Saverio Allen Chieco

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Saverio Chieco Obituary

Chieco, Saverio Allen CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. Saverio Allen Chieco, 83, of Grooms Pointe Dr., died on Monday, August 4, 2008 at the Ellis Hospital in Schenectady. He was born on April 29, 1925 in Brooklyn, N.Y., and was the son of the late Michael and Alice Volpe Chieco. He was a graduate of Erasmus High School, and the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va. in 1966. He received his associate's degree in applied police science from Hudson Valley Community College in 1969. He received his bachelor of arts degree from State University of New York Empire College and also a bachelor of science from Russell Sage College in criminal science in 1973. Saverio was a World War II veteran serving in the United States Marine Corp as a sergeant. He was employed by the New York State Police in Binghamton in 1952, served as corporal in Highland, N.Y. in 1956, sergeant in 1961, Lt. for the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) Albany, 1963, Lt., supervisor captain (BCI) Troop G in Albany, inspector BCI, 1967. 1st major (founder) of the NYS Police Academy, 1969, assistant deputy superintendent of the New York State Police, 1973, deputy superintendent, 1979, and retired as deputy superintendent of the New York State Police in 1985 after 33 years of service. Saverio was past president of the Law Enforcement Officers Society of New York. He was also a member of St. Edward the Confessor Church in Clifton Park. He especially enjoyed the company of his family and grandchildren. He also loved to read, play golf, horse racing and old movies. In addition to his parents, Saverio was predeceased by his loving wife, Marian Elizabeth "Betty" Goodrich Chieco, whom he married on October 17, 1954. She died on May 3, 2006. He is the devoted father of Michael (Deborah) Chieco of S. Hadley, Mass., Allen (Angela) Chieco and Anne (David) Ford, all of Clifton Park; cherished grandfather of Michael, Brian, Jennifer and Matthew Chieco; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, August 7, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 569 Clifton Park Center Road, Clifton Park. Calling hours will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday in the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, 1550 Rt. 9 in Clifton Park. Entombment will be in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery Mausoleum in Niskayuna. Memorial contributions in Saverio's memory may be made to the NYS Troopers Disaster Relief Fund, 3 Airport Park Blvd., Latham, NY 12110.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Aug. 5 to Aug. 6, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Saverio Chieco

4 Entries

Deb (Hayes) Donlon

August 8, 2008

Major Chieco was an inspiration to those who served under his command. I only worked at the New York State Police Academy for 18 months, but will never forget the opportunities afforded me due to Major Chieco's efforts. My sincerest condolences to his many loved ones.

Darlene (Purdy) Smith

August 7, 2008

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Deputy Superintendent Chieco. I was 18 years old (to the day) when I started working as a civilian employee at the State Police Academy in 1970. I had the pleasure of working under "Major Chieco" at that time. This was my very first job, so he was my very first "boss", and he was definitely a gentle giant. He made my entry into the working world a great experience. So much so, that I just retired after over 37 years. I often think of those wonderful days under his command. He will be truly missed.

Terry O'Neill

August 6, 2008

Although I did not know Dep. Supt. Chieco, I certainly appreciate his legacy. My interactions over the years with the staff of the New York State Police Academy, of which he was the founding major, have been an honor and a pleasure. Particularly during the 1993 campaign to create the Gray Rider Monument, the professionalism, pride and gracious hospitality of all academy staff made every stage of the campaign from the fundraising kick-off to the unveiling ceremony run smoothly and successfully. The Academy is the finest institution of its kind in the nation. The training it provides has produced generations of outstanding State Troopers and served law enforcement agencies from around the world. That reputation is traceable directly to the tradition of excellence laid down and the tone set by the man who was in command when it was opened and dedicated in 1969. The state and people of New York owe him a great debt of gratitude.

Barbara Lima

August 5, 2008

Dear Ann & David,
So sorry to hear about your Dad.
Ned & I will keep him and your family in our prayers
Love,
Aunt Barbara & Ned

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