.
His remains will be cremated, and a service will follow sometime
in the Summer.
Condolences may be sent to his daughter, Dawn Sawitsky, at dawn.sawitsky@gmail.com.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Burns and Cote
families. May the deceased loved ones Rest in Peace. |

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March 10,
2022
RET. P.O. RICHARD ORNSTEIN (late
notice) |
Another incidence of returned mail revealing a member's
passing.
RET. P. O. RICHARD ORNSTEIN (late
notice) 1948 -8/20/2021
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. P.O. Richard Ornstein, on August
20, 2021, at the age of 73 years. I called his brother, Jack
Armstrong, when mail addressed to Richard, was returned by the Post
Office and marked "Deceased." Jack informed us that Richard had
cancer and other complications that led to his passing last
year.
Richard was appointed to the Transit Police in January 1968 and
retired on a disability in 1975.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to Jack and the
Ornstein family. May Richard Rest in Peace. |

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March 6,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET.
P.O. JOSEPH FRATINARDO (late notice) |
When his email bounced back as unknown, we called his home.
His wife, Maureen, informed us that Joe had a heart attack and
passed away on December 21, 2019.
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. JOSEPH
FRATINARDO 4/26/1942 – 12/21/2019
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. Joseph
Fratinardo on December 21, 2019, at the age of 77 years
from a heart attack. Joe was appointed to the Transit Police on
February 15, 1966, and retired on a disability, September 8,
1977.
Condolences may be sent to Maureen at 1310 Views Way, Pomona NY
10970-3582
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to Maureen and the
Fratinardo family. May Joseph Rest in Peace. |

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March 4,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET.
P.O. WILLIAM MILLIGAN (late notice) |
As a result of our recent emailing to the members, we were
notified that his email address was not valid and subsequently
deleted. I called the phone number on record and his wife, Eileen,
informed us that Bill had passed away in November, 2020.
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. WILLIAM MILLIGAN
(late notice) 7/31/1938 - 11/8/2020
We regret to inform our members of the passing of
Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. William Milligan on
November 8, 2020 at the age of 82 years because of mesothelioma from
his previous work before his appointment to the Transit Police
Department. Bill was appointed on December 1, 1965 and retired on a
disability on December 1, 1970.
Our deepest condolences to his wife, Eileen, and the Milligan
family. May Bill Rest in Peace. |

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March 2,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER AND FORMER TREASURER, RET. LT.
FREDERICK "FRED" BODIE |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
and Charles McCray cemccray@aol.com
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. LT. FREDERICK
"FRED" BODIE 4/11/1923 – 3/1/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member Ret. Lt. Frederick "Fred" Bodie, on March
1st, at the age of 98 years. Lt. Bodie was appointed to the Transit
Police on April 4, 1955 and retired May 11, 1976. After retirement,
Fred joined the Retirees Association and during his membership, was
the Treasurer for many years until his retired in the mid
'90s.
From Charles: We sorrowfully inform you of the
passing of life member Ret. Lt. Frederick Bodie. Fred had been
transferred to the VA Hospital in Manhattan Friday (after he was
found lying on the floor after a fall). We were notified by his
longtime friend and caregiver, Donna, that Fred transitioned earlier
today (March 1st). Fred was the president of the scholarship
foundation until he was 94. This April Fred would have reached 99
yrs.
At this time, no services have been planned but will be posted
here if and when they are.
Our records show his daughter,
Marilyn Brenda Bodie, living at their home in Brooklyn, but we were
unable to contact her.
Our deepest condolences and
sympathies to the Bodie family. May Fred Rest in Peace.
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February 24,
2022 RET. P.O. JEFFREY "JEFF" HARDMAN |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from Tom DePrisco TOMTRANSIT@aol.com
 RET. P.O. JEFFREY “JEFF” HARDMAN 2/4/1947
– 2/18/2022
We regret tp inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. P.O. Jeffrey "Jeff" Hardman on
February 18th, at the age of 75 years. Jeff was appointed to NYCTPD
10/1/1973 and retired 2/2/1994.
Services at Merritt Funeral Home, Spring Hill Chapel.
352-686-6649
Viewing on Monday, February 28th from 6-8 PM and a Funeral Mass
at the Chapel on Tuesday, March 1st at 10:00 AM
Funeral information and guest book can be viewed on the Funeral
Home web page https://www.merrittfuneral.com/obituary/Jeffrey-Hardman
Our
deepest condolences and sympathies to the Hardman family. May Jeff
“Rest in Peace” |

