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William J. McDermott

William McDermott Obituary

McDERMOTT - William J. (Uncle Willie -Unk), of Lynbrook, N.Y. on October 29, 2008. Beloved husband of Zigrida. Loving father of Elizabeth, Michael (Linda), Thomas (Nancy), Suzanne, Linda Brancato (Paul), Elissa Jappell (Steve) and John. Devoted grandfather of 15 and great grand- father of 3. Brother of Joseph, Geraldine Matzen and the late Jerome. Associate member and Ex-Capt. of Hose Co. No. 1 Lynbrook F.D. Friends may call today 7-9pm and Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm at Thomas A. Glynn & Son Funeral Home, 20 Lincoln Avenue, Rockville Centre. Funeral Mass Saturday 9am at St. Agnes Cathedral Rockville Centre. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations in Uncle Willie's memory to Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center.

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Published by Newsday on Oct. 30, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William McDermott

153 Entries

October 29, 2010

Thinking of you today and always

August 11, 2010

dear gramps its almost been two years now and i miss you very much and i think about you all the time. i know i have you watching over me wherever i go. even though i wish you were still here i know im lucky to have someone like you watching over me. i always see this van in oceanside alot and it says unks laundromat they deliever now haha! i love you gramps!

love always and forever
kara <3 xoxo

August 10, 2010

Hi Bill,
We want to thank you for the first steps in homeowning. You heard our prayers to you, and you answered. Thanks so much. Love and miss you Es, Steve, and Jack

Wish you were here.

June 10, 2010

Happy Birthday in heaven. We love and miss you so much. Keep looking over all of us, we need it. Thanks- love you a whole bunch. Jack, Steve, and Es.

SUZY MCDERMOTT

May 4, 2010

DEAR POP,
JUST TO LET YOU KNOW YOU CALLED IT,I'M PAST MY 20 YRS,REMEMBER YOU TELLING ME,"YOUR NOT GONNA RETIRE". WELL I DONT WANT TO COMMIT MYSELF TO 25 YRS,BUT I'LL STICK AROUND A BIT,JUST KEEP WATCHING OUT FOR ME,I KNOW YOUR SITTING NEXT TO ME. LOVE YA POKEY

SUZY MCDERMOTT

April 21, 2010

DEAR POP,
JUST THOUGHT I'D DROP YOU A LINE,JUST TO LET YOU KNOW I WAS STILL THINKIN' ABOUT YOU,LIKE I'D EVER FORGET. SOMEONE TOLD ME THE OTHER DAY "YOUR JUST LIKE YOUR FATHER" I TOLD THEM "THANK YOU" LOVE YA POKEY

SUZY MCDERMOTT

November 21, 2009

HEY POP,
I'M SO HAPPY YOUR GRANDCHILDREN GOT TO KNOW YOU,YOU MADE A LASTING IMPRESSION,AND NINO I LOVE YA!
SUZY

November 15, 2009

Hey Granps

Just logged on to see that the site wasn't up, Never that, the same way you live on in our hearts and memories, you will continue to live on this website. I am your First & Oldest grandson and i am sure i not only speak for myself but for the whole family this site will stay up for many many years. We have a BIG family so we will all make sure your memories and new family memories will continue to be posted for all to see especially by you as you look down on us . Always missing you granps
Love Always
NINO

October 28, 2009

We are all sad today, but are also celebrating your life, and how many people you have touched during that time. Each and every person will have their own special memories of you, that will be carried throughout their own lives. Happy 1st anniversary in Heaven. Until we meet again - Love, and miss you. Es, Steve, and Jack

October 28, 2009

Dear, Papa Bill
I miss you so much!!!!!!!!!!! I hope you're having fun in heaven.
<3 alexa

Liz McDermott

October 28, 2009

Pops,
It's raining today and so is my soul.

