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What’s Happening
Ret. Det. Neil Brogan
Don’t look now but after a talk with the Editor,
Joe Hill, several months ago and the issuance
of the March issue of Squeal Desk plus encouragement
to speak up for us senior members, I
agreed to cover the retired members once more.
When you are really gone, you’re really not with
the program. The only way this section can exist
is by YOUR input to me, Joe and Jen about contacts
you’ve made with a retiree who might have
something to pass on to all of us. I need to hear
from the “younger” retirees. I certainly do not
know your names but you should be part of the
information I pass on. Remember, all of you are
part of the D.A.I. Give me a call at 631 427 2432
or on line neileen@optonline.net , remembering
to include dates, names and a quick reason for
the contact. OK?
Let’s begin with Florida and the Villages. (I
might jump around so be prepared). Maureen
Cribbin met up with DAI members John Ryan,
Rick Dorsi, Matt Ross, Ralph Giordano and
Rick Daunt enjoying the weather. I might mention
that L.I. faired pretty well climatically with
welcomed decent weather. I had a chance to talk
to Dick Moran, Bare Foot Bay, (JAB – made
Detectives together). He told me that his son
assisted at 911 and received full compensation
for his efforts (FDNY member). Dick’s grandson
is a member of the NCPD assigned to the 4th
Precinct. Gerry Looney gave me a holler that in
his local on the east coast, Don Pescia (772 589
4078) runs a get together event at a restaurant
of DAI members who live in various counties
in the Port Lucie area on the fourth Saturday of
the month excluding July and August. New faces
are always welcome – give him a call if you are
interested.
The Association of Former Detectives headed by
President Frank Allaire meets every 2nd Thursday
of the month in Massapequa except during
July and August at 7:00 PM at AMVETS. If you
are interested, contact Frank at 516 315 1368 for
further information. I might mention that our
sister Detectives are always in attendance to include
Liz Tilton, Joan Hanna, Peggy Cavanagh,
Diane Berni and Karen Henry. Also, be aware
that the Association of Former Detective’s Annual
Golf Outing will be held on June 10th at
Smithtown Landing – contact Brain Dunker
at 516 457 6190 if you are interested. The annual
DAI catered picnic will be held on June
20, 2019 – more information to follow. I have
crossed paths with other DAI retirees in one
way or another and
would like to make
mention of Mel
Kenny, Ed Proctor
Brian Ahearn,
Ray Ryan (CA),
Wayne Hembach,
Corey Alleyne,
Jack Walsh, Brian
McAullife, Bob
Kopke, Bob Bird,
Vinnie Donnelly,
Tony Mascioli,
Doug Escher, Bernie
Meyer, John
Terebelski, Len
Toscano, Wallene
Jones and Father
Joe D’Angelo.
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In closing, I want
to end on a high
note. Henry Hack
has scored again
with a new publication
- “The
Marsh Mallows”
– based on the unsolved
Gilgo Beach
murders on LI
where rumor has
it that “that a high
police official” was
the killer of the females
discovered
there who were engaged
in the sex trade. To learn more, contact
Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc., in eBook and
printed versions. Henry has never let his readers
down – enjoy.
Memorial Day is upon us once more – Monday,
May 27th. Remember those Americans
who made the ultimate sacrifice so we can live
in peace. And say a prayer for our troops where
ever they are protecting us.
A call, e-mail, text, get well card or a visit to our
sick members will go a long way to cheer them
up. Stay safe.
Reminder: (Important) call 516 573 5740 (Police
Academy) – every retired member should
make his or her spouse aware of what to do if
you die. Designate a spouse, a relative, trustee or
the individual caring for your personal business
to call the Academy. The personnel assigned
there are trained to assist them in your time of
need. In the event a weekend is involved, call 516
573 8610 (Communications Bureau). They in
turn will notify the Police Academy Supervisor
on call. Calling the D.A.I. or another retiree is
not the way to go. If you need any further clarification
after speaking to the Academy, call me at
631 427 2432, PBA 516 294 6230, DAI 516 681
8442 and the SOA 516 681 8624.
Lastly: (Important) – Call the Comptroller’s Office
of Nassau County within 90 days after the
death at 516 571 2369. They will send you forms
and instructions on how to file. Not filing on
time can result in the loss of the health plan you
are presently carried under. Post this information
where it can easily be seen by you or a designated
person.
PS – I need information for the next issue. Give
me a call. Thank you.
27th Annual DAI Villa Roma Golf Outing
Sunday September 8, 2019
Monday September 9, 2019
Tuesday September 10, 2019
Flyer and Details to Follow