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February 17,
2022 RET. DET. DWAYNE SIMMONS |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from Richard Saunders cwousa@cfl.rr.com
 RETIRED
DET. DWAYNE A. SIMMONS 4/8/1950 – 0/2/15/2022
It is with great sadness to inform you of the passing of my
Brother Retired Det. Dwayne A. Simmons 15 February
2022. He passed away peaceably in his sleep. A memorial service will
be planned at a future date.
Dwayne was appointed to NYCTPD 11/28/1977 and retired from NYPD
as a 1st Grade Detective, working Brooklyn South, homicide after the
merge. Condolences can be sent to Sharon Simmons email ssimmons2@cfl.rr.com or phone
407-744-2699.
Our deepest condolences to Sharon, Richard,
and the Simmons family. May Dwayne Rest in Peace. |

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February 16,
2022
RET. P.O. RICHARD
BURNS |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from Arnie Fisher arnoldfisher@hotmail.com
 RET. P.O. RICHARD
BURNS 3/31/1933 - 2/14/2022
Hi Lou,
It is with a very heavy heart that I am passing this on.
Ret. PO Richard Burns passed away on Valentine’s
day. This was a man of many talents the best of which was his
ability to make everyone a friend. He was an amazing painter,
not the house kind, and a tremendous cook. Rich came on the
job in "66 (I think it was Sept. but I'm not sure. He retired
in Jan.1986, I believe. I worked with Rich when he was in
Transit/OU. He was the hardest worker I ever saw; he did the
work of 10 men. Many times he would regale us with tales from his
military time in Germany and Korea. He maintained a friendship
with NYPD Chief Murphy re their relationship when they were both in
the same orphanage. It is also where Rich met the young girl that he
would marry, Nancy, who predeceased him by several years. Rich also
left a rich police legacy - One of his sons, Edward (Eddie), and a
grandson, Michael, became members of NYPD. He will be missed
by MANY.
Richard was appointed to the Transit Police on November 4, 1966
and retired January 2, 1986
Services took place on February
17th & 18th.
For those that want to send either Mass or condolences cards they
can be addressed to the Burns family at 46 3rd Street, Ronkonkoma,
NY 11779
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Burns family.
May Richard Rest in Peace. |

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February 10,
2022
RET.
P.O. FRANK MOLINARI (late notice) |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from NYPD
RET. P.O. FRANK
MOLINARI 12/14/1946 – 1/23/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees
of the passing of Ret. P.O. Frank Molinari on
January 23rd, at the age of 75 years. Frank was appointed to the
Transit Police on February 11, 1974 and retired February 13,
1994.
Services took place on February
11th
Our deepest condolences and
sympathies to the Molinari family. May Frank Rest in
Peace. |

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February 9,
2022
RET. P.O. MICHAEL A. BROZZOSKI (late
notice)
From Lou Hollander
keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from NYPD
RET. P.O. MICHAEL A.
BROZZOSKI 6/15/1968 - 1/9/2022
We regret to inform our members and
fellow retirees of the passing of Ret. P.O. Michael
A. Brozzoski on January 9th, at the age of 53
years. Michael was appointed to the Transit Police on January
13,1993 and retired from NYPD on January 13, 2013.
No information was given as to
services.
I believe he is the son of Lifetime
Member Ret. P.O. Michael J. Brozzoski. I tried calling Mike but no
answer or reply to our email.
Our deepest condolences and
sympathies to the Brozzoski family. May Michael Rest in
Peace. |
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February 8,
2022
RET. P.O. GERALD "JERRY" FERGUSON
and
FORMER RET. P.O. LEONARD SWANSON |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from NYPD.
RET. P.O. GERALD "JERRY"
FERGUSON 01/28/1943 - 02/03/2022
We regret to
inform our members and fellow retirees of the passing of
Ret. P.O. Gerald "Jerry" Ferguson on February 3rd,
at the age of 79 years. Jerry was appointed to the Transit Police on
June 21, 1965 and retired September 7, 1990.
Services were
held on February 9th, with burial in Orange County Veterans Cemetery
in Goshen NY.
Next of kin is his wife, Marie Elena
FORMER TP RET. P.O. LEONARD
SWANSON
As recieved from NYPD Police Commissioner Keechant L.
Sewell
To the Members of the New York City Police Department:
It
is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of
Police Officer Leonard Swanson. Leonard served with
the NYPD for 19 years, first in Transit District 3 and most recently
in the 30 Precinct. We pray for Leonard’s family, friends, and
fellow officers. As we vow to never forget his service to our
department and New Yorkers, we hope that memories of Leonard comfort
his loved ones. Keechant L. Sewell Police
Commissioner
We do not have any information available as to
his date of passing, his appointment or retirement dates, or for any
services planned.
Our deepest condolences to the Ferguson
and Swanson familes. May their deceased loved ones Rest in
Peace. |

