Gerard Joseph O’Mara
| Brothers It is with heavy hearts that we relay the sad news that Gerard Joseph O’Mara “Pop” our Brother Knight, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on October 5th, 2024, and his soul now rests in God’s hands.  Gerard J. O’Mara February 5, 1941 – October 5, 2024 Gerard Joseph O’Mara passed painlessly and peacefully alongside family on October 5th, 2024. A lifelong resident of Brooklyn, NY, Jerry is survived by his loving, devoted, and doting wife of 62 years, Janet (Howlett), and their heartbroken sons and daughter in laws, Richard (Maureen Donnelly) and Raymond (Ellen Snyder). Jerry was the ever proud and loving Grandfather to Connor (Erin O’Connor), Christopher (Brittany Grapstul), Deirdre, and Drew and delighted in their every success. He was the smitten Great Grandfather of Abigail Rose and absolutely glowed in her presence. He leaves behind his caring sister, Patricia and brother-in-law Kevin Murray, and is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jerry was predeceased by his parents Margaret (Duggan) and Patrick Joseph, and his sister Mary Ann and brother-in-law James Ingleterra. A graduate of Pace University with a BBA in Business, Jerry worked most of his life as a Credit Collection Officer for firms in the textile and industrial industries. He eventually migrated to medical collections before he retired and devoted his second career to monthly trips to Atlantic City with Janet for over two decades. His passions included fishing, bowling, reading, gardening, and community service. Jerry was a proud member of the 5th Avenue BID, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and was a Fourth Degree Sir Knight in the Knight of Columbus, having served over 30 years as the Treasurer of Thomas Dongan Council 1251, his beloved home Council where he and Janet made lifelong friends with countless members and their families. An avid fan of the Giants, Mets, and Notre Dame he spent most of his days in misery. But the Lord was kind, and granted his beautiful blue eyes the ability to see each of his squads win the occasional championship. His yearly pilgrimages to Newfoundland to visit Janet’s vast kin were the touchstone of his life. The indelible memories that they forged there with family were never forgotten and shaped their lives. Jerry leaves countless mourning family members back “Home.” Deeply religious, Jerry served as a Eucharistic Minister for many years and was a lifelong parishioner of Our Lady of Angels RC Church. Known widely as “Poppi” or “Pop” to the generations of admirers that came to know and respect him, Jerry’s smile and easy-going demeanor were his calling card in life. Educated, thoughtful, reflective, and analytical Jerry was never unprepared for any serious discussion. His geniality also prepared him to engage in some serious chop busting when the conditions called for it as well. He was a complete man in every sense, and will be greatly missed by all those who respected and loved him. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in his memory to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Tunnel to Towers Foundation. For more information, and the full obituary: Obituary | Gerard O’Mara | Clavin Funeral Home VISITATION Tuesday, October 8, 2024 7-9 PM (*Private, Family Only) Wednesday, Ocotber 9, 2024 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM Clavin Funeral Home 7722 4th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11209 Complimentary Valet Parking Available Get Directions: View Map FUNERAL MASS Thursday, October 10, 2024 10:15 AM Our Lady of Angels R.C. Church 7320 4th Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11209 Get Directions: View Map This Wednesday’s meeting is cancelled. All Brothers are encouraged to attend the Visitation. For those Brothers planning to attend, we will meet at the Council at 7pm and then go as a group to the wake  VIVAT JESUS |
Angelo Fatheruse
Brothers
It is with heavy hearts that we relay the sad news that The Father-In-Law of our Brother Knight Steve Gorton has passed away on September 19, 2024.
Visitation was at Scarpaci Funeral Home on Sunday, September 22, 2024 from 2pm – 7pm.
The Servcice was at St. Francis Cabrini RC Church on Monday, September 23, 2024 at 10am.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Angelo, please visit our Tree Store.
GENEVIEVE HOLLORAN
3rd ANNUAL
MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2024
5PM – 9PM
taking place at the
SALTY DOG BAR & RESTAURANT
7509 3RD AVENUE
Brooklyn, NY 11209
The 14th Annual John J “Big Bird” Moloney III Golf Outing
Thomas Dongan Council is Happy to Announce
The 14th Annual
John J “Big Bird” Moloney III
Golf Outing
June 28, 2024
Greetings my Brothers! Time to get to work! Golf is upon us….
Dongan Council’s Fourteenth Annual John J. “Big Bird” Moloney III Golf Outing once again looks to celebrate John’s passion for life, his love of family and friends, and his devotion to our Order’s charitable endeavors. As in years past, we seek to fund a scholarship to Cathedral Prep School & Seminary for a local student.
Our Outing this year will take place Friday, June 28th, 2024 at Dyker Beach Golf Course, with a Registration BBQ beginning at 11:30am, and a 1:00pm Shotgun Scramble Tee-off. Inclusive of the $200 per person fee will be 18 holes of golf, a cart, refreshments, prizes, the Registration BBQ and a full reception on premise starting at 7:00 pm. Can’t make golf? The reception is also available to you for only $100 per person.
We are again calling on the generosity of our members, friends, family, and sponsors to make this year’s event the most successful ever. Accordingly, Hole Sponsorships will again be available for $100 each.
It is expected that this year’s Outing will be a complete sell-out. Therefore, it is imperative that your reservations with full payment be made a.s.a.p. to secure your spot. Please use the form (download here) to reserve your foursomes, dinner reservations, or hole/raffle sponsorships! Please join us as we celebrate “Big Bird’s” memory, his devotion to charity, and his love of others!
On behalf of the entire Golf Committee, please accept our thanks for your consideration and support of our efforts year after year! We so look forward to seeing y’all on the 28th of June! Let’s make this one the best one yet!
God bless.
Richie O’Mara
917-769-4624
Sofia Sbordone
Brothers
It is with heavy hearts that
we relay the sad news that
Sofia Sbordone
Mother to
our dear friend Lidia,
passed away this week
and her soul now
rests in God’s hands.
Sofia Sbordone
May 1, 1929 – January 22, 2024
VISITATION
Friday, January 26, 2pm-8pm
Scarpaci Funeral Home
1401 86th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11228
SERVICE
Saturday, January 27, 10:30am
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
7201 15th Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11228
KofC Free Throw Championship!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Saturday, January 27th 5:30pm
St. Patrick’s School Gym
401 97th Street (Parking Lot Entrance)
Brooklyn NY, 11209
Sponsored By: Thomas Dongan Council #1251
- Free Participation for Boys and Girls ages 9-14.
- Signed Parental Consent Form and Birth Certificate is required for ALL participants. Forms will be available at the check-in table on the day of the event.
- All participants will receive participation certificates.
- Each contestant receives three warm-up shots followed by 15 consecutive Free Throw attempts from the appropriate age-designated foul line. To break a tie, contestants take a second round of five free throws until a winner emerges.
- Winners of each age/gender group will move on to District, Conference, State, Regional, and International competitions.
- Questions? Call Connor O’Mara at 917-208-7022 or email at comara415@gmail.com
Joe Pizzi Fundraiser
Our own Jimmy Pipes ran a fundraiser that many of our brothers participated in. The money raised will go to outfit Joe’s Jeep with the necessary features, so he can drive again. His leg was amputated due to medical reasons, so this was an important charitable moment for our Council. You can still donate – please contact Jimmy Pipes directly or you can inquire at the club. Here are the boxes, so any of you who have one can reference them easily during the game.
