John F. Gawley passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at the age of 84. Beloved Husband of the late Margaret M. Gawley. Loving Father of John Gawley, Noreen Gawley, Judy Gawley, Michael (Christine) Gawley & Denis Gawley. Cherished Grandfather of William, Brenna, Michael and Brigid. Dear Brother of Joe Gawley, Peggy Rice and the late Rosemarie Rogan. Mr. Gawley was a First Sergeant United States Marine Corps Veteran and retired NYPD Police Officer. Mass of Christian Burial offered at St. Mary’s Church on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at 10:30 AM. Private Cremation followed at Fresh Pond Crematory, Middle Village, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378.