Drum Sgt. Mike Reedy
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of longtime Bandsmen and Senior Drum Sgt. Mike Reedy. Mike passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2019, with his family by his side. Mike was a proud member of The New York City Pipes & Drums for nearly 30 years. After proudly serving the US Army, Mike had an amazing 25 year career in the NYPD starting in the 9th Pct. in 1973, and finishing his career as a Homicide Detective in the 10th Pct. Upon retirement, Mike continued his law enforcement journey working another 20yrs with the Manhattan DAs Office of Special Narcotics, as a Senior Rackets Investigator. Mike’s life long drumming career began many years before entering the band where he played in the US Army Band. He also took lessons with Andy White, who played with the Beatles.
Mike is survived by his wife Patty, Daughter’s Meghan & Colleen Reedy. Service information is as follows:
Wake: Wednesday, 6/26
4pm-9pm
Massapequa Funeral Home South Chapel
4980 Merrick Road,
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
Funeral Mass: Thursday
Mass: 10:45
Our Lady of Lourdes Church
855 Carmens Road & Linden St.
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
Service to follow at Calverton National Cemetery
Drummer Donnie James
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of senior Drummer Donnie James. Donnie passed away on Monday January 14, 2019 with his family by his side. Donnie was a proud member of The New York City Pipes & Drums for nearly five decades and of the Emergency Service Unit Truck 9 where he retired from in 1982. He was one of the first bandsmen most of the new pipers would meet upon entering the band, and probably one of the most photographed member of the band with his quintessential smile. 
Piping Instructor Ed McKenna
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of long-time bandsmen and Piping Instructor Edward M. McKenna, on December 23, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen. Loving father of James, Edward, John, Daniel, Ellen, & Brendan. Cherished grandfather of Kelly, Kristen, Ryan, Kaitlin, Maggie, Grace, Terrance, Meaghan, Michael & Shannon and great-grandfather of three. Ed was one of the most influential and prolific pipers in the Metro New York area and beyond. His transformative style has had an everlasting imprint on the piping world.
Ed was the band’s piping instructor putting his first class out on the street in 1991. As our instructor, Ed worked with the different levels of piping with patience and always a story from the old days. His knowledge and experience were instrumental in helping the band reach grade 3 in competition. Ed severed in the United Sates Army and was a Long Island Rail Road conductor and proud member of the NYPD Emerald Society Pipes & Drums. Our condolences go out to the McKenna Family.
Friends may visit at the New Hyde Park FH 506 Lakeville Road New Hyde Park, N.Y. Wed. 7pm-9:30pm & Thurs. 2-4:30pm & 7-9:30pm. Funeral Mass Friday 10:15 am at Sacred Heart Church in Merrick. Interment at Calverton National Cemetery. www.nhpfh.com
VISITATION
Wednesday, December 26
7:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday, December 27
2:00 – 4:30 PM & 7:00 – 9:30 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Friday, December 28
10:15 AM
Sacred Heart RC Church
720 Merrick Ave, North Merrick, NY
INTERMENT
Calverton National Cemetery
210 Princeton Boulevard, Calverton, NY
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Piper Dan Danaher
Wake:
Sunday August 5, 2018 Hours 2-4 PM & 7-9 PM
Westchester Funeral Home
190 Main Street
Tuckahoe, N.Y. 10707
Mass of Christian Burial:
Monday August 6, 2018 9:45 AM
St. Joseph’s RC Church
15 Cedar Street
Bronxville, N.Y. 10708
Interment:
Gate of Heaven Cemetery
Valhalla, N.Y.
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- The Band appeared on Sesame Street, Finbar, Nugent, Danaher,Big Bird, Minogue, Fahey and Papa Joe Collins.
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- around the table Johnson, Ambrose, Tansey, Connell, Reilly, Minogue,Calderon, Danaher, Vize,McCarthy(?) Newman
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- around the table Johnson, Ambrose, Tansey, Connell, Reilly, Minogue,Calderon, Danaher, Vize,McCarthy(?) Newman
PM Edward T Minogue
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former PM Edward T. Minogue on May 7, 2018. Ed was a Ret. Captain with the NYPD and former Pipe Major and band member for nearly five decades with the band. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones, after a very hard and long fought battle. Ed is survived by his lovely wife Barbara of 53 years and 3 adult daughters Barbara and Patrick McGee (bandsman), Marie and Lee Rosenkrantz, Linda and Jim Coughlan (bandsman) and 6 grandchildren.
