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Law Enforcement
Fundraiser for 9/11 first responder Detective 2nd Grade John Edgar in need of a double lung transplant
Law Enforcement
Illness
United States
New York
Created April 2nd, 2025

Friends and family are asking for your help in assisting a fellow Detective and 28-year member of the NYPD. John Edgar a Detective with the FBI task force in CEIS was a first responder during the 9/11 attacks and is now in the hospital in desperate need of a double lung transplant due to 9/11 related causes. Because of the mounting medical expenses and the extensive care and rehabilitation that John will need after surgery; we are asking for your help in coming together to assist John and his family through this difficult time. All proceeds go directly to John. We appreciate all your help in taking care of Detective Edgar. Thank you for your support!!! 

Updates

April 21st, 2025
Erik Hirsch, Organizer

https://www.lawtontursofuneralhome.com/obituaries/John-J-Edgar?obId=42102366

April 19th, 2025
Erik Hirsch, Organizer

Det. John Edgar EOW April 19,2025 rest easy 💔

April 11th, 2025
Erik Hirsch, Organizer

Today is a great day! John is awake and was able to come off of the ventilator this afternoon, he is presently with his family :) 

April 9th, 2025
Erik Hirsch, Organizer

Hello everyone,

UPDATE: John received a phone call this morning that they had a pair of lungs for him!!!  He is presently in surgery....keep John in your thoughts and prayers!!! 

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pam skalaban
pam skalaban donated $50

Continue positive thoughts and prayers for a good surgical outcome and seamless recovery

1 year ago
Julio Micheli
Julio Micheli donated $500

If John needs anything else…please let me know!!

1 year ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
1 year ago
Vincent Lanzieri
Vincent Lanzieri donated $150

I’ve known John, for 10 years and he’s always been quick to help and give words of wisdom. May God bless and keep you strong 🙏🏻 You got this Ramboni! 💪🏻

1 year ago
Michael Dunphy
Michael Dunphy donated $100
1 year ago
Keith Livingston
Keith Livingston donated $100

My prayers are with you John!!!

1 year ago
Kenneth Smith
Kenneth Smith donated $100
1 year ago
Chris Ward
Chris Ward donated $100
1 year ago
Gaetano La Mazza
Gaetano La Mazza donated $100
1 year ago
Joel Liuzzi
Joel Liuzzi donated $25
1 year ago

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Fundraiser for 9/11 first responder Detective 2nd Grade John Edgar in need of a double lung transplant
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