David M. Bigsby

David M. Bigsby, 82, of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday at Francis House. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a graduate of North Syracuse High School and received a bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University. David was employed by the NYS Dept. of Labor for over 25 years. A communicant of Holy Family Church, he was a member of the Woodfield Sportsman Assoc. for over 25 years. David was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed bird watching. He also enjoyed art and was a member of The Art Class with the Senior Center on Onondaga Hill. He loved spending time with his family and friends.

David was predeceased by his son, David Bryan; and son-in-law, Michael Fialkovic.

Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Maryanne; daughter, Kathleen Fialkovic of Camillus; sisters, Carol Diane Szkolnik of Mattydale and Susan (William) Davison of Cave Creek, AZ; and several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may call Monday, October 10, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus.

A funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, October 11 at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, 127 Chapel Dr., Syracuse.

David will be laid to rest in Greenlawn Cemetery, Warners.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY  13208 or to Humane Association of CNY, 4915 W. Taft Road, Liverpool, NY  13088.