An Albany police detective has passed away after a long battle with cancer. 

The Albany Police Department posted Wednesday that Detective Kevin Meehan died.

Meehan was a member of the Albany Police Department for 13 years. He was diagnosed with late stage cancer in December 2016. 

He is being remembered as a dedicated member by the department.

Viewing hours will be held Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Albany Capital Center. A funeral is set for Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Saint Mary's Church.