Theatrical Teamsters Local 817

06/04/2026

Happy 100th Birthday Teamsters Local 817! Here's to another 100 years Union Strong 🎉🥳

05/12/2026

04/27/2026

With our deepest regrets, we must inform you of the passing of Local 817 retired member Mike Hyde. For over 46 years, Mike was a proud member of the local, and at one time served on our executive board. He is survived by his wife Monika and his two daughters Kristin and Michelle, who is a fellow member. Our condolences to all his family, he will be greatly missed.

For anyone looking to pay their respects, there will be a service at Michael J. Higgins Funeral Service - Congers, NY.
113 Lake Road East Congers, NY 10920.
Friday, May 8th - 2pm - 6pm

04/15/2026

At the request of the Cremin Family, please see the information below regarding the passing of Timothy Cremin, father of John Cremin and Grandfather to Chris Cremin, fellow members.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Celebrate the life of Timothy Cremin, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whalen & Ball Funeral Home.

04/13/2026

At the request of Local 817 Brother Frank McKenna, please see the information below regarding the passing of his brother, Michael McKenna, whom many of you may have known.

Our thoughts and condolences are with Frank and his family during this difficult time.

Frederick Funeral Home
192-15 Northern Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11358
718-357-6100
Passed on April 8, 2026

VISITATION
Saturday, April 18, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 19, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

FUNERAL MASS
St. Ann Roman Catholic Church
58-02 146th Street
Flushing, NY 11355
10:30 a.m.

03/30/2026

One of our fellow 817 teamster brothers David Chacon is going through a serious health crisis and if you would like to help his family during this time of hardship, consider sharing this link or donating to their gofund at:

Hi I’m Sharon , David Chacons wife my husband woke up one morning and coul… Sharon Chacon needs your support for Teamster Family: Aid David Chacon's Healing

02/06/2026

We regret to inform you of the passing of active Local 817 member Richard Schrimp. He is survived by his wife, Donna and daughter, Isabella. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

View Richard Thomas Schrimp's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

02/04/2026

Senator Josh Hawley pushes Netflix's CEO to commit to growing US based productions and jobs.

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01/21/2026

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01/20/2026

Remembering all the tireless efforts made by Teamsters from countless locals that drove out and showed up to help fellow Teamsters and their families deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. We are proud to say Local 817 was among the many Teamster Locals that helped with the Teamster Disaster Relief.

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