Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski Funeral Home

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03/22/2026

Deceased: Barbara M. Paul
Date of Death: March 16, 2026

Barbara M. Paul (formally Coolican) 89, passed away peacefully Monday at St. Joseph’s Hospital with her family by her side. She graduated from Most Holy Rosary in 1954. Upon graduation, she began her career at the NY Telephone Company where she proudly served as a Union Steward, advocating for the rights of her fellow employees. During these years, she formed lasting friendships and enjoyed traveling the world. In 1972, she married the love of her life, Gregory. Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, and proud Aunt to her many nieces and nephews. She was especially known for her beautifully decorated cakes and cookies, which were a highlight of family celebrations for many years. She retired from NY Telephone Company in 1977 to raise her children. Following the death of her husband, she returned to work at Dey Brother’s in Fairmount, where she managed the Crabtree & Evelyn shop until the store’s closing.

She later worked at M&T Bank until her retirement. Barbie will be remembered for her strong will, vibrant presence, and sense of humor, she was loved by all who knew her. Her family would like to thank the truly wonderful St. Joseph’s 2-4 hospital staff whose love and compassion went above and beyond to bring her comfort during her final weeks. They would also like to thank the staff at Iroquois Nursing Home for the care and support that allowed Barbara and her family more time these past few years. She was very proud to be the Gift Shop Employee of the Year.

Barbara is predeceased by her husband, Gregory, her parents Frank and Ruth Coolican, her brother Ronald, brother-in law Charles Detor, sister-in –laws, Mary, Patricia and Rosemary and nephew Martin Coolican.

She is survived by her children, David and Mary Beth, her sister Nancy Detor, her brothers Richard and Edward Coolican and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be Sunday, March 22 from 3:00pm-5:00 pm at Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski Funeral Home, 5854 Belle Isle Road, Syracuse, NY 13209. The funeral will be held on Monday, March 23 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph’s Church, 5600 West Genesee Street, Camillus, NY 13031. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Dewitt, NY

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the St. Joseph’s Food Pantry.

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

02/27/2026

Deceased: Thomas Charles Barkley
Date of Death: February 21, 2026

Thomas Charles Barkley, 90 of Syracuse passed away on Saturday, February 21 at Veterans Medical Center. Born in Olean, NY. He was a graduate of Richburg Highschool in 1954 and SUNY Brockport in 1958. Thomas served in the US Army from `1964 to 1967. After coming to Syracuse he was in the hospitality industry at the Hotel Syracuse and was involved with the service union of that time. Thomas was a master chess player.

He was pre-deceased by his parents, Irving and Julia (Cady) Barkley two brothers John and Daniel and a sister Ruth Barkley.

Thomas is survived by his daughter Elizabeth Ovesny of Connecticut and four siblings, Larry of Corning, NY, Stephen (Karen) of Rochester, NY Martin (Peggy) of North Tonawanda, NY and Katherine Barkley of Virginia, Several Nieces, Nephews and many cousins.

A calling hour will be held on Thursday, March 5 at 9:00 am in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 259 East Onondaga Street, Syracuse, NY 13202. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am. Burial will be held on Friday, March 6 at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Cemetery Bolivar, NY.

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

02/16/2026

Deceased: Matthew Jacobs
Date of Death: February 12, 2026

Matthew Jacobs 36, of Syracuse passed away peacefully on February 12. Matthew was a graduate of Bishop Ludden High School and the son of Peter and Laura Jacobs.

He is predeceased by his maternal grandparents Anthony and Barbara Donardo. His paternal grandparents Norman and Jane Jacobs and his Aunt Mary Jacobs.

Matthew is survived by his parents, a brother Christian Jacobs, several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, February 19th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski Funeral Home, 5854 Belle Isle Road, Syracuse, NY 13209. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Friday, February 20th in Holy Family Church, 127 Chapel Drive, Syracuse, NY 13219. Burial will follow in Assumption Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Matthews’s name to Samaritan Center, 215 North State Street, Syracuse, NY 13203.

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

02/12/2026

Deceased: James Joseph "Joe" Feeney
Date of Death: February 10, 2026

James Joseph "Joe" Feeney, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away on February 10, 2026, in Syracuse, NY surrounded by his devoted family. He was 92 years old. Born on March 22, 1933, in Providence, RI, the son of Martin and Mary Feeney. Joe was a proud graduate of LaSalle Academy and Providence College where his academic and athletic accolades in football, baseball, and basketball remain enshrined today.

Over the course of five decades, through vital leadership roles and thoughtful hands-on involvement, Joe dedicated his professional life to managing programs that offered dignity and opportunity to countless individuals and families.

He was predeceased by his brother Gerard.
Joe’s legacy is carried forward by his beloved wife, Katherine; his children—Michael (Terri,) Timothy (Chris,) Kathleen (Mark Westers,) and James (Suzanne); his sister, Mary; as well as seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him and continue to inspire acts of kindness and service in a world made better by his presence.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 13 in the St. Joseph’s Chapel at Most Holy Rosary Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, February 14 at 12 Noon in Most Hoy Rosary Church. A private Burial will be held on Monday, February 16 in St. Mary’s Cemetery Dewitt, NY.

Remembrances/donations in Joe’s name may be made directly to the Most Holy Rosary Foundation at mhrsyrfoundation.org

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

02/06/2026

Deceased: Theodore DelGuidice III
Date of Death: February 4, 2026

Theodore DelGuidice III, born on July 1, 1953, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026. He predeceased by his parents, Mary (Cutri) DelGuidice and Theodore DelGuidice III, his siblings, Linda and Diane DelGuidice, and Terry Donovan. Teddy is survived by his daughter, Antonia DelGuidice and his stepdaughter Angela Riker. He loved his plants, his religion, and spending quality time walking with his daughter. He could be spotted walking everywhere and saying hi to anyone her met on his way.
Please join us to celebrate his life on Tuesday, February 10, at 4:00 PM at Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski Funeral Home, 5854 Belle Isle Road, Syracuse, NY 13209.

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

09/10/2025

Deceased: Raymond K. Parzych
Date of Death: September 6, 2025

Raymond K. Parzych, 93, the original “Zeke” and the reported “King of the Park” passed away peacefully on September 6, at Syracuse Home in Baldwinsville, New York.

Ray was a lifetime resident of Syracuse, graduated from St. Vincent’s School. After graduation, Ray ran the family’s hardware store in Eastwood until it’s closing. He retired from Edward Joy, after several years at Florescent Lite and Fixture.

Ray was predeceased by his first wife, Lucy Kelly in 1967, his parents, Stephen and Grace Parzych, brothers David and Thomas, his sister Mary Grace Halton and daughter-in-law Deborah Parzych.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Diane (Walsh) and his sons Mark of Kentucky and Brian and his wife Cheryle of Ohio. His sisters Margaret Pieklik and husband Mark, Susan Kucera and husband Paul and brother Michael. Ray is also survived by many nieces, nephews and special God-children Sarah and Jane.

In Lieu of flowers please make donations to the Syracuse Home in Baldwinsville.

A calling hour and service will be held on Thursday, September 11, from 10:00 am-11:00 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 am. Both will be held in St. Michael’s Church on 4782 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Dewitt.
The Mass will be live-streamed on the St. Michael’s web site.

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

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Syracuse, NY
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