In Memory of Joseph DiPalma

It is with deep regret and sorrow that the Metropolitan Security Council has to announce the tragic and unexpected passing of our friend and colleague Joseph DiPalma.

I write this with a heavy heart, as I have been a friend of Joe's for many years. Joe was a person of great character and class. He has left his mark on all of us and he will not be forgotten.

I know that I speak for everyone, when I say that we all share in this loss.

Joe began his career more than thirty years ago, as a Security Officer in the Suffolk County Department of Social Services. He continued serving our community as an NYPD officer. Upon retirement, Joe joined the private sector. He was also the Sgt.-at-Arms of the Long Island Chapter of ASIS International and attended many MSC meetings.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Debra, his daughters Jaimie and Brooke, his family and his friends.

Please take a moment and say a prayer for Joe's family.

Visiting hours are Monday, 7:00PM - 9:30PM and Tuesday, 2:00PM - 4:30PM, & 7:00PM - 9:30PM, at the Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West Islip Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Highway . The funeral is at 10:00AM on Wednesday, at Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church, West Islip , L.I.
Please do not send flowers. There is a scholarship fund being set up for Joe's daughters. Call the funeral home, at 631-661-5644, for details.

Phil DeGorter
President MSC