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February 4,
2022
RET. DET. DANIEL
McCRAY |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from NYPD.
RET. DET. DANIEL McCRAY 9/4/1937
- 01/19/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. Det. Daniel McCray on Wednesday,
January 19th, at the age of 84 years. Daniel was appointed to the
Transit Police on November 28, 1967 and retired July 16, 1988.
Services took place on February 6th:
His next of kin is
his wife, Jonnie Sears-McCray
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to Jonnie and the
McCray family. May Daniel Rest in Peace. |

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February 3,
2022
RET. P.O. THOMAS "TOMMY" LONG
and SON
OF RET. DET. SGT. PETE HERNANDEZ |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
 RET. P.O. THOMAS “TOMMY” LONG 4/16/1944 –
2/2/2022
I am sory to inform you of the passing of Ret.
P.O.Tommy Long. He passed at home early Wednesday
morning while under hospice care. I spoke with his wife Nancy
who informed me that Tommy’s wishes was to be creamated and not to
have any service.Tommy worked in dist 4. Was appointed to NYCTPD
7/201970 and retired 8/20/1993.
Condolences can be sent to
Nancy Long. 4920 Oat Fields Dr. Myrtle Beach. SC 29588. May
Tommy “Rest in Peace”
Hi Louie,
It is with a heavy heart that I will inform you that David, Pete
Hernandez's son, passed away yesterday at 11:08 AM. He was only 43
years old. Pete and Margie are devastated please pray for them. I
do not have any further information at this time.
Pete’s email address is Pjhernandez806@aol.com
Roger
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the
Long and Hernandez families. May the deceased loved ones Rest in
Peace. |

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January 31,
2022 LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. MICHAEL "MIKE" CANADE (late
notice) |

LIFETIME
MEMBER RET. P.O.MICHAEL "MIKE" CANADE (late
notice) 11/26/1939 - 08/27/2021
We received the following email from Mike Canade's
son, Michael Anthony Canade:
I have been redirecting all the letters my dad was
receiving in Bradenton, FL to my address in Puerto Rico and I
recently received a letter from the NYC Retired TPO Association and
managed to get the website address. The primary intention was to let
you know that very sadly my father passed away in August, but when I
upload the website the first thing I see on my computer screen is an
article related to Police Memorial Day. I felt guilty for not having
notified before, I would have liked and I think my father also that
his name was on the list.
My dad's name is, or was, Michael
Allan Canade and his NYC Transit Police Badge Number: 1491. Everyone
knew him as Mike Canade. Very sadly, his body was found in
the condominium unit where he lived. This was on August 27, 2021. On
November 26, he would have been 82 years old. I was notified by the
Puerto Rico Police who in turn were notified by the Manatee County
Sheriff Office. I helped identify the body at the Manatee Medical
Examiner Office and he was cremated at Groover Funeral Home at
Mansion Memorial Park, Ellenton, Florida with a naval ceremony as he
was a NAVY veteran. This was on Sept 23, 2021.
I attached to
this email a photo of him in uniform for the date of January 09,
1967. If you need any additional information, please let me know as
long as I can also provide it.
Thank you for your time and
God Bless you, Michael Anthony Canade
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of
the passing of Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. Michael "Mike"
Canade, on August 27, 2021, at the age of 81 years. Mike
was appointed to the Transit Police on April 1, 1965 and retired
July 5, 1985. He was assigned to District 34 for many years. I spoke
to Mike a few years ago, and he told me his health was declining to
the point he had trouble walking and was basically confined to a
wheelchair.
Condolences may be sent to Mike's son, Michael
Anthony, at m.canade@yahoo.com
Frank Crisa and I had the pleasure of working with
Mike in D34 for many years. A funny story, Mike worked a steady 4-12
tour and would always show up around 1:00PM, go into the muster room
and look at the day's roll call, then start asking: "How come...?"
his assignment was as shown and not something else. He would ask why
he doesn't get the RMP and we would have to ask him if he ever put
in for it. He always said "No" and that was our answer to his
question. Mike was a fine officer, trustworthy, and respectful
in all matters. Everyone in the command got along with Mike and he
will be missed.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to
the Canade family. May he Rest in Peace. |

