Was just scrolling through some things online and found Remo’s obituary. Really sums up what a Gray man and cop he was

Remo Franceschini, 82, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2015 with his wife, Christine, by his side.

Remo was born in the Bronx to the late Leo and Teresa (Rubiano) Franceschini. Remo was a member of the Air Force, serving from 1951-1957. He joined the NYPD in 1957 and served as an officer for 35 years. Remo earned the heroic Combat Cross for Valour in 1961 and worked his way up to Commander of the Queens DA Squad. He dedicated his life’s work to the fight against organized crime. Remo retired in 1991 and was approached to chronicle his lifelong pursuit of John Gotti and the mafia in his book A Matter of Honor.

Remo met his wife, Christine, in retirement and spent his time as a golfer, beach lover, traveler and political enthusiast, enjoying life to the fullest in Florida. Remo was well known to be the last one on the dance floor. He also became an instant family man, embracing Christine’s three children and four grandchildren who were crazy about Papa and to whom he was the closest thing to a super hero they will ever know. Matthew, Pia and Cosima Constantino of New York City; JD, Jill, Quinn and Dennis Smith of East Greenwich, RI; Michael, Carlene and Milena Esposito of Hoboken, NJ. Remo loved all of the family dogs and they loved him more.

Remo is also survived by his sister Priscilla Thomas of Bronx, NY and his brother George and wife Sandy of Port St Lucie, Florida. He is also survived by seven nieces and nephews, who he was lovingly known as Uncle Sonny. He is predeceased by his first wife, Barbara.

Remo was fortunate in friendship and is survived by many dear and loyal friends who helped make much of the adventurous life he led. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Sunday March 8,2015 from 2-6pm at Waterbury & Kelly, 1300 Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10am at the Parish of St. Theresa’s, 1394 Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff Manor, N.