Drummer Jay Levey
It’s with great sadness we mourn the loss of
senior member Jay Levey
James (“Jay”) Francis Levey passed away on Friday, February 24 at the age of 76.
He was born on December 4, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY. He joined the New York City Police Department in 1968 and retired as a Lieutenant, serving in the Emergency Service Unit. After retiring from the force, he continued his career working alongside bomb-sniffing dogs Elvin, Remi, Sally, and Buck.
Lt. Levey was a drummer in The Pipes and Drums of the Emerald Society of the NYPD and The Pipes and Drums of the Jersey Shore Shillelagh bands. Growing up in Rockaway Beach, NY, he was an avid surfer, beach bum, reader, and lover of road trips. He enjoyed cold beers and a little Jameson now and again.
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Drummer Ed Nugent
Ed has been a member of NYPD Emerald Society Pipes and Drums since 1963.
Ed joined the NYPD in 1962 and worked in the following commands;
25Pct, 44Pct, 41Pct, First Deputy Commissioners Office and Street Crime Unit.
We will miss him dearly. Rest in Peace brother.
Read MoreDrum 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:
Drummer Donnie James

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
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Piper Dan Danaher
- The Band appeared on Sesame Street, Finbar, Nugent, Danaher,Big Bird, Minogue, Fahey and Papa Joe Collins.
- around the table Johnson, Ambrose, Tansey, Connell, Reilly, Minogue,Calderon, Danaher, Vize,McCarthy(?) Newman
- 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
- The bos enjoy a nice day at Hunter Mountain. Looks like big Ed is giving the finger to someone.
- PBW Downington Ed Minogue, King Finbar and Tom Sullivan.
- PBW Weekend Committee – Doug Connell, Ed Nugent, Tom Wellington,John Fahey, Frank Calderon,Jack Leonard,Ed Maloney and Ed Minogue
- around the table Johnson, Ambrose, Tansey, Connell, Reilly, Minogue,Calderon, Danaher, Vize,McCarthy(?) Newman
- Ed, Phil Doug Ed and Denis at the bar in Keywest waiting for the sunset.
- Minogue and Nugent in DC
- Ed takes a break after fighting the 50 lb Cobia
- top – Finbar,Minogue,T. Sullivan, John Quinn, Calderon. Bottom Nugent, Boorman, Tansey, Collins
- Ed Minogue and Jim Reilly in D.C.
- Ed Mnogue, Bernie Cummings and Ed Nugent in Washington.
- The Band appeared on Sesame Street, Finbar, Nugent, Danaher,Big Bird, Minogue, Fahey and Papa Joe Collins.
- The Pipers’ Ball Weekend Committee.
- 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.
Pipe Major Thomas Sullivan