Liz McDermott

October 28, 2009

My Proud Pops

Miguel Jimenez

October 28, 2009

Grandpa,
You are my hero, I will never stop saluting you. I send you my soul on ice and I will always love you.
Your Grandson,
Lito

October 26, 2009

Uncle Will,
We miss you...your great stories, jokes and family tales. Love for always,
Geoff, Michele, Rosie & Julie

Michele Miller

October 26, 2009

Uncle Will,
We miss you...your great stories, jokes and family tales. Love for always,
Geoff, Michele, Rosie & Julie

elissa

October 6, 2009

Hi Bill - it's me,
You must have heard me just now. I got the sign - the penny. Thanks so much for alway's being there for all of us. I hope that you realize how much you have alway's meant to us, Jack, and the whole family. It just isn't the same without you. There is a really big void. Please keep looking over all of us - we need it. One day we will all be together again in heaven. What a party that will be. Until then - We will never forget or stop loving you. You are the best thing that happened in our family. We love and miss you so much. Please keep looking after Mom, ( Especially in her dreams ). Lucy misses you terribly, and so does Harley!! Keep in touch - with the one cent!! Love ya lot's - "Me" and family.

Geoff Miller

October 2, 2009

Miss u Uncle Will.

SUZY MCDERMOTT

October 1, 2009

TO MY FATHER & MY ENTIRE FAMILY,
I'AM WRITING MY FINAL ENTRY. THE PAST YEAR HAS BEEN OVERWHELMING TO SAY THE LEAST.I STILL LOOK FOR A SIGN OF POP'S PRESENCE AROUND ME.WHAT I DO KNOW IS THAT ON FEBRUARY 6TH,2009 ON I95,HE WAS PRESENT,IT WASN'T MY TIME. I WANT TO TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO THANK MY ENTIRE FAMILY FOR STANDING BY ME AND APOLIGIZE FOR THE DRAMA. MY EXPERIENCE HAS MADE ME HUMBLE AND MADE ME REALIZE HOW IMPORTANT ALL OF YOU MEAN TO ME.
OCTOBER 29TH,2008 WILL BE A DAY THAT WILL STAY IN MEMORY FOREVER,THOUGH IT FELT AS IF MY WORLD CAME TO A END. I WILL NEVER FORGET ENTERING THE HOSPITAL WITH MY SON,AND THE DOORS OPENED,AS IF THE GATES OF HELL OPENED UP,I SAW ALL OF YOU,AND TOMMY WAVING ME IN,I DIDN'T WANT TO COME IN I KNEW WHAT WAS TO BE. IF ONLY I COULD HAVE LOOKED INTO HIS EYES,HELD HIS HAND AND SAID GOODBYE,INSTEAD I WAS LOOKING AT SOMEONE WHO I DID NOT RECOGNIZE. THE FOLLOWING DAYS, I DONT REMEMBER TO WELL AND MAYBE THAT WAS BEST. I WONT DENY A TIMES I FEEL ALONE AND SCARED,BUT SOMEONE ONCE SAID "IF YOU FEEL ALONE,REMEMBER WERE ALONE IN THIS TOGETHER"AND YOU CAN PICK YOUR FRIEND NOT YOUR FAMILY. WELL I'M THANKFUL FOR MY FAMILY. SO FAMILY REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD THINGS KEEP THEM CLOSE TO YOUR HEART,AND REMEMBER ONE OF POP'S CLASSIC LINES "YOUR DUCK IS OUT". SO POP SAVE ME A SEAT I WILL SEE YOU SOMEDAY WHEN IT IS MY TIME. I LOVE YOU,YOUR POKEY.

September 21, 2009

Hi Bill,
Just wanted to let you know we were thinking of you today. It was one year ago when it all started. Mom and I had a good cry today, I'm sure there will be more. We miss you so much. Love you - Es, Steve, Jack, and Harley

NANCY MCDERMOTT

September 16, 2009

DEAR POP,

I STILL JUST CAN'T BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE NOT WITH US...I LOOK AT YOUR PICTURE EVERYDAY ON MY COUNTER. TOMMY AND I AND OF COURSE THE KIDS MISS YOU SO SO MUCH...JUST KEEP ON WATCHING OVER OUR FAMILY... WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH...

