Richard Rogala, 86, of Syracuse passed away suddenly on Sunday afternoon, November 10, 2019.

Richard was born on March 25, 1933 to the late Anthony and Adele Osinski Rogala. He served with the US Army in the Korean War. After his service, he went to work with Pass & Seymour and retired after 40+ years. Richard also operated a TV repair service for several years. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Surviving are his sisters, Mary Alice Davis and Carolyn (Thomas) O’Hara; and his nieces and nephews, Marcia, Wendy, Todd, Sean, and Scott.

Richard was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Bill Davis.

Richard will always be remembered for his compassion and sense of humor – he was a loving, caring and gentle man.

A memorial Mass will be said at St. Rose of Lima Church, North Syracuse, on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow in the North Syracuse Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the CNY SPCA in honor of Richard's love of animals.

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