John (Jack) Toal passed peacefully at his home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on March 15, 2023, after a lengthy illness with his loving wife, Pamela at his side.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has lost a legend and it is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of retired New York Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) John (Jack) Toal. Born on December 9, 1942, Jack grew up in Woodside, Queens, a place he proudly valued, and would always consider home. Jack graduated from St. John's University in 1964, and began his career in government service with the US Army, 1st Calvary Division from 1967-1969, with a tour in Vietnam, and then entering the Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs and later DEA in 1969 in the New York Field Division. Jack went on to hold management positions during his career in Fort Lauderdale, FL, and DEA Headquarters before returning to DEA/NY as an ASAC, where he retired in 1996. Jack loved being a DEA Agent, and was well respected by his colleagues. Post retirement, Jack relocated back to Fort Lauderdale, embarking on a successful 20 year, investigative/consulting career.

Jack was fiercely passionate about politics, drinking good wine with good friends, and spent way too many years lamenting about the Mets needing to get their act together. Jack was famous for a lot of things; infamous for others. But most importantly, he was loved by his family he leaves behind: his wife Pamela, his dog Molly, step-daughter Danielle Gilbride and her husband John, his grandchildren Kaitlin and Brian, his nephew Bryan Shea, his niece Meredith Carrillo, and countless friends who he considered family. There will a Catholic Mass on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 10 AM at St. John the Baptist, 4595 Bayview Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL, followed by a celebration of life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the DEA Survivors Benefit Fund, or a no kill animal shelter.

Arrangements entrusted to Falowski Kalis McIntee Funeral and Cremation Services

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Mar. 19, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for John Toal

20 Entries

Tori Eggers

March 13, 2024

The world lost a brilliant, straight thinking, loyal friend and husband. My condolences to my dear friend Pam and all of his family and friends who miss him everyday. God Bless you.

Kevin Walsh

March 22, 2023

I have been so fortunate to have shared so many great times and adventures with Jack. I know I am not just speaking for myself but also for everyone who ever knew Jack when I say, "Thanks, Jack, for being such a great friend. You will really be missed."

Kevin Walsh

March 21, 2023

Kevin Walsh

March 21, 2023

Kevin Walsh

March 21, 2023

Jack has been a great friend and added so much to my life with all the adventures we shared and our time together. I know I am not just speaking for myself but for everyone who knew him when I say, "Thanks, Jack you were a special friend. We will miss you."

Jerry and Ellie Carey

March 21, 2023

Jack was a true stalwart for BNDD/DEA during the 70s in New York. The best for friends, and the worst for his criminal foes. Throughout his career, case after case carried the name of Jack Toal. He was one of a kind. Our condolences go out to Pam and the Toal family.

Gerry Franciosa

March 21, 2023

Jack was a gem, an agent of extraordinary talent...if you needed a backup it was Jack you wanted...although we lost time over our careers (jacks) I hooked up with Jack in South Florida...Jack continued to monitor threats against me by certain NY mob guys right to the end...I cannot say enough about Jacks investigative ability...he will be missed by all...rest in peace Jack and enjoy your second career in heaven...you deserve it!

Denni Wassell

March 21, 2023

I grew up with Jack in Woodside and this is a picture of me in the middle and Kevin Callanan on the left when we got together in Ft Lauderdale a few years back to celebrate old times.

Michael and Renee Mangold

March 21, 2023

We are so sorry to hear of Jack´s passing. Praying for comfort and peace for the family. He will be missed.

Fred Gregory

March 21, 2023

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Bill SEGARRA

March 20, 2023

My deepest sympathy to Jack´s family.
To many of us are leaving this earth to soon and leaving behind fond memories and families. We were not the Greatest Generation but we will be remembered as true Patriots who served in Vietnam, and many continued to serve their country ... like Jack. Jack did his part well and will be remembered by his DEA family forever. RIP Jack!
Bill Segarra
Retired DEA

Tom Ryan

March 19, 2023

Barbara Haggerty

March 19, 2023

RIP

Tom Ryan

March 19, 2023

I´ve known Jack since the seventh grade. We went to HS together SJU together and he was a member of my wedding.

Rest easy old friend and thanks for the memories.

Richie Oakley

March 19, 2023

I first met Jack as a newly minted agent just out of training, reporting to the New York Field Division.
Jack was a very caring individual with excellent investigative skills.
He had many friends who would sorely miss him.
Pam and family, please accept my heartfelt condolences and prayers.

Chuck Davis

March 18, 2023

Jack was a hero to many, a confidant to others and a friend to all. His passing is a loss to our entire community.

George whelan

March 18, 2023

J J Mateer

March 18, 2023

Pam: sorry for your loss.
J.J. and Grace Mateer

J J Mateer

March 18, 2023

Jack and I were in BNDD 6 together September 1969. We were both recent returnees from Vietnam, he with the 1st Cav, me with the 101st Abn Division. (Many stories) worked together and stayed in touch over the years. One of the good guys.

George whelan

March 18, 2023

Too many mutual adventures to recall. Double entendre intentional. A man of unconditional loyalty to friends of whom there were legions. Dedicated to DEA to the end. Encyclopedic memory of TOC figures. Simply a great guy.

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