James J. Cleary
- Aug 17, 2020
- 1 min read
6/22/1928 - 8/17/2020
OBITUARY
CLEARY- James J. Passed at the age of 92 on August 17, 2020. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Edythe. He is the father if eight children -James (Lisa), Robert (Peggy), Kathy (Ed), John (Mai), Bro. Thomas, S.M., Mary Ann (Scott), William (Julie), and Debbie (Gary). 26 Grandchildren, and 2 Great Grandchildren. A proud Marine and a retired Inspector of the New York City Police Department, Jim rose through the ranks of the NYPD while studying law and then starting a law firm, Cleary and McCrystal. Friends may visit Wednesday, August 19, from 3pm – 8pm at the New Hyde Park Funeral Home, 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday August 20, at 10:15 am at Notre Dame RC Church, 45 Mayfair Road, New Hyde Park, NY. Interment at Holy Rood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to www.Oasistlc.org in James’ name to support young adults with autism. www.nhpfh.com
VISITATION
Wednesday, August 19
3:00 - 8:00 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Thursday, August 20
10:15 AM
Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church 45 Mayfair Road, New Hyde Park, NY INTERMENT
Holy Rood Cemetery 111 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY In lieu of flowers, please donate to www.Oasistlc.org.
Just heard of this. RIP Jim. Your old neighbor Charlie.
Jim and I were classmates and friends at Cathedral Prep in Brooklyn. We kept in touch over the years through mutual friends, especially Fr. Ed Kiernan (RIP) and Sr.Emily, OP. May he Rest In Peace. He and his family will be in our prayers. Ave et Aquarian's
We were blessed to have met Jim through the marriage of our daughter, Lisa, to Jimmy. What a magnificent impression he made on us from our first introduction. He is someone you want to emulate for so many reasons. John stated it well when he said his Dad lived a life of 1.God first.
2. Family and friends second.
3. Self third.
A life to emulate.
Our condolences to all members of the Cleary family.
Grandpa Cleary will be so missed. His exceptionally kind heart and incredible ability to make all feel welcome will leave a lasting impact on so many. We are keeping the entire Cleary family in our prayers.
Bro. Tom. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep all of you in our prayers. The Salogub family