LOVE
NANCY

Liz McDermott

August 29, 2009

Hello My Pops,
Ten months in Heaven, I miss you more everyday. I wish you were here with us. I Love You So Much. Your Daughter
Liz

SUZY MCDERMOTT

August 1, 2009

DEAR POP,
THE LAST COUPLE OF DAYS HAVE BEEN REALLY ROUGH,I DONT KNOW WHY.ALL I KNOW IS THAT I CALLED UPON YOU FOR HELP,WITHOUT CALLING IN THE BIG GUNS IN THAT ARE DOWN HERE. I LEFT IT IN YOUR HANDS AND YOU ANSWERED. I'LL BE ALRIGHT JUST KEEP WATCHING OVER ME AND EVERYONE ELSE. 173 DAYS AND COUNTING. I LOVE YA AND MISS YA EVERYDAY.
POKEY

Liz McDermott

July 30, 2009

Pops,
I was told not to call the big guns in but of course I didn't listen and I'm calling on you and TMcD, so please get to work and put some strength where its needed right now, get your Irish up or whatever its goinna take. Please hurry, this is a tall order. I love you, you too Tommy.
Liz

Liz McDermott

July 29, 2009

Pops,
Nine months in Heaven.........I think about you everyday and miss you more every moment. Please keep watching over all of us, we need you so very much. Our hearts are forever broken without our Dad. I Love You.

Liz & Suzie McDermott

June 29, 2009

Pops,
Eight months in Heaven..........I promise I won't get mad if you yell at me............as a matter fact I know you will make my day.
I Love You and Miss You
Your Favorite Daughter....

SUZY MCDERMOTT

June 24, 2009

DEAR POP,
HAPPY FATHERS DAY. REMEMBER WHEN YOU TOLD ME "I HOPE YOUR KID IS TEN TIMES WORSE THEN YOU ARE" WELL JUST TO LET YOU KNOW,HE IS. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU AND THE BIG GUY WATCH OVER HIM,I KNOW HE MISSES YOU DEEPLY,THOUGH HE DOESNT SAY IT. EVERYDAY IS A STRUGGLE WITHOUT YOU,YOU WERE MY BIGGEST FAN. I LOVED THOSE 4PM HAPPY HOUR PHONE CALLS YOU USED TO GIVE ME,AND I'D MAKE YOU LAUGH WITH SILLY SAVAGE STORIES. SOMETIMES I THINK OF SOMETHING I WANT TO TELL YOU AND REMEMBER I CANT PICK UP THE PHONE AND TALK TO YOU,SO I JUST LOOK AT YOUR PICTURE AND TALK TO YOU THAT WAY, I KNOW YOUR LISTENING.LOVE YA!
POKEY

June 23, 2009

I know your there keeping an eye on us all. And i know you can here us ...so thanks for listening..you always did that well..to this day your always there when i need you . thanks love michael

Kara McDermott

June 23, 2009

grandpa, i really miss you and i think about you all the time. i have your mass card right on my mirror so everyday when i get up i see your picture right there and i have another mass card for when i get my car so i know your always there protecting me. i love you grandpa and everyone misses you alot.

Liz McDermott

June 21, 2009

"We hear the words Pops, we know you are in a better place, our hearts still long for you...........

Liz McDermott

June 21, 2009

Daddy,
Michael read this poem to the family on your Birthday........

To my dearest family,
some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

"Tell Tommy I Got His Message"

Liz McDermott

June 21, 2009

Pops,
Happy Father's Day! I heard you loud and clear this morning and gave Tommy your message, he thanked me and I thank you too Pops. Life will never be the same without you.........
Love Always,
Liz

Happy Father's Day Pops. I Love You and Miss You Love, Liz

June 21, 2009

Happy Father's Day!! We all miss you, and think of you every day. Love always, Jack, Es and Steve

June 13, 2009

Hi Popu.
We sent a Happy Birthday for you on your birthday, but somehow it didn't go thru. So sorry. We had a great day at Linda and Paul's for your birthday celebration - balloons and all. You would have loved it. We all cried some tears, as we always do, and had a shot of scotch for you. We miss you so much. It's just not the same without you. Happy Birthday Pop. Love ya lot's. - Jack, Es, and Steve

TOMMY MCDERMOTT

June 10, 2009

DEAR DAD, HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I HOPE YOU GOT MY MESSAGE I SENT THE OTHER DAY. ITS JUST NOT THE SAME EACH DAY. I'M WAITING FOR YOU TO PULL IN THE DRIVEWAY. AND YOU WERE RIGHT ABOUT CALLING, NOW I CAN'T. I'M SORRY. I MISS YOU VERY MUCH. TOMMY

SUZY MCDERMOTT

June 9, 2009

DEAR POP,
HAPPY DOUBLE SEVEN,I MISS YOU!
LOVE POKEY

Liz McDermott

June 9, 2009

Happy Birthday Pops!
We Love You and miss you with all our heart.
Your beloved family

