James Dunne

DUNNE, HON. JAMES LAWRENCE, age 82, of Sea Cliff, New York, died on May 21, 2023. James was born in Sea Cliff, NY, on July 11, 1940, to Dr. Michael J. Dunne and Maureen J. Dunne. Raised in Sea Cliff, James graduated from Chaminade High School (1958) and went on to obtain his B.A. from St. John’s University (1962) and St. John’s University School of Law, Brooklyn, (L.L.B. 1965) and (J.D. 1968).

Following law school, James was appointed a Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from September 1965 to October 1971. He was stationed in Charlotte, North Carolina, Detroit Michigan and New York City, NY. James’ work in the FBI included bank robbery, organized crime and counter espionage. During this time, James received multiple commendations for bravery and excellence and was given honorable membership in the Detroit Police Department. James’ FBI work continued later in life as he was appointed a Special Investigator for the FBI (BICS) from 2003 to 2017.

Following his service with the FBI, James joined the law firm of Healy, Tuohy & Dunne, located in Huntington, NY, (1972). His general practice included criminal law, divorce, wills, trusts and estates, landlord tenant matters, and real estate. James also specialized in environmental matters in Nassau County. He was a co-founder of the Hempstead Harbor Coalition as well as a member of numerous local environmental charities. James was a member of North Shore Kiwanis and was highly active in many of the club’s charitable events and activities.

In 1975, James married Lynda Isabelle Herring in Sea Cliff, NY. They had a son, James Carson Dunne, in 1982. James and Lynda enjoyed extensive travelling together, playing golf at Brookville Country Club and spending time at their condominium in St. Croix, USVI. They remained happily married until James’ death.

James was elected Justice of the Village of Sea Cliff from 1976 to 1984. James continued to be an active member of the community and shared the law offices of Dunne & Healy in Sea Cliff, with his son, James, until his death.

James was predeceased by his parents, Michael J. Dunne, MD and Maureen J. Dunne; and his siblings, Mary P. Wiemann, Michael J. Dunne II, MD, Eileen T. Dunne, and William J. Dunne. James is survived by his wife Lynda; his son James; his daughter-in-law Allison; his sisters, Deirdre A. Rabago and Patricia A. Dunne; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; as well as beloved family members in Ireland.

Contributions may be made to:

Mutual Concerns Committee

Peggy Como, Pres.

P.O. Box 164

Sea Cliff, NY 11579