Timothy E. Dowd

Timothy E. Dowd born December 16, 1943, in Jersey City, NJ to Rita Lattucca (nee McDonnell) and Edward Dowd passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, surrounded by family. Tim is survived by his three loving daughters; Kelly McKevitt, Michelle Dowd-Keenan (Christopher), and Celeste Tsiolas (Michael). His grandchildren who brought him immense joy; Cheryl Horgan (Dan), Christopher, Shannon and Shawn McKevitt, Christopher Keenan, and Hayden, Aurora and Rowan Tsiolas. His cherished great-grandchildren; Gracie Viegas, Alexandria and Johnathan Horgan. His sisters; Sharon DeMato, Nancy Dowd, Dawn Dowd, Donna Scarola, Randi Klepner and Patti Inglese. Robert McDonnell, a cousin who was more like a brother. As well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Tim joined the Jersey City Police Department in 1971, earning the rank of Detective. He retired in 1994, gaining many lifelong friends. He continued to be active running the annual Christmas party for Jersey City retired police officers.

Tim has had an impact on the lives of many people from his beloved Jersey City. In 1965, he began coaching Pop Warner football bringing fun, discipline, a sense of teamwork and sportsmanship to the youth in the community. He formed and served as Executive Director to the Jersey City Police Activity League and the New Jersey Police Athletic League. These programs provided young people with many opportunities they might not have had otherwise. Tim ran cultural trips, baseball, softball, basketball, football, cheer, karate and boxing programs. One of Tim's favorite programs was the Police Explorers. This program helped guide participants in training to become police officers. While he was proud of all of his explorers, he was most proud of the current Jersey City Deputy Chief of Police Daniel Sollitti. Tim also established a Police Explorer Academy that ran every summer at Fort Monmouth. Explorers from all of the state would compete in academic and physical training during the week long program.

Tim was an active member of the Democratic Party and the American Legion. Throughout his life he had several passions; the NY Giants, his Irish heritage, racing cars, riding his Harley, Corvettes, horses, setting a beautiful table and going to Cancun with friends among them. His most notable passion, however, was HOTDOGS! He was a connoisseur. Thumann's with mustard and onions was one of his favorites. A story that always amused our family was that prior to the wedding reception, he took the bridal party to George's hotdog cart located near Pershing field.

Tim touched the hearts of many people. He will be remembered for his big heart, kindness and love of his community.

A Visitation will be held on August 7th, 2025 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at D'Elia Funeral Home; 1300 Vermont Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701. A Memorial Gathering will take place on Friday; August 8th at 10:00 am with a Funeral Service beginning promptly at 10:30am at D'Elia Funeral Home; 1300 Vermont Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701.

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Tim's memory can be made to Tunnels to Towers at https://t2t.org/