Ed has made a lasting mark in the band as a Piper, Pipe Major, back to a Piper and Father-in-law. He was always a natural leader commanding the respect of the rank and file both within the NYPD and the Pipe Band. Ed gave nothing less than 100% and expected the same in return brining the band to new heights under his tutelage and leadership. Ed will be truly missed by his family and fellow bandsmen for his ability to listen and offer a solution to any situation.
Rest In Peace PM Edward Minogue
Visitation:
Thursday May 10, 2018
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Friday May 11, 2018
3:00 PM to 8:00 PM ( no break )
Cargain Funeral Home Inc.
10 Fowler Ave.
Carmel, New York 10512
www.cargainfuneralhomes.com
Funeral:
Saturday May 11, 2018
10:00 AM
Our Lady of the Lakes
1 Doherty Drive
Carmel, New York 10512
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- The bos enjoy a nice day at Hunter Mountain. Looks like big Ed is giving the finger to someone.
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- PBW Downington Ed Minogue, King Finbar and Tom Sullivan.
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- PBW Weekend Committee – Doug Connell, Ed Nugent, Tom Wellington,John Fahey, Frank Calderon,Jack Leonard,Ed Maloney and Ed Minogue
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- around the table Johnson, Ambrose, Tansey, Connell, Reilly, Minogue,Calderon, Danaher, Vize,McCarthy(?) Newman
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- Ed, Phil Doug Ed and Denis at the bar in Keywest waiting for the sunset.
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- Minogue and Nugent in DC
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- Ed takes a break after fighting the 50 lb Cobia
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- top – Finbar,Minogue,T. Sullivan, John Quinn, Calderon. Bottom Nugent, Boorman, Tansey, Collins
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- Ed Minogue and Jim Reilly in D.C.
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- Ed Mnogue, Bernie Cummings and Ed Nugent in Washington.
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- The Band appeared on Sesame Street, Finbar, Nugent, Danaher,Big Bird, Minogue, Fahey and Papa Joe Collins.
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- The Pipers’ Ball Weekend Committee.
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- Competition Group 1980 L to R Mike Flaherty, Denis Boorman, Frank Calderon,Tom Wellington, Ed Nugent, Tom Sullivan, Ed Minogue
Patrolman/Senior Drum Sgt. Frank Calderon
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patrolman/Senior Drum Sgt. Frank Calderon on January 25, 2018. Frank was of a tremendous character and a man that was always available to every member of the Band. Frank served his country in Korea and served in the NYPD. He joined the Pipes and Drums in 1961. Frank was a great man and loved a good meal with his friends and family. I know Frank was met by Finbar and the Band that has gone to heaven before him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Joan and the entire Calderon family. Rest In Peace our Bandsman Frank.
Visitation: Thursday, February 1, 2018 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at Heritage Funeral Home 35 Morrissey Drive Putnam Valley
Funeral Mass: Friday, February 2, 2018 11am St. Columbanus RC Church 122 Oregon Road Cortlandt Manor, NY
Pipe Major Thomas Sullivan
Words become useless when one attempts to explain the sentiments of this Band regarding the loss of one of our own, our brother, Tommy Sullivan.Sgt. Freddie Crockett
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bagpiper Freddie Crockett on July 26, 2017. Freddie, was a founding member of the New York City Transit Police Irish War Pipe Band in the mid 1960’s and was stalwart in the piping community. Fred, or Freddie as everyone called him, joined the NYPD Pipes and Drums after the merger of the three police departments in 1995. Freddie’s Irish wit and charm along with his vast experience in piping had a positive effect on the band. Retired Detective Sgt. NYPD, Intelligence Division/Gang Unit, U.S. Navy Veteran-Korea-USS Henley DD-762, founding member and first president of the NYPD Navy Association. Freddie will be truly missed but is now reunited with the love of his life Sophia and son
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Drum Major Phil Thompson on September 14, 2015. As a iconic member of the band, Phil joined in the 1970’s first as a member of the Color Guard and later as a Piper. In time he achieved the rank of Pipe Sgt. and then ultimately Drum Major, his true calling, when he took over after the passing of Finbar Devine, then the first and only Band Drum Major who had held the position for some 35 years.
Read MoreCaptain Bob Hogan
On August 20th, 2014, Piper Bob Hogan, retired Captain in the NYPD and former Bandmaster and Pipe Major, was tragically killed in a boating accident off the north shore of Long Island.
Through out his five decades with the band, Bob remained an extremely active member. His experience and dedication made him an invaluable asset to older and newer members alike. His sudden loss has shaken his comrades in the Band and his tragic departure will be felt for years to come. Outstanding gentlemen like Bob Hogan don’t come along often, the NYPD Emerald Society and Pipe Band were blessed to have him in the band. Rest in Peace Bob.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years Rosemary and 3 adult children Grace, Colleen and Michael.
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