Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski Funeral Home

10/13/2026

Deceased: Rosemary Joan Guyder

Date of Death: Oct. 11, 2026

Rosemary Joan Guyder, 84, passed peacefully on Oct. 11, 2026, with family by her side. Rosemary was the youngest of nine children, born and raised on Corning Avenue in Syracuse. She attended St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School from kindergarten until 12th grade. Upon graduation she worked as a secretary before marrying her “Bill,” William T. Guyder, also of Syracuse and St. Anthony’s. Rosemary and Bill moved to Westvale and raised 6 children who married and had 12 grandchildren between them. They were congregants of St. Charles of Borromeo Church where their children attended school for many years. More recently they attended Most Holy Rosary Church with family when they were able. Rosemary retired as a teacher’s aide from the Syracuse City School District.

She will be remembered for her high spirit, deep faith, quick wit and her devotion to family, especially her Irish family roots. She is the last of the “Logan clan” to pass and she remarked in recent years that it was a “lonely post” without her beloved sisters. Rosemary delighted in each of her grandchildren and enjoyed family get together more than anything, especially if they involved mashed potatoes and gravy and pie. She will be greatly missed by her family, but by Bill most of all.

Rosemary was predeceased by her father, Joseph Logan, her mother, Mary Ester (Ryan) Logan, her sister, Marian and brother-in-law, Richard Kuss, her sister, Joan Logan, her sister, Dolores and brother-in-law Edward Halbig, her brother, John “Jackie” Logan, her brother, Joseph Logan and sister-in-law Kay (Songer), her sister, Virginia Logan, her sister Rita and brother-in-law Frank Reith, her sister, Kathleen Logan, and her beloved son, Kevin Michael Guyder.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Bill Guyder, her daughter, Karen Felter and son-in-law Andrew of Syracuse, her son Daniel Guyder and daughter-in-law Kyle of Mount Kisco, NY, her son Joseph Guyder and daughter-in-law Michelle of Concord, NC, her son Ryan Guyder and daughter-in-law Astri of Lexington, KY, and daughter, Kathleen Joly and son-in-law Chris of Syracuse, along with grandchildren Maura, Liam, Aidan, Tess, Max, Roan, Finn, Madison, Olivia, Emma, Avery and Addison. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nephews, great-nieces and great-great nieces and nephews who are blessed to be descended from the original Logan clan.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Most Holy Rosary Church, 111 Roberts Avenue, Syracuse. Friends and family may call briefly between 10-11 am at the Most Holy Rosary Church. Burial will be private.

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09/02/2026

Deceased: Virginia N. Scocchera
Date of Death: August 31, 2026

Virginia N. Scocchera, 84, passed away peacefully at Loretta Nursing Home on Monday.

Predeceased by her parents Michael and Madeline (Madonna) Scocchera, her siblings Rosemary Salvini, Margie Troche, a brother Nick (Lorraine) Scohera, two nephews Jeffery Salvini and Michael Scohera and a good friend Tommy Moser.

Survived by cousins Michelle (Steven) Bano, Mary (Eric) Mosel, Leigh Ann (Steve) Thomas, Nick (Rita) Scohera, Andrew (Kara) Bano, Thomas (Gabriella) Bano, and Jacob Bano, and a niece Susan Scohera.

Services will be private with Burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Dewitt, NY.

Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski
Funeral Home.
5854 Belle Isle Road,
Syracuse, NY 13209

08/30/2026

Deceased: Anne D Diamond
Date of Death: August 24, 2026.

Doreen Anne Diamond (89) of Syracuse, NY and long time resident of Ventnor City, NJ, passed away peacefully August 24, 2026.

Anne was predeceased by her parents Robert “Lukes” and Anne (Karney) Diamond and brother Robert J. Diamond.

She is survived by her niece Sherry (James) Williamson, sister-in-law Helen Diamond, brother Dr. John Timothy Diamond, sister Mary Diamond Collins, niece Kendyl ”Kenna” Aquilino, extended Family, and Friends.

After graduating from Most Holy Rosary High School, she attended Marywood University in Scranton, PA, where she entered the religious order of The Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and became Sister Anne. She graduated in 1959 with her degree in teaching. Anne then went on to teach elementary school in parishes through out the tri-state area before returning to her secular life in 1971.
Anne retired from Atlantic City Public School District in 1996. She spent many years enjoying her retirement traveling and spending time with friends and family at the seashore.

