 To the Braga family;

I relayed the information about Terry's funeral service  to a fellow member, with the date, time, and location  and asked him to enter that information on two (2) different websites.  Unfortunately, he entered the wrong DATE in both locations; he listed the services on the twenty-NINTH of May, instead of the twenty-SEVENTH.  

I did not discover this error until I fielded several angry calls from  members about the mix-up.  I take full responsibility, and apologize to the Braga family if the turnout wasn't what was expected, and not enough of us were there to show Terry and the Braga family the respect they deserved at such a difficult time.

 Once again, Terry, your fellow members of the Manasota 10-13 Club were proud to have you amongst us.  May you rest in peace.

I was proud and lucky to welcome Terry into HNT / TARU at a difficult time in the NYPD.  He was always the best in everything that he did, and with a sense of humor. Rest in Peace on Memorial Day and always.
Bob Louden - CO. HNT / TARU (retired)

Terry was a consistent figure at all the Annual Manasota 10-13 Club (Ret. NYPD Officers) Christmas Dinner Dances.  You could always count on Paulette and Terry supporting the 10-13 Club.  Our Club's addition of monthly Dine-A-Round's saw them regularly attending as well.  Terry hardly ever missed a monthly meeting.  He was a dedicated member who will be sorely missed.  You were taken from us too early.  On behalf of all your Brothers and Sisters in Blue of the Manasota 10-13 Club, may you rest in eternal peace, Anthony "Tony" Marone, President.

Great guy loved to hear his detective stories. I will never forget see him on HBO in the 80's . Tell that story all the time. He will be missed

Terry,  you were a proud, and well-liked  member of the Manasota 10-13 Club for a number of years.

We were all terribly saddened by the news of your passing this week, and our deepest condolences go out to your wife, Paulette, as well as your kids and grandkids.  

A co-worker of your in OCCB from 1981 - 1991, BILL  KREBS,  sends along his condolences as well.

Your name will be brought up at this month's meeting, Terry, accompanied by a moment of silence; not so much to mourn your passing, but to celebrate that  you lived.

Rest in peace, old friend; a lot of your former brothers in blue await your "reunion" behind those pearly gates............

With warmest regards,  

Joe Timmons, Treasurer,  and all members of the Manasota 10-13 Club.

Dear Paulette, Dawn, Eve and Family
     Please accept my sincere condolence in regards to your tragic loss.  It is with heavy heart that I write this message.  It was my pleasure to have worked with Terry in the NYPD /TARU. Terry was always one of my heroes who would take the time show you the ropes. He was a mentors when I was first assigned to the unit.  Although he was an experienced technical investigator, he never hesitated to share all his knowledge and experience.  Terry was looked upon by all his colleagues as a go-to-guy  who when you didn't know how to accomplish a technical problem, he would be able to figure it out for you, but never looked for the credit.  Terry served his country in the Navy and later a long career in the NYPD. The best way to describe Terry is to remember him as the gentleman he always was. He was dedicated to his family and friends and he always had the ability to put a smile on you face.  I will pray that God welcomes Terry into "The Kingdom of Heaven," Where he will enjoy eternal peace and everlasting happiness. My God Always Bless,  Paulette, Dawn and Eve, along  with the extended Braga family and may I remind you that; " The Best Is Yet To Come..."  Bob Benz , (Ret. NYPD /  TARU-7) 

OBITUARY

Terry T Braga

August 22, 1939 – May 16, 2018

Robert Toale and Sons Funeral Home at Manasota Memorial Park

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