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January 28,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O.
JOSEPH PITTARO |
 LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. JOSEPH
PITTARO 10/01/1938 - 01/27/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. Joseph
Pittaro, also known affectionately as "Panda Bear," on
Thursday, January 27th at the age of 83 years.
Joe had been
diagnosed this past October with colon cancer after his first ever
colonoscopy. From then on, his health declined to the point where he
sold his home in Clermont FL and moved into a nursing home near his
daughter, Elizabeth, in Viera FL. While in rehab, he
suffered with pneumonia, complicated with COPD, congestive
heart failure and a blood infection and passed away.
Joe
was appointed to the Transit Police on December 1, 1965 and retired
February 28, 1987.
I spoke to his daughter, Elizabeth, who told me that no
services are being scheduled and his remains will be cremated.
Condolences may be sent to Elizabeth at 3466 Spencer Lane,
Viera FL 32940-8054 or mousey1270@aol.com
I first met Joe when he and I were Transit PBA delegates. After
retirement, he and I worked in Security at St. Francis Hospital
until he moved to Florida, and most recently, we met at one of
the Florida reunions. He always had a joke and always made you
smile. He will be missed by many fellow officers.
From
Lou Hollander: . I worked with Joe in City-wide A/C team
1. He was Eddie Vetter’s partner. He was a good guy, a
good cop, and a pleasure to be around. He always put a smile
on your face. I believe he attended all the Florida Reunions. The
above photo was taken at the 2013 Florida Reunion
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Pittaro family.
May Joseph Rest in Peace. |

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January 26,
2022 LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. IRVING PHILLIPS (late
notice) |
We recently had mail returned and further investigation from
his son, Irving, revealed that Irv had passed away
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. IRVING
PHILLIPS 02/24/1939 - 04/2020
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of
the passing of Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. Irving
Phillips in April of 2020 due to COVID. Irving was
appointed to the Transit Police on November 4, 1966, and retired
October 1, 1979. Condolences may be sent to his son,
Irving, at PO Box 6325, Somerset NJ 08875-6325 Our
deepest condolences and sympathies to the Phillips family. May
Irving Rest in Peace. |

