ARTHUR MCNEVIN

Artie was my training Sgt when I went to the 20 Pct.as a rookie in 1960. We ran into each other again at the 106 SH and he was kind enough to offer me a job in TPF. I will never forget his laugh and big smile. He was one in a million. A real mensch.

Chief Artie McNevin, one of the few great bosses and men I've had the privilege of knowing.
Rest in peace, Chief.
Tony Bianculli
Tactical Patrol Force
NYPD (retired)

Artie's positive attitude was infectious. His understanding of the human equation, balanced with intellect, but... mostly his heart will be missed. He was admired by many.

Till we meet again comrade-

My first Desk Officer when I went to the 75 as a Police Trainee. A great guy who you had to learn from. He was a mentor who treated me like a friend or even family over the next 30 years. I retired 30 years later and he was still a mentor and a friend who helped with the job interviews and advice for a new career. He will not be forgotten. God Bless!

I first met Chief Arthur McNevin when he was a Captain and I was assigned to the Auto Crime Unit. Some years later, as I was promoted to Lt., he selected me to be the Operations Coordinator of TPF. He was a great guy and a wonderful boss, who always looked out for his men. He may be gone, but will never be forgoten by those who knew him.

Arthur was a natural boss. He didn't succumb to the pressures of the bureaucracy. His true claim to fame was his roll as director of Operation Pressure Point, NYPD's largest grug forcement initiative. It transformed the Lower East Side into a very habitable community. This operation brought Artie and I together, and thus began, a true and rewarding friendship.

As a struggling graduate student, my father-in-law, Arthur McNevin loaned us his car for what turned out to be a three year loan. He never asked for it back because he knew we needed it. When going out to dinner seemed beyond our means, he treated us. He always seemed to know when to step in and quietly help. He showed up for the birth of our twins, and seemed so proud. He was accomplished at work, but his heart was never far from his family. He helped without asking. May my children learn such an important lesson.

A good boss,a great guy and he will be toasted at The TPF re-union on Nov 19 by his admirers.
Jack McCann
President RDNY

I first met Ptl McNevin when I observed his dome light in my rear
view mirror. I was 17. No ticket. My mother and her friend spoke for me. I think it was their brogue.He was the same cop I worked for in the 20Pct.
I can see that he never changed thru the ranks.

Dear Pat the best thing about my move to Las Vegas was moving next door to you and Arthur I will miss him..Love Shiela,Frankie and Johnny

Rest in peace

Athur, you helped me on the job and I valued your advice. I will miss you. Rest in peace, God bless you.

October 25, 2009

Artie McNevin was my Squad Sergeant in TPF in 1961. He was popular, informal and understanding - but there was never any doubt he was boss. I saw him hundreds of times over the years, last time at the 2004 TPF Reunion; and he was always the same warm, smiling, glad-to-see-ya guy as at the get-go. He never forgot where he came from. He was one of the best, at every level. We willl miss him.

I had the honor and pleasure of working for Chief McNevin in PBMS in the 1980's. He was a great boss, a true gentleman, and above all a cop's cop. My Prayers to Patsy and his family, he will be sorely missed by all he has touched over the years. I am blessed to have known him.

Artie McNevin belonged to that select group that we call " One of a Kind". No one can disagree with the positive reflections expressed in the guest book. So let me add one more " Artie McNevin was the kind of guy that when his name was mentioned, everyone smiled".

I wasn't just privileged to have Chief McNevin as my Commanding Officer at TPF, but also as a good neighbor and friend of my family who lived across the street while I was growing up. His two oldest children, Douglas (Little Doug) and Bonnie were my playmates on the block. So, I had the best of both worlds. A great, Commanding Officer, Neighbor and Friend. He will be dearly missed.



Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Chief Arthur McNiven was an exceptional ranking Officer, who was among the best and the brightest of those with whom we served.

Chief McNiven had a wonderful way with people, and it was a pleasure to work in his Command.

Chief, Rest In Peace.

Redmond P. Burke, Retired Captain

I knew Chief McNevin first as Arthur, growing up across the street from him in Howard Beach. He and my father, who died in 1971, were real buddys. I went on to the Navy and then to the Police Department at his strong urging. We lost touch from time to time, but I knew he was always there for me and that was very reassuring. I "hooked" up with him late in his carear in Manhattan South where he was of course well liked and did one heack of a job. My mother who died at age 94 this past December and had not seen Arthur in 40 years, would still ask about him. He made a great impression on everyone and as you all know was the last of a dieing breed.