Liz McDermott

June 3, 2009

Thank You Pops

June 3, 2009

Pops, Continue keeping your Pokey in the palm of your hands as she holds you in her heart! I Love You. Liz

June 3, 2009

Pokey - Always know Pops loves You

June 2, 2009

Liz McDermott

June 2, 2009

Pops,
Thank you for keeping Pokey in the palm of your hands, giving her the strength to handle anything that comes her way. Tomorrow is a special day for our Pokey I know you are proud. She has accomplished so much. Continue to guide her thru these next 90 days as she continues to face every challenge that comes her way. Keep showing her the way Pops.
Watch Out Everyone "Annie Oakley" is back in town.

SUZY MCDERMOTT

June 1, 2009

DEAR POP,
I'VE BEEN THINKING OF YOU ALOT LATELY,I EVEN SAW A LICENSE PLATE THAT SAID POPOOH A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO,YOUR BIRTHDAY IS APPROACHING US AND WERE HAVING A BIG PARTY FOR YOU. I KNOW YOU'LL BE THERE. WHEN I'M FEELING DOWN AND READY TO GIVE UP I THINK OF YOU,THANKS FOR GETTING ME THROUGH THE BADS TIMES AND GIVING ME STRENGTH,ALONG WITH MOM AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY I THANK GOD I HAVE SUCH SUPPORT. LASAGNA AND STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE IS ON THE MENU FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY. LOVE YA POP.
POKEY.

Your Pokey!

Liz McDermott

May 30, 2009

Pops,

Liz McDermott

May 29, 2009

Pops,
Seven months in heaven, we all miss you so much. I feel your presence and I know you are watching all of us and yes I know you are proud..............thank you my dear Father keep her strong. I Love You.
Your Loving Daughter,
Liz

SUZY MCDERMOTT

May 7, 2009

DEAR POP,
I MISS YOU LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY,THESE SIX MONTHS HAVE BEEN VERY TRYING. I KNOW YOUR LOOKING OUT FOR ME. I'M WRITING TO WISH YOU A HAPPY MOTHERS DAY,LIKE I ALWAYS DID IN THE PAST, I ONLY WISH WE COULD GO OUT LIKE WE USED TO,WHILE MOM WAS AT LATVIAN CHURCH. GOOD THINGS ARE HAPPENING TO ME POP! JUST HELP ME KEEP MY CHIN UP. I LOVE AND MISS YOU. TELL CANDY I SAID HELLO,AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY,I'M SURE ALL OF YOU ARE HAVING A PARTY. LOVE YA
POKEY

Liz McDermott

April 29, 2009

Pops,
Six months in heaven and life without you is just not the same. My heart longs for just one more day with you so I can look into your eyes and tell you thank you. Did I ever tell you that you are my hero, did I ever thank you for giving me a lifetime of memories I treasure each day. Did I thank you for teaching me to swim and ride a bike or for taking me fishing and crabbing. Did I thank you for arranging for Santa Claus to come to the house every Christmas Eve before we went to bed. Did I thank you for the great times we had on the boat and Friday nights at the car races in Freeport. Did I tell you how much I loved when you would take us to the Texas Ranger to eat, it was my favorite. Did I ever tell you how much it meant to me to see you watching me run at my track meets. Did I forget to tell you how proud I was of you, my Dad was a Fireman. Did I thank you for all the times you picked me up from that long walk home from school on those rainy days in your very own MCDERMOTT OIL truck. Did I tell you you are the best DAD in the world. I always knew how much you loved me, did you know how much I loved you..............................Do you know that I am sorry...................

SUZY MCDERMOTT

April 21, 2009

DEAR POP,
WENT TO MY HAPPY PLACE IN MONTAUK.I WAS THINKING ABOUT YOU ALOT AND COULDN'T BRING MYSELF TO TAKE THE REMAINDING RIDE TO THE LIGHTHOUSE. I HAD A GOODTIME THOUGH,TOMMY AND NANCY WERE THERE FOR A FEW GOOD LAUGHS. I JUST KEEP THINKING ABOUT YOU,WHEN WE WERE ALL OUT THERE LAST YEAR WITH MOM,LINDA,PAUL AND THE KIDS,YOU WEREN'T YOURSELF THAT WEEKEND. IF OFTEN WONDER IF YOU KNEW SOMETHING WAS GOING TO HAPPEN TO YOU. SOMEDAY YOU'LL LET ME KNOW. LOVE YOU.
POKEY