She will Continue to teach and inspire even after death by donating her body to science and respectfully honoring Anne’s wishes, no services will be held.

Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski
Funeral Home.
5854 Belle Isle Road,
Syracuse, NY 13209

08/12/2026

Deceased: Susan M. Szyklinski
Date of Death: August 8th, 2026

On August 8th our beloved mother, Susan M. Szyklinski was called home to be with the Lord.
As a mother, Susan raised five children while being top of her class in nursing school. She retired from St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse

Susan is predeceased by her mother Lillian, father Stanley and brother Christopher

Susan is survived by her husband Edwin of 62 years and her five children. Margaret Szyklinski, Constance ( Matthew ) Romeo, John Szyklinski, Rebecca ( Raymond ) Fonger and Kimberly Szyklinski-Heitz.
Five grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart Brett and Brooke Romeo, Olivia Cornell, Rachael and Troy Fonger and one beautiful great grand daughter Lauren Romeo. Susan is also survived by her sister Katherine ( Ralph ) Lommer and her brother David Mazur . Nieces and nephews Mark and Kelly Lommer, and David and Crystal Mazur.

Services will be private.

In honor of Susan, donations to her favorite charity St Judes Children's Hospital is appreciated

Revelation 21:4 He shall wipe every tear from their eyes and there shall be no more death or mourning, crying out or pain, for the former world has passed away.

Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski
Funeral Home.
5854 Belle Isle Road,
Syracuse, NY 13209

07/28/2026

Deceased: Thomas B. Quinn
Date of Death: July 24, 2026

Thomas B. Quinn, 79, passed away on July 24, 2026 at Francis House surrounded by family and friends. Tom was born on May 15, 1947 in Syracuse, NY to the late Francis and Ruth (Koppenhafer) Quinn. He graduated from St. Anthony of Padua High School and St. Bonaventure University. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a US Army Officer where he served active duty and reserve roles in the Republic of Korea and the 1209th US Army Garrison in Mattydale, NY. He had a dynamic and extensive career as a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner serving with Hurdman & Cranstoun, Tetra Tech, Applied Theory Corporation, and the O’Brien & Gere Companies. He felt that the key to success is listening to and respecting a person.

Tom was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 12035 on Onondaga Hill. He was a regular supporter of the United Service Organizations (USO) and member of the American Legion. He became a volunteer driver for Disabled American Veterans and served on the Board of Honor Flight Syracuse, as well as several other non-profit organizations. He supported the Boys Academy and Sisterhood programs at McKinley Brighton Elementary School located in his childhood neighborhood on the South side of Syracuse.

Tom felt blessed when he married his high school sweetheart, and loved his daughters, family, and grandchildren. He enjoyed camping with the family, vacationing with friends at the Waldheim in Big Moose Lake and Anna Maria Island in Florida. He looked forward to summers spent on Conesus Lake with his grandchildren and loved attending their band concerts and sporting events.

On behalf of Tom, his family would like to thank Francis House for the love and care bestowed upon him each day he resided in this beautiful place he called home.

Tom is predeceased by his parents and sisters, Maryanne Lesniak and Theresa Quinn.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Quinn of Baldwinsville; daughters, Alissa (Jay) Haas and Courtney (Joshua) Kraham of Spencerport, NY; five grandchildren: Jayden, Samual, Casey and Olivia Haas, and Kellen Kraham; brother Francis (Julie) Quinn, and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, August 2, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Whelan Brothers & Hulchanski Funeral Home, Inc., 5854 Belle Isle Road, Fairmount, NY 13209. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s of the Assumption, 47 Syracuse Street, Baldwinsville, NY 13027. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Peace Cemetery & Mausoleum, 8668 Oswego Road – Route 57, Clay, Baldwinsville, NY 13027.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208, https://francishouseny.org/support, or Honor Flight Syracuse, PO Box 591, Syracuse, NY 13209: https://honorflightsyracuse.org/donations/, or Hospice of Central New York of the Finger Lakes, 990 7th North St. Liverpool, NY 13088: https://www.hospicecny.org/donate

Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski
Funeral Home.
5854 Belle Isle Road,
Syracuse, NY 13209