TARRYTOWN, N.Y. - On Feb. 20, the community gathered to honor the life and legacy of Somers' Detective Sergeant Frank Lore, while shining a light on an issue that continues to affect first responders across the region: mental health.
The evening, held at The Sailhouse in Tarrytown, benefited Reps for Responders and supported its mission of addressing first responder mental health, men’s mental wellness, and assistance for the children of NYPD Officer Patrick McKee. Organizers emphasized that the event was about more than raising funds — it was about remembrance, connection, and continuing the work Lore’s life represented.
Participating organizations included MTA Police, MTA Guardians, White Plains PD, Westchester County Police, NYPD Women’s Endowment, New York Blue Rose, Reps for Responders, Ace Sanctuary, Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship, Port Authority Softball, Port Authority Emerald Society, New York Express Softball, Operation Santa’s SLED, and Dr. Stephen Wakschal of Northwell Health Center for Trauma and Emotional Resilience.
Lore dedicated more than 26 years to public service, ultimately rising to Detective Sergeant with the MTA Police Department. Known for his integrity, leadership and devotion to both his family and fellow officers, he was widely respected throughout the law enforcement community.
Last year, Lore tragically passed away while on medical leave for a cardiac condition. He is survived by his wife, Diana, and their eight children — Juliana, Frankie, Christopher, Rocco, Joseph, Daniella, Luca and Nicholas. Family and friends remembered him as a devoted father whose larger-than-life personality and infectious smile left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
In December, the outpouring of support for the Lore family was visible when Operation Santa’s S.L.E.D. organized a First Responder Christmas Parade at their Somers home. The Feb. 20 event carried that same spirit of solidarity forward.
Organizers described Lore’s story as a reminder of why the mission of supporting first responders and breaking the stigma around mental health matters so deeply. The evening focused on fostering real connection, reducing isolation, and creating meaningful support systems for the men and women who serve their communities every day.
To learn more about Reps for Responders, visit repsforresponders.org
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