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NYPD's Longest-Serving Chaplain Rabbi Alvin Kass Dies at 89

10/30/2025

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Rabbi Alvin Kass, the New York City Police Department's longest-serving chaplain, died at 89.
The NYPD confirmed his passing, ending a six-decade career serving officers and their families.
Kass joined the NYPD in 1966 and became its youngest chaplain.
He provided spiritual support during major events, including the aftermath of the September 11 attacks.
Funeral services will be held at his synagogue in Brooklyn.

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Rabbi Alvin Kass, the New York City Police Department's longest-serving chaplain, died at 89.
The NYPD confirmed his passing, ending a six-decade career serving officers and their families.
Kass joined the NYPD in 1966 and became its youngest chaplain.
He provided spiritual support during major events, including the aftermath of the September 11 attacks.
Funeral services will be held at his synagogue in Brooklyn.