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January 21,
2022 LIFETIME
MEMBERS RET. CAPT. RICHARD MARKS and RET. P.O. THEODORE "TED"
HATWOOD |
Information received from Capt. Marks' daughter, Cindy
LaRegina
 LIFETIME MEMBER RET.
CAPT. RICHARD MARKS 2/5/1931 - 1/19/2022
We regret to inform our members of the passing of
Lifetime Member, Ret. Capt. Richard Marks, on
Wednesday, January 19th, at the age of 90 years. Capt. Marks was
appointed to the Transit Police on May 19, 1959 and retired February
2, 1994.
I had the honor of working with Capt. Marks in the
late '60s when he was the CO of District 1 and always found him to
be fair and honest and he was an avid collector of transit
memorabilia. I don't know if it is true, but, I've been told, he had
an original pot belly stove from the old 3rd Avenue El, among
his collection.
At the request of the family, we are
also posting the obituary notice:
Richard Marks, age 90, passed away 1/19/22. Richard was
born and raised in the Bronx. He lived there until moving to Yonkers
to raise his family in 1962 and remained in that home until his
death.
He went to Samuel Gompers High School and was then then drafted
into the Army. The veteran of the Korean War remained active in the
Army reserve. He retired as a lieutenant colonel.
He worked over eight years as a lighting maintenance helper for
the Transit Authority. He then became a transit cop and
quickly rose through the ranks. In 1965 he became the youngest
transit police captain at that time. He remained a
district commander for 24 years until he retired.
Richard was an avid collector of police badges, memorabilia and
railroadiana. He also enjoyed driving his Model A Ford as well
as being a member of the AACA Car Club of Westchester which he was
president for several years.
He is predeceased by his loving wife, Gladys, and will be buried
with her. He is survived by his son, Greg, daughter, Cindy and three
grandsons, Eddie Jr, Christopher and Louis
Services took place on January 30th & 31st with burial in
Calverton Nat’l Cemetery, Wading River NY
Condolences may be
sent to the Marks family at chryslercindy@aol.com
or on the funeral home site https://memorials.flynnmemorialhome.com/richard-marks/4836678/obituary.php
In
lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made on
Richard’s behalf to: Wounded Warrior Project PO Box
758517 Topeka, KS 66675 1-877-832-6997 www.Woundedwarriorproject.org/donate
Information received from Michelle Kemp mskemp2u@aol.com
 LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. THEODORE "TEDDY"
HATWOOD 7/8/1942 - 1/18/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member, Ret. P.O. Theodore "Teddy"
Hatwood, on January 18th, at the age of 79 years. Teddy was
appointed to the Transit Police on November 23, 1970 and retired
January 8, 1991.
Due to the impending snow storm this weekend, services have been
changed to Tuesday, February 1st at The Perry Funeral
Home, 118 Union Ave in Lynbrook, NY
Services took
place on February 1st with burial in Greenfield Cemetery in
Uniondale NY.
Condolences may be sent to his wife, Crisetta, at 72 Conlon Road,
Roosevelt NY 11575
Our deepest condolences and sympathies
to the Marks and Hatwood families. May the deceased loved ones Rest
in Peace. |

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January 20,
2022
RET. P.O. LEON FRAZIER |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
RET. P.O. LEON FRAZIER 3/8/1969
- 1/12/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the pasing
of Ret. P.O. Leon Frazier on January 12th, at the
age of 52 years. Leon was appointed to the Transit Police on
February 28, 1994 and retired May 1, 2015. He had been assigned to
the Brooklyn Boro Task Force.
Services took place on January 22nd.
Next of kin: his
wife, Kisha
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to
Kisha and the Frazier family. May Leon Rest in Peace. |

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January 19,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. THEODORE "TED"
PROBST |
Information was received by Pres. Lanning mikedor2@aol.com
 LIFETIME MEMBER RET.
P.O. THEODORE PROBST 1/19/1941 - 01/09/2022
We regret to inform our members of the passing of
Lifetime Member, Ret. P.O. Theodore "Ted" Probst,
on January 9th, at the age of 80 years. Ted was appointed to the
Transit Police on April 1, 1965 and retired January 30, 1980. His
last asignment, I believe, was District 20.
Ted's remains were cremated and will be interred in Calverton
Cemetery. No services are planned at this time, but the family may
have a memorial ceremony at Calverton sometime in May. Details will
be posted here when received..
Condolences may be sent to his daughter, MaryAnn Probst-Rosenberg
at 100 Lynn Drive, Monroe CT or mapnaig@gmail.com or at the
funeral home https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/monroe-ct/theodore-probst-10522855
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to
"Stand For The Troops", an organization that helps combat veterans
with injuries and other problems. They can be contacted at www.sftt.org
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to MaryAnn and the
Probst family. May Ted Rest in Peace. |

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January 17,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. DET. NICANOR "NICK"
VAZQUEZ |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as received from Carol Burke I am sorry this is all the
information I have and cannot research any further information as I
got COVID during my trip and it is an effort for me to be at my PC.
I will not be sending out emails until I start feeling well.
May Nick “Rest in Peace”
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. DET. NICANOR "NICK"
VAZQUEZ 10/21/1936 – 1/12/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of our Lifetime Member, Ret. Det. Nicanor "Nick"
Vazquez, on January 12th, at the age of 85 years. Nick was
appointed to the Transit Police on December 1, 1965 and retired July
26, 1986.
Services took place on January 18th
To leave condolences
and to view a video, please go to the Funeral Home Web page https://www.moloneyfh.com/obituary/nicanor-vazquez/
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the Vazquez family.
May Nick Rest in Peace. |