Artie and I never worked together but knew each other through John Jay College and many conferences. Always a gentleman, Artie leaves a lasting impression as a good man and a good cop. Rest in Peace.

The chief was a great boss and a real gentleman. He was a cop's cop. They don't make them like him anymore.

Anchors Aweith, Arthur
Doris Scarangello, Yonkers, NY

I only met him once and he made a lasting impression as a talented gentleman with great leadership skills. He is in my prayers.

Dear McNevin Family,

Artie and Dennis are having some good laughs and telling stories now and I am sure they are not empty handed.


Our thoughts are with your family and friends during this time.

Pat Ryan & Family

The Chief was one of those special " Bossess" that you are blessed to have worked for or known during your time " On the Job ".He is now resting with the Angels but will be remembered for his service to New York City and for the leadership he provided to many a young TPF street cop.

Jim Wegman, 5th Squad TPF, Retired Detective. Sun Lakes, Arizona

I had the privilege of working for Chief McNevin while he was The Boss at TPF. He was the best and will always be remembered by all who ever worked for him. A wonderful person.

An unforgettable Man as well as the finest Commanding Officer I ever worked for. He had an absolutely wonderful way of including you in his world that I will never forget. A remarkable person I feel fortunate to have known. R.I.P. Chief.

I remember him fondly as the Commanding Officer of Patrol Borough Brooklyn South when I became the Commanding Officer of the 67 Precinct. He was very kind and had a great sense of humor. May he rest in peace.

Chief McNevin was one of the finest men I worked for and with in the NYPD. You always felt that he was more like a partner than your boss. A true leader.

I had the privilege of our paths crossing many times in our careers and as college students.

He was my Commanding Officer when I retired. I will always remember our talk reminiscing our 25 year association...indeed I left on a high note. Thanks Chief, rest in well deserved peace.

Ret. Lt. Edward Donovan
Yorktown Hts. NY

Dear Patricia & Family,
Our prays are with you and your family. I was very fortunate to have worked with the Chief in Manhattan South. He was a true gentleman and a great leader who was respected and admired by all who worked with him.
Sincerely
The Nasta Family

He was a friend. I am truly sorry to hear of his passing.
Dan McMahon, ret, Inspector

I had the pleasure of working with him and for him at various times in the NYPD He was truly a man of Honor and a friend. He is was a part of what made the NYPD, "The Finest".

Frank A. Bolz, Jr, NYPD ret

A nice man ,classy, and a great chief.

Dear Patricia and Family,

Our family feels your loss deeply. Our heartfelt sympathies and prayers surround you during your time of sorrow.

Arthur, or as our father called him: "MAC" were rookie cops together and radio car partners. They were brothers on the job and comrades in life.



Arthur and Dad are now telling - "war stories", they died within 10 weeks of each other


The Voelker Family

A great boss. A gentlemen. A great Cop. It was an honor to have worked with you Chief. Rest in peace.

John Villanueva
Retired Detective

Hi Pat,

We are so sorry to hear about Art. Mom called and filled us in on your saga with the arrangements. You know Art is laughing at this right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Rick, Betsy, Maggie, Mack Shannon, Barb (mom) and Chuck

It was a great honor to have served with Arthur McNevin he was one of the most honorable men I had the good fortune to have known and served with.
Eamon "Pat" Gonzalez
NYPD Insp. Retired
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Arthur was a good man -- a good boss -- and a great American! Where have they all gone?

Saint Michael has another member of New Yorks finest in his heavenly army of heros. A true gentleman and man of character. I was and am proud and honored to have known him and will always respect his contribution to New York and America. He was truly a member of the greatest generation. Rest in Peace until we meet again.

Rest In Peace CHIEF - A true gentleman and friend of a cop.

Last of Breed. Rest in Peace "Boss".
God Bless you and your family.
Ret. Sgt. William Friedlander

We had some good times in The Bronx. R.I.P. Chief.

REST IN PEACE CHIEF. It was an honor to have worked for you and to have known you !!

Tom Fitzgerald
Bronx New York.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends during this time.