TANCREDI – Emil R. of Wantagh, NY on August 22, 2022 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of the late Elaine. Devoted father of Patricia Consalazio (Peter), Erin Lyktey (Eugene), Kirstin MacPherson (Sean), and Jennifer FitzGerald (Bill). Loving grandfather of Dominick, Genna, Joseph, Samantha, and Luke. Adored brother of Maryann Flavin (the late Dennis). Cherished uncle of Lori Flavin. Dedicated Police Officer in NYPD Transit Division. Family will receive friends Thursday, 2 pm – 5 pm and 7 pm – 9 pm, at the Charles J. O’Shea Funeral Homes, 603 Wantagh Ave. (Exit 28 N. SS Pkwy) Wantagh, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, 10 am, at St. Frances de Chantal R.C. Church. Interment to follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park Cemetery. www.osheafuneral.com