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January 16,
2022 LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. RUDY DEFENDIS (late notice)
and
FATHER OF RET. SGT. MICHAEL FANNING |
 LIFETIME
MEMBER RET. P.O. RUDY DEFENDIS 8/27/1930 - 9/27/2019
Once again, mail returned by the Post Office led to information
that Lifetime Member, Ret. PO Rudy Defendis, passed away in 2019 at
the age of 89 years while living in Charlotte NC. Rudy was appointed
to the Transit Police on October 1, 1961 and retired December 1,
1980.
There was no forwarding address available and we do not have a
new address for his wife, Marilyn. Condolences may be left at the
funeral home website www.csofcharlotte.com/obituary/rudy-defendis
Our deepest condolences to Marilyn and the Defendis family.
May Rudy Rest in Peace.
From Billy McMillen wmcmil5317@aol.com
FATHER OF RET. SGT. MICHAEL FANNING
Michael's father, Richard Fanning, passed away
on January 7th while living in Pawley's Island SC. Richard had
joined the Transt Police in 1966 but moved over to the NYFD in 1968
where he served until he retired in 1999 as a Deputy Chief covering
Midtown Manhattan, having earned a reputation for bravery, loyalty
and fairness as a leader. He volunteered briefly following the chaos
of 9/11 to help his fellow FDNY brothers and sisters.
His obituary can be viewed at https://www.burroughsfh.com/obituary/Richard-Fanning.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Tunnel to Towers
Foundation (www.t2t.org/donate) 2361 Hylan
Blvd, Staten Island, NY, 10306.
Condolences may be sent to
Michael at hntsgt@gmail.com
Our deepest condolences to his wife, Anita, and the Fanning
family. May Richard Rest in Peace. |

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January 9,
2022
LIFETIME MEMBER RET. P.O. JOHN 'JACK' McGUIRE
and
RET. P.O. GEORGE McMASTER |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
 LIFETIME MEMBER
RETIRED P.O. JOHN “JACK” MCGUIRE JULY 1,1941 -
1/7/22
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Lifetime Member Ret. P.O. John "Jack"
McGuire on January 7th, at the age of 80 years. John was
appointed to the Transit Police on May 3, 1965 and retired October
29, 1994. His last assignment was in the Revenue Protection
Unit. His son, John, a retired NYPD Detective, said his father
was a proud Transit cop and always forwarded Lou's emails to
him.
Services took place on January 11th & 12th followed by burial
at Assumption Cemetery In Cortlandt Manor NY.
Condolences can
be sent to Jack’s son, John, at buck3501@aol.com or at the
funeral home https://www.clarkfh.com/obituaries/John-P-McGuire?obId=23604178
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to his wife, Judy, and
the McGuire family. May Jack “Rest in Peace”
From Dominick Mendella domenickm2002@gmail.com
RET. P.O. GEORGE
McMASTER 4/9/1941 - 01/03/2022
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. P.O.George McMaster, on January
3rd, at the age of 80 years. George was apponted to the Transit
Police on November 9, 1964 but we do not have a retirement date. His
last assignement was in CWPS out of District 34.
There
was a service on January 11th at the Veterans Cemetery
located at 350 Province Line Rd, Wrightstown NJ 08562
Our deepest condolences to the McMaster family. May George
Rest in Peace. |

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January 3,
2022
RET. P.O. JOSEPH HANNAY |
From Lou Hollander keystonecop1@verizon.net
as per NYPD
RET. P.O. JOSEPH
HANNAY 5/26/1970 - 12/20/2021
We regret to inform our members and fellow retirees of the
passing of Ret. P.O. Joseph Hannay on December
20th, at the age of 51 years. Joseph was appointed to the Transit
Police on January 13, 1992 and retired January 17, 2012.
Funeral services took place on January 4th
Our deepest
condolences to the Hannay family. May Joseph Rest in
Peace. |
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