John T. Walsh
Born: Sun., Aug. 17, 1941
Died: Sat., Feb. 9, 2013
Funeral Mass
10:00 AM Mon., Feb. 18, 2013
Location: Blessed Sacrament Church
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John T. Walsh, 71, of East Syracuse passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side. John was born in New York City, son of Patrick and Bernadine Walsh. He moved to Syracuse at the age of six.
He was a graduate of Assumption High School and attended Onondaga Community College. He served two years in the US Army. He retired as a Lieutenant after 35 years of service with the Syracuse Fire Dept.
John was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed attending all his grandchildren's sporting events and school activities. He enjoyed vacationing in Monument Beach, Cape Cod. He was predeceased by his son, John Patrick, a granddaughter Hayden Newman, a brother Patrick, two sisters Mary Shelia, and Irene.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Virginia (Bloss), two daughters Stacy Walsh-Newman (Carl), and Sara Walsh-Gilkey (Adam), both of E. Syracuse, his beloved grandchildren Ryann, John Patrick, Christopher, Matigan May and Tatumn, his brother James, of Arlington, VA and several nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his wife, daughters and grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday February 18 at 10:00 AM in Blessed Sacrament Church 3127 James St. Syracuse. There will be no calling hours. A private burial will be held in the spring.
Contributions may be made to the Humane Association of CNY, or CNY SPCA, or Hospice of CNY.
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Neubauer's
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Posted Wed February 13, 2013
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Ginny, Sara, Stacy and family-We are very sorry for your loss. He was a good man and will be missed by all.
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valerie and john lake
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Posted Wed February 13, 2013
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virginia and family, so sorry to hear of john's passing. he was a pleasure to know and work with. i always considered john as a good friend. he will be truly missed. john and val
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John & Joanne Harrington
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Posted Thu February 14, 2013
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Ginny and Family-
We are sorry to hear of John's passing.. you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Mark Bartowski (SFD Ret.)
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Posted Thu February 14, 2013
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My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time of sorrow. May he rest in peace.
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Jerry,and Carol Lord
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Posted Thu February 14, 2013
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Dear Ginny,and Family,Carol,and I were very saddened to hear of John's passing.Two of the things I admired most about John,were his easy going manner,and his great sense of humor I was privileged to have worked with John,but more so,to have called him friend.May he rest in peace.
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Karen Ostrander Ryan
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Posted Thu February 14, 2013
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On behalf of my father, Chief "Charlie-O" Ostrander, I extend sympathy to the family of Lieutenant Walsh. God bless you and give you peace.
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Mattydale Fire Department, Mattydale, NY
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Posted Thu February 14, 2013
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The Officers and Members
of the
Mattydale Fire Department
and
Ladies Auxiliary
join in extending
Heartfelt Sympathy
to you and your family at this
Time of Sorrow.
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GERRY CHARLES
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Posted Thu February 14, 2013
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Ginnie and family. I am sorry for your loss. I had no idea that Joh Patrick had died in 1993 until I read it in the paper this year. pLEASE CONTACT ME. Gerry Charles
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Gordon Maycumber
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Posted Thu February 14, 2013
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My sincerest sympathy to Johns family, he was a credit to the Syracuse Fire Dept.
G.W. Maycumber, Deputy Chief Ret. SFD
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Joseph Maiimone (SFD ret)
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Posted Fri February 15, 2013
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My deepest sympathy to the Walsh family. John was such a great guy, always fun to be around with his dry wit. Joe Maimone Sfd. ret.
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Gerald Parsons
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Posted Fri February 15, 2013
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My condolence to Johns Family. May all the fond memories give you some comfort during this difficult time. May you rest in peace Lieutenant.
Jerry (SFD ret.) & Debbie Parsons
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Nancy Tillman
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Posted Fri February 15, 2013
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Virginia, Sara, and family,
Deepest sympathy and caring thoughts during this difficult time. God bless.
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Frank Spaman
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Posted Fri February 15, 2013
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Ginny, Sara, Stacy and Family,
Sincere expressions of sympathy for all of you at this difficult time. All of you and John are in my prayers.
Peace be to you,
Frank Spaman
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Donna Benedict
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Posted Sat February 16, 2013
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Dear Ginny, Sara, Stacy, and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. John was a great guy, and will be missed by all. My thoughts, and prayers go out to all of you. Love Donna and Dick
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Gary [ret SFD] and Marti Peterson
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Posted Sat February 16, 2013
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Our sincerest condolences to the entire family. May your special memories sustain you during this sad time. RIP
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Cathy Bisnett
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Posted Sat February 16, 2013
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My very deepest sympathy . My prayers are with you .Love Cathy
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chris drumm
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Posted Sun February 17, 2013
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ginny and family, i am sitting here thinking of all the good times we've had together. it seems like only yesterday. i will miss him dearly and think of him often. john was a good friend and a great officer. my deepest sympathy to you and your family. BUMMER. john save me a cold one!!!
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Janice Bradish
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Posted Sun February 17, 2013
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Ginny, Sarah and Stacy
My thoughts are with you. Will never forget the good times we shared in the past.
Love, Janice
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Glen Chandler ( SFD active )
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Posted Sun February 17, 2013
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With deepest sympathy glen chandler T08 / A shift 5/90-5/95
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Sharon Cunningham Light
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Posted Sun February 17, 2013
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Ginny and Family. so sorry to read of John's passing--remembering him as a great guy and with some very fond memories with the two of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sharon Cunningham Light
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