SUZY MCDERMOTT

April 13, 2009

DEAR POP,
IT WAS A NICE EASTER AT MAMA "GRIDA'S" HOUSE. I TOOK MAMA TO CHURCH AND DRESSED UP FOR THE OCCASION AS USUAL (SWEATPANTS,SHIRT AND SNEAKERS). MOM LAUGHED AND SAID IF PAPA WAS HERE HE WOULD OF SAID "I SEE YOU DRESSED UP FOR EASTER". THOUGH IT STILL WASN'T THE SAME WITHOUT YOU,I KNOW YOU WERE CLOSE BY. IT'S BEEN 64 DAYS. I KNOW YOU KNOW WHAT I'M SAYING. JOHN AND STEVE DID A GREAT JOB ON MY KITCHEN,I FINALLY GOT A NEW FLOOR. KEEP SENDING ME THAT CHANGE I PUT ALL OF IT IN A COFFEE JAR ON MY COUNTER. MAYBE SOMEDAY THAT WILL PAY FOR MY TRIP TO IRELAND. LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU EVEN MORE POP,KEEP WATCHING OVER ALL OF US,AND LET US BE ABLE TO HANDLE ANYTHING THAT COMES OUR WAY.
POKEY

April 11, 2009

NANCY MCDERMOTT

April 9, 2009

DEAR POP.
IT HAS BEEN OVER 5 MONTHS NOW AND I STILL LOOK AT YOUR PICTURE AND WISH YOU WERE HERE. TODAY I HAD TO GO TO MY SISTER'S MOTHER IN LAW'S FUNERAL AND I JUST KNOW WHAT EVERYBODY WAS FEELING. IT IS AN ACHE IN YOUR HEART.. YOU WERE AND STILL ARE A VERY SPECIAL FATHER IN TO ME AND ALWAYS WILL. LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU
LOVE
NANCY MCDERMOTT

Liz McDermott

March 29, 2009

Hello My Papa,
5 months in heaven, I miss you so much and wish you were still here with us.
I Love You,
Liz

SUZY MCDERMOTT

March 27, 2009

DEAR POP,
RECENTLY I'VE BEEN THINKING ABOUT MY PAST,PRESENT AND WHAT MAY COME IN THE FUTURE. THE FUTURE THOUGH I TRY NOT TO PREDICT,I CAN ONLY LIVE DAY BY DAY AT THIS POINT. MY PAST I'AM VERY WELL AWARE OF AND DO NOT INTEND TO FORGET IT. SOME EXPRESS TO FORGET AND TO MOVE ON,I DONT UNDERSTAND THAT. MAYBE BECAUSE THEY WANT TO FORGET THEMSELVES. I KNOW GOD HOLDS THE KEY TO THE KINGDOM, I DONT NEED ANYONE TO REMIND ME OF THAT. THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE FOR ME AND YOUR OTHER CHILDREN. ALONG WITH ESSIE I KEEP FINDING THOSE PENNIES ALL OVER THE PLACE,I LAUGH EVERYTIME I PICK ONE UP,COULD YOU SEND SOME DOLLAR BILLS?
LOVE YA!
POKEY

elissa Jappell

March 23, 2009

Hey there,
Just wanted to say Hello. We miss you so much. Things are going really good, thanks to you POP. I know you are watching over all of those you LOVE. We all are trying our hardest to get on with life. ( really hard), just so you know. Thanks for keeping the pennies going, please don't stop, Jack and all of us miss and love you so much.
God bless you, and keep it going.
Love always - The Jappells

Angela O'Brien

March 23, 2009

To all my children. Been thinking about you all for sometme now and wondering how you are. I know it has been almost 5 months since your father has been gone and how you must miss him. I don't think he should have died that way, but none of us know when our time will come. All of our days are numbered in God's book. If this has taught us anything it should be another reason why we should all stay close and love one another. The past needs to stay in the past. Nothing that has happened or will happen hasn't gone through the hands of God without his permission first. He saw it long before we were born. If you have a Bible read Psalm:139. It is my favorite out of so many. I wanted you to know how much I love each one of you and always have. Each one of you have different strengths and weaknesses just as each one of your own children have. That is the way it is suppose to be. We are not meant to be all alike, but rather to compliment one another.
May God bring sunshine into your lives. After the rain there is always a rainbow. Look for it. All my love and God's blessings, Mom

