Mike Marchan

Jeannine David

Greg Chevalley

Ed Herting

In 2013, we added a scholarship to honor Jeannine David, who lost her battle with cancer in 2012. Jeannine was our first Vinny Perri Memorial Scholarship winner in 1990.

In 2016, we added a scholarship to honor our fallen friend, brother and hero, Firefighter Greg Chevalley, who passed away in 2015 due to complications from cancer caused by ingesting the air at the World Trade Center following 9/11.

In 2017 we added a scholarship to honor one of Bayport’s finest, Ed Herting, who passed away earlier that year. Ed was an outspoken supporter of all things Bayport-Blue Point, residing here for over 45 years, serving in the FDNY as well Chief of the Bayport Fire Department.

In our 31st year, we will be honoring Tom Reid for his commitment and dedication to the Vinny Perri Memorial Scholarship over the last thirty years.

Thank You Tom.

The Vinny Perri Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memory of a man who gave unselfishly to the community of Bayport Blue Point. The members of the committee wish to honor one of our founding members who just like Mr. Perri himself was a man who gave unselfishly to our community in so many ways.

Tom Reid was a husband, dad, veteran of the US Army, printer, DJ, publisher, civic association leader and a valuable member of our scholarship committee.

We asked people who knew him for comments and feelings about Tom and the following are what they shared. Tom had the kindest heart; he couldn’t say no to anyone. He had a way of bringing people together. He always had “a guy” for something you needed. He always saw the best in people. He had a dry sense of humor and never seemed to get rattled. If there were any problems, they could always be fixed up with a cup of coffee and a slice of chocolate cake.

Tom was creative and always conducted his journey through life with positivity and optimism. He was a joy to know. He made a difference, and we will miss him.

Wayne R. Rogers, Sr.

2021 Honoree

Always in Our Hearts