Rabbi Alvin Kass, the longest-serving chaplain in the New York Police Department, has died at the age of 89. Kass was renowned for his compassionate leadership, notably rushing to Ground Zero after the September 11 attacks and leading meaningful religious services for emergency responders. Over his six decades of service, he guided generations of police officers through tragedies and milestones, advocating for the rights of Jewish officers and providing spiritual care to all. Kass's legacy includes not only his work within the department but also his decades of service to Brooklyn congregations and his memorable role in resolving a hostage crisis with pastrami sandwiches. He is remembered as a pillar of faith, unity, and kindness whose example will endure.