We are raising our mugs of coffee in honor of Jack Soo of "Barney Miller," whose character Nick Yemana couldn't make a decent cup of Joe but was a hilarious and treasured part of life at the 12 Precinct. Soo died on this day in 1979, at age 61. Please share your memories of Mr. Soo. | WPIX Archives

Remembering Jack Soo, who passed away on this day in 1979. Soo is best remembered as Nick Yemana from #BarneyMiller, a character known for his deadpan delivery and terrible coffee. ☕️🤣 In a special episode dedicated to Jack Soo after his passing, the cast of #BarneyMiller reflects on his funniest and most memorable moments. Watch #BarneyMiller every day at 12a ET on FETV! 🚓 | FETV

Remembering Jack Soo, who passed away on this day in 1979💔 He is best known for his dry, deadpan sense of humor playing Detective Nick Yemana on #BarneyMiller Watch #BarneyMiller every night at 11:35p ET on FETV! 🚔 | FETV

Remembering Jack Soo, who passed away on this day in 1979💔 He is best known for his dry, deadpan sense of humor playing Detective Nick Yemana on #BarneyMiller Watch Barney Miller everyday at 12a ET on FETV! | FETV