SUZY MCDERMOTT

March 13, 2009

DEAR POP,
I'M HOME ONCE AGAIN, I HAVE A LONG ROAD AHEAD OF ME. EVER SINCE YOU HAVE LEFT, I LOST MY WAY. I CAN ONLY HOPE WITH THE GRACE OF GOD I FIND MY WAY BACK. PLEASE SHOW ME A SIGN THAT YOU ARE STILL WITH ME,AND GIVE ME THE STRENGTH TO SEE THIS THROUGH. I MISS YOU VERY MUCH.
LOVE POKEY

Liz McDermott

March 3, 2009

4 months in heaven and missing you...........
I can see very clearly, that you have been very busy "calling in those favors"..............
thank you Pops, Nino is cancer free.
I can feel your presence, as you guide us through the day...
It comforts me knowing that you are watching over all of us,
Please continue to keep your forever loving family in the palm of your hands. Give us strength and determination as a family to cope with whatever comes our way. Carry my sister when she feels like giving up, give her the strength to move forward, to reach out........
Keep telling Ma, you love her, she misses you so very much.....we all do
I love you Pops, you daughter

February 14, 2009

Hey Pop,
Just wanted to say thanks for watching over ALL of us. Things will get better. We are all keeping the faith that you are always with us. Love and miss you - your family

SUZY MCDERMOTT

January 30, 2009

TO MY FATHER,
YOU GAVE ME LIFE
YOU GAVE ME BREATH
YOU ALWAYS TAUGHT ME TO DO MY BEST
YOU MADE ME LAUGH
YOU MADE ME CRY
BUT YOU ALWAYS STOOD BY MY SIDE
YOU TAUGHT ME HAVE STRENGHT
YOU TAUGHT ME TO HAVE FAITH
YOU ALWAYS PUT ME IN MY PLACE
YOU TOOK ME UP
YOU TO ME DOWN
BUT YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN I NEEDED YOU AROUND
I KNOW WHO I'AM BECAUSE OF YOU,I WEAR MY SHIELD WHICH YOU INSPIRED ME TO DO.
I'LL NEVER KNOW WHY GOD TOOK YOU THAT DAY YOU SHOULD HAVE NEVER DIED IN THAT WAY. SOMEDAY WILL MEET AGAIN AND HAVE A GOOD LAUGH,JUST LIKE WE DID ALWAYS IN THE PAST. LOVE YOU POP
POKEY

Erin McLaughlin

January 19, 2009

Dear Uncle Willie,
I was looking at my own father's sign in book, and thought I would look to see if you were there too.
You are and just wanted to tell you I
visit you everyday in the ALLEY. Thinking of you and Zee and your family. We had great times at Mac Park and J.Paul's and the laundromat.
You always made me laugh. You were a kind and gentle man and I thank you for your friendship. You will always have a special place in my heart. Have a laugh and drink with my DAD. Love you, Erin

SUZY MCDERMOTT

January 18, 2009

DEAR POP,
THERE ARE TWO THING I WISH I COULD ERASE FROM MY MEMORY, THE SIGHT OF TOMMY WHEN HE GOT BURNED.WHEN I ARRIVED AT THE HOSPITAL HE WAS IN SUCH BAD CONDITION THE ONLY WAY I RECGONIZED HIM WAS BY HIS HANDS, I WALKED INTO THE ROOM AND EVEN IN HIS CONDITION,HE TOLD ME NOT TO CRY,I DID ANYWAY. THEN YOU CAME AFTER AND SAW YOUR SON BURNT. I'LL NEVER FORGET HOW UPSET YOU WERE .THE SECOND WAS OCTOBER 29TH,2008 WHEN THE DOCTOR CAME OUT AND ASKED IF ANY OF THE FAMILY WOULD WANT TO COME INTO THE ROOM TO SEE YOU, I CHOSE TO,I SHOULDN'T HAVE. IT WAS THE WORST THING I EVER SAW,AND I'VE SEEN ALOT. I HOPE WITH IN TIME THIS WILL PASS BECAUSE I GET THAT VISION EVERYDAY. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.
LOVE,
POKEY

