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Fergus O'Daly

Northport, New York

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1943 - 2014Fergus O'Daly Jr., 71, of Northport, N.Y. passed away on July 22, 2014. Fergus was born to the late Fergus Sr. and Mary (King) O'Daly, March 5, 1943 in Brooklyn, N.Y., where he grew up with the vibrancy that accompanies being the fifth of 10 children. It was also in Brooklyn...

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It took Fergus almost a year to hire me. As "the boss' son", it was no wonder he couldn't pull the trigger. When I finally met him for the umpteenth time, I gave him my ultimatum, "Hire me right now or tell me you won't. Either way, I deserve an answer now." He grinned that wry, knowing smirk and told me to go see one of his guys before the final decision.

Working with Fergus as we secured online business from IBM, Sprint, Bed, Bath & Beyond and many others companies was a joy that no...

From the ages of 14 until I moved at age 24, "Fergie" and I were inseparable friends. We did everything together. I remember well his first meeting with his beautiful widow,Anita. Fergie's passing saddened me greatly. I knew early in life her was bound for greatness. He was an "idea" man way back to his teens. The many happy times with Mr and Mrs O'D and the ten kids and grandma, Mrs King. We lost contact over the years but my fondest teenage memories will always include Fergie. To Anita, you...

I worked as a copywriter at poppe tyson for a few years in the late '80s and really enjoyed my dealings with Fergus. Smart. Interesting. Savvy about the world we live in. And a very fair boss who not only appreciated good work but encouraged it. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family.

I always thought Fergie was well named after "The Governor" and he had the same ability to make everyone in his midst at ease and feel special. My deepest heartfelt sympathy wishes to Anita and your wonderful and beautiful children. Regrettably too soon gone but I'm sure heaven has a guitar with Fergie's name on it and we will all have a chance to sing an Irish tune with him when we see him again.

Fergus was a leader, a visionary -- and a friend. Let us carry on his legacy: we are not in business just for fun but that doesn't mean we can't have fun in business.

Broken hearted

Bless the O'Daly family. Good luck Ferg--it was a pleasure to know/work for you.

Fergus you were always a good friend and fun to be with. There are plenty of memories to remember you by but the best will be is when I see Matt and Brendab.
Rest in peace. Lou DiLandro

Thank you Fergus for everything. I will miss you.