Anthony J. Synakowski, 93, of Fayetteville, passed away at home on April 10, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of 72 years, son, Daniel (Constance) of Wellsville, daughter, Elizabeth Synakowski-Smith (William) of Fayetteville, two grandchildren, Jason and Sarah, two great-grandchildren, Leah and Madeline, several nieces and nephews and a sister, Theodosia Sobotka.

He was born in Syracuse to Kalixt and Mary Synakowski and grew up in Riverhead. He played bassoon, drums and piano and loved to sing and dance.

He enlisted in the Army Air Corps and served proudly during WWII.

He returned to Syracuse and graduated from Syracuse University. He taught Physical Education at Chittenango Central Schools for 35 years. He loved watching sports but enjoyed playing basketball and slow pitch softball even more.

He took many exciting trips with his family in their travel trailer to Lake George, Myrtle Beach and Disneyland.

He will be missed.

Services were private.