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Paul Talty
Wantagh, New York
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Send FlowersFollowing a Master Plan
Paul and Barbara Talty's Cape Cod in Wantagh, N.Y., was already crowded when there were just two children, Paul Jr. and Lauren. With a third was on the way, it was time to raise the roof.
Having worked as an electrician and carpenter before joining the New York City Police Department in 1993, Officer Talty tackled most of the work himself.
He built a full second-story addition, working after his shift and on days off to get the place ready for Kelly, who was born in August.
Officer Talty built his career the way he remodeled his house — combining disparate elements in a master plan.
"Paul wasn't driven to be a hero like some others on the force," said his sister-in- law Lisa Talty. There are many teachers in his family, but no policemen. "He became a policeman because he wanted to take care of his family."
Officer Talty was nonetheless dedicated to police work, especially after joining the emergency services unit.
"You knew that if it came down to it, Paul would do whatever needed to be done,"said his friend Joseph McAuliffe.
Officer Talty, 40, loved the beach, and looked forward to vacationing in Naples, Fla., each winter.
He considered taking the police officer's test there, and going into teaching after he retired.
"Paul would have made a great teacher," said his wife, Barbara. "I always said 'I wish you were a teacher. It's a much less dangerous career.' "
Guest Book
There’s not a 9/11 anniversary or day that I’m in Wantagh officiating a volleyball match that I don’t think about Paul and his family. Great family and friends. I remember the day he came to my dry cleaners (CARAMEL CLEANERS) and ask me to sew on his new EMS patches. #FAMILYANDFRIENDS4LIFE
Jerome Best
September 05, 2021 | Friend
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Dear Paul we miss you very much
I spent much time asking about 911.
Some of my friends new of you,including my kids
Father. I am a cousin who never got to know you. My girlfriend meredith cried when she saw your video.
Congrats on your first grand child
Love Sharon
Sharon Talty
July 23, 2018 | Plainfield, NJ
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To the family of officer Talty,
I am a former North Las Vegas police officer in Las Vegas, NV and recently donated money to the 911 memorial fund via Palm mortuary located here in Las Vegas. My donation entailed me receiving a memorial United States flag and a short story of HERO from 911. Being a police officer myself, I requested a flag representing a brother in blue. I was lucky to receive the one representing Officer Talty and after reading a short story about him, It showed how brave,...
November 01, 2016
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Dear Barbara & family. On the 15th anniversary of 911, I want to touch base with you. In my home town, back then, I donated to the 911 police & fire, by buying a few bracelets. Paul Talty was one that I wore all the time, until it finally wore out & broke, but I never forgot. I even, back then sent you a photo of me with the bracelet on. (Maybe you remember) In any event, Paul, as many others, are heroes & never forgotten! God bless you, your family, other heroes & America. My email is...
Leslie Fiatte
September 11, 2016 | Countryside, IL
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we played together as kids , as our families were close . We watched each other grow throughout the years . My heart still aches for you & your family . Xoxo
Debbie Gajda
September 11, 2015 | Hebron, KY
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2015- We remember Paul as a great guy here at St Bernard in Cullman, ALabama.
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September 08, 2015 | Cullman, AL
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God, Bless You Paul....
Bill Orlando
September 12, 2014 | Babylon,, NY
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The pain remains...as does the love for Paul! !!
pat mcauliffe
September 11, 2014 | Clifton Park, NY
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