William A. Prindle, Jr.'s Obituary
William A. Prindle, Jr., 59, of Syracuse, passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the VA Medical Center. He was born on October 17, 1956 to William and Rita (Barkley) Prindle. While growing up in Syracuse, Billy was dedicated to the Boy Scouts of America, achieving the status of Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop 400. Billy graduated from Solvay High School followed by his entrance into the United States Army. After serving in the Army, he joined the United States Air Force achieving the status of Technical Sergeant. While stationed in Korea, he met his wife of 31 years; Yong Sun. Billy was a very creative, artistic, and spiritual person, with a strong interest in astronomy and he enjoyed his digital camera. His strong faith, sense of humor, and quiet chuckle will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Billy is survived by his wife, Yong Sun Prindle; parents, William A. Sr., and Rita (Barkley) Prindle; brothers, Garrett (Paula), David (Jennifer), and Mitchell; sister, Mary (James) Antonini; uncles, Tom and Carl; uncle/brother Ted; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephew; and his beloved cat Midnight.
A Funeral Mass in celebration of William’s life will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at the Our Lady of Peace Church in Lakeland. Interment will follow in the Onondaga County Veterans Cemetery. Family and friends may call from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at the THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, 3401 Vickery Rd. (corner of Buckley Rd.) North Syracuse, NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CNY SPCA, 5878 E. Molloy Rd., Syracuse, NY 13211.
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