MICHAEL MCDERMOTT

January 14, 2009

DAD ITS BEEN A WHILE SINCE YOU LEFT US AND ARE IN A BETTER PLACE BUT YOU NEVER REALLY LEFT US DID YOU. YOUR PRESENCE IS STRONGER THAN EVER AND YOU ARE ALL AROUND US. YOUR EVERYWHERE IN OUR DAILY LIVES WHETHER IN THAT PICTURE ON THE WALL, IN THAT SONG ON THE RADIO THAT REMINDS US AND OF COURSE IN OUR HEARTS. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THE LOVE AND THE LAUGHS YOU GAVE ALL OF US OVER THE YEARS AND THAT IS WHAT KEEPS US GOING. DAD SOMETIMES TEARS COME TO MY EYES WHEN I THINK OF YOU BUT NOW INSTEAD OF CRYING I SMILE BECAUSE I KNOW THAT'S THE WAY YOU WOULD WANT IT. LOVE YA

SUZY MCDERMOTT

January 12, 2009

DEAR POP,
I'M ANOTHER YEAR OLDER AND A LITTLE MORE GREYER,I'VE DECIDED NOT TO SELL MY HOUSE AND STICK AROUND LYNBROOK TO BE CLOSE TO OUR FAMILY,A WISE WOMAN SAT ME DOWN AND GAVE ME SOME GOOD ADVICE. I KNOW YOU KNOW WHO IT IS. MY LEG HURT'S THOUGH, I GOT A BIG HARP TATOO ON MY LEG IN REMEMBRANCE OF YOU. LOVE YOU.
POKEY

Essie

January 10, 2009

Hi Pop,
Just wanted to wish you and mom a happy 19th anniversary. We had a wonderful dinner at mom's, complete with a shot of Dewars, and ended it with espresso. We sang Happy Birthday to Suzy, and played in the little snow that we got. All in all, it was a great night. Suzy got a really great tatoo of a harp on her leg. It's really beautiful - I know that you would have loved it. Just wanted to let you know we are always thinking of you and mom. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. We Love and Miss you So Much. Love always, and Happy Anniversary. Es, Steve, and Jack

Liz McDermott

January 7, 2009

Pops,
I know you hear me everyday when I talk to you on my way to work. Today as I was driving and listening to old "Elvis" songs the announcer mentioned that Elvis would have been 74 years old this year, and I thought how you were very close in age and wondered if you listened to his music. As my thoughts drifted away from the traffic on the southern state back to you, I could hear your hearty laugh and all of the sudden I was distracted by the radio. Elvis was singing Happy Birthday and dedicated it to all the special people. Pops thanks for reminding me that today was your "Pokey's Birthday". I love you and miss you very much. Please continue to watch over all of us, I need you now more than ever..........give me strength Pops.
Love,
Liz

SUZY MCDERMOTT

January 6, 2009

TO MY FAMILY,
THERE ARE A FEW MORE THINGS THAT I'AM GRATEFUL FOR THAT POP GOT TO SEE ME ACCOMPLISH AS WELL AS ALL OF YOU. HE SAW ME HAVE MY FIRST CHILD,GRADUATE THE POLICE ACADEMY,GET PROMOTED TO DETECTIVE AND SOON AFTER BUY MY FIRST HOUSE,WHICH YOU AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY HELPED FIX UP,AND ANYTIME I NEEDED A HANDYMANHE'D SHLEP OVER TO THE HOUSE AND FIX IT FOR ME,AS YOU SAID POP "THAT'S MY JOB". JUST TO LET YOU KNOW POP,JOHN FIXED THE BASEMENT DOOR FOR ME. I KNOW YOU WANTED TO FIX IT BEFORE YOU GOT HURT. I WISH I KNEW WHAT HAPPEND TO YOU IN THE GARAGE THAT DAY. MY ONLY REGRET PRESENTLY IS THAT YOUR NOT HERE TO BE WITH ME ANYMORE,I KNOW IT'S SELFISH AND I MOURN FOR SELFISH REASONS. WE ALL CAN BE GRATEFUL THAT POP GOT TO SEE ALL OF US GET MARRIED,HAVE CHILDREN AND SHARE ALL THE GOOD AND BAD TIMES WE ALL HAD. HAPPY 19TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY POP AND MOM. LOVE ALL OF YA'S ESPECIALLY YOU POP.
LOVE
POKEY

