FOP Garden State Lodge 3

02/15/2026

Rest easy brother. RIP.

01/25/2026

RIP Brother

With profound sadness, the New Jersey Fraternal Order of Police mourns the passing of Chaplain Jim McGuire.

Chaplain McGuire was a pillar of our organization and the law enforcement community. Elected Chaplain of the NJ State FOP Lodge in September 2020, he devoted more than five decades to the Fraternal Order of Police, having been a proud member since 1973. He honorably served the Jersey City Police Department for 33 years, retiring as a Lieutenant after a career marked by meritorious service.

His commitment to the FOP was unwavering—serving as Treasurer of Jersey City Lodge #4 for 14 years and holding numerous State FOP committee roles, including long-standing service on Ways & Means, Tactical North, and Tactical Central Committees. Beyond the FOP, Chaplain McGuire was a dedicated leader within the Honor Legion of the Police Departments of the State of New Jersey, including a decade as Chairman of the Awards Committee.

Chaplain McGuire’s legacy is one of faith, service, leadership, and compassion. He will be deeply missed, but his impact will never be forgotten.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who had the honor of serving alongside him.

Rest in peace, Chaplain McGuire. Your watch is complete. 🕊️💙

09/23/2025

Today, members of FOP Garden State Lodge #3 were honored to stand with our brothers and sisters as the New Jersey State FOP proudly endorsed Jack Ciattarelli to be the next Governor of New Jersey.

09/18/2025

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Michael L. Cipriano "Cip" of Pennsauken, on September 15, 2025, passed away suddenly at 52 years. Devoted brother of Michelle (Salvatore) Bonamassa; Cherished uncle of Natalie, Julia and Jessica; Caring nephew of Roseanna DiBrienza; Dear cousin of Nicole DiBattista & second cousin of Vito Aviolla; A...

09/16/2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Michael Cipriano, 52, who passed away suddenly on September 15, 2025.

Michael dedicated 20 years of service to our community, and his loss is deeply felt by all who knew him. Please keep the Cipriano family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Funeral arrangements will be announced in the coming days. Thank you for your support and compassion.

09/04/2025

Today we gathered outside Pennsauken Police Headquarters to honor the memory of Brother George Bowman, who gave his life in the line of duty 30 years ago.

We are truly thankful to everyone who came out to pay their respects and stand with us in remembrance. A special thank you to the Bowman family for being with us—your strength and presence mean so much.

Rest in peace, Brother Bowman. You will never be forgotten. 💙

09/03/2025

Today is the day. Hope to see you there.

08/27/2025

Brothers and Sisters,

This year marks the 30th Anniversary of Brother George Bowman’s line-of-duty death. We will gather to honor his memory:

📅 Wednesday, September 3, 2025
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Pennsauken Police Headquarters
(Front lot by the PPD LODD Monument)

Please join us as we remember and honor the sacrifice of Brother Bowman.

Garden State Lodge #3

09/03/2024

29 years ago Brother George Bowman passed away after suffering a heart attack in the line of duty. Every FOP in this state knows the name but, the young members may not know the story.

On Thursday, July 20, 1995, Patrolman Bowman was involved in a motor vehicle pursuit that traveled through several different towns. The pursuit finally ended in Audubon and Patrolman Bowman was able to arrest one of the suspects. After securing the suspect in the rear of his marked police unit, Patrolman Bowman collapsed, suffering a heart attack. His fellow Officers performed CPR on Patrolman Bowman and he was transported to the hospital. Unfortunately Patrolman Bowman lapsed into a coma and never regained consciousness, passing on September 3, 1995.

Patrolman Bowman was a Vietnam Veteran. With the police department, he was a former K9 handler. At the time of his passing, Patrolman Bowman was the president of the Fraternal Order of Police, Garden State Lodge #3. He was very active union man who fought for and won several rights for his fellow union Brothers and Sisters. He also did so much work for police survivors in this state, that the New Jersey State Fraternal Order of Police named their survivors fund after him.

Patrolman Bowman is survived by his wife, Barbara, and their two children. Rest in Peace Brother, you are not forgotten.

02/16/2024

We miss you brother. Rest easy.