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.