Essie

December 31, 2008

Dear Pop, all of our family, and wonderful friends,
Tonight is New Year's Eve, and we just wanted to wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year - (GOD know's we need one ). We need to continue to stick together during this difficult time. We all miss you so much Pop, Bill, Willie, Uncle Willie, Unk , Papa Bill, Grandpa, Papoo, Willie Lump Lump!! -- did I miss any ?? . Happy New Year to all, and God Bless, Love Essie, Steve and Jack

Liz McDermott

December 29, 2008

Pops,
Its been two months without you and its not getting any easier. Tommy and Nancy hosted a wonderful "McDermott Christmas" yesterday. Zee and all of your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were there, we missed you terribly. Just before dinner I thought I heard you laughing when Tommy announced that dinner was "All You Can Eat for $14.95 a plate".
Please watch over us, we need you......
I love you with all my heart.
Your Daughter,
Liz

Liz McDermott

December 25, 2008

Merry Christmas Pops,
I miss you and wish you were here with all of us, its just not the same without you.
Love,
Liz

Elissa

December 24, 2008

Hi Pop,
Here we sit at the computer, tracking Santa. It is Christmas Eve, and he is on his way to NY. Jack is so excited. We just baked cookies with sprinkles, and also left carrots for the reindeers. There's just one thing missing - you. You are in our hearts, thoughts, and tears, and always will be. We love and miss you so much. Merry First Christmas in heaven. Wish you could be here for just one more day. Love always, Jack, Essie and Steve

Michael

December 24, 2008

Dad, Its Christmas eve and I miss you. I wish you were here so I can hear that laugh of yours. Love you Michael

SUZY MCDERMOTT

December 17, 2008

TO MY FAMILY,
SUNDAY DECEMBER 16TH,WAS MY DETECTIVES SQUAD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY WHICH I HAD THE PLEASURE OF RUNNING THIS YEAR,THOUGH NOT REALLY IN THE MOOD AT THIS PARTICULAR TIME I DID. THE REASON FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS POP WAS ALWAYS MY ESCORT AND HE LOVED COMING TO THE EVENT. ANYWAY HE WAS SUCH A COP BUFF,AND ALL THE GUYS I WORK WITH GOT TO KNOW HIM AND LOVED HEARING HIM TELL HIS STORIES PRESENT AND PAST. HE ALSO LOVED HEARING THE COP STORIES FROM ME ALL THE TIME,AND I LOVED TELLING THEM TO HIM BECAUSE HE'D LAUGH SO HARD. BUT ANYWAY THE BOYS IN BLUE WOULD ALWAYS TELL ME "SUZY YOUR FATHER IS SUCH A GREAT GUY,YOU CAN REALLY SIT AND TALK WITH HIM" THEY WERE'NT TELLING ME ANYTHING I ALREADY DID'NT KNOW. BUT GETTING BACK TO THE POINT OF THIS,SINCE POP IS NOT WITH US PHYSICALLY ANYMORE BUT ALWAYS IN OUR HEART, I DECIDED TO ASK THE OTHER "LIFE OF THE PARTY" TO BE MY ESCORT,MICHAEL WHO DID NOT HESITATE TO SAY "YES". LIKE POP, MIKE WAS NOT SHY AT ALL. HE WAS CONVERSING WITH ALL THE GUYS,HAVING A GOOD TIME GOING FROM TABLE TO TABLE EATING LIKE A SAVAGE,HE EVEN ATE HALF MY DINNER (JUST BUSTING THEM MIKE) I KNOW YOU WANTED TO GET YOUR FIFTY-FIVE DOLLARS WORTH. WELL BY THE END OF THE NIGHT I THOUGHT IT ONLY TO BE APPROPRIATE TO ASK THE WAITRESS TO BRING ME A SHOT OF DEWARS WHITE LABEL OF COURSE,I STOOD UP AND REQUESTED EVERYONE RAISE THERE GLASS "TO MY FATHER"IN HIS MEMORY. IT WAS A SAD BUT GREAT NIGHT AND I'M GLAD THAT THESE GUYS WHO I WORK WITH ACTIVE AND RETIRED GOT TO KNOW POP AT MORE THEN ONE FUNCTION THAT I BROUGHT HIM AND MOM TO. I LOVE YOU POP.
POKEY

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