Anthony J. Rogala III, 81, passed away on August 17, 2023 at home.  Born in Syracuse, NY and graduated at West Genesee High School.  He was a member of Sheet Metal Local 58 and was employed with the City of Syracuse Airport for many years.

He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, boating, and most of all he loved the dirt races /NASCAR.  He will be remembered by the way he always made you laugh and treated each person he knew and loved special.

He is survived by his spouse Cynthia Rogala.  They shared 30 years together.  He is survived by his children, Laura Babcock, Sandy Otis, and Allen Clarkson.  His Grandchildren, Brandon Otis, Chelsea Brenner (Derek), Jake Clarkson (Trish) along with 3 Great Grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends.  He is also survived by his brother, Richard Rogala (Patricia), Sister-in-law Sandy King (Robert), Brother-in-laws, Ronald Trapp (Bonnie), and Gary Trapp (Patricia).

 He is preceded in death by his parents Anthony J. Rogala Jr., and Myrtle J. Rogala. Also preceded in death by his Sister-in-law, Pamela J. Trapp.

Calling hours will be 4pm-7pm on Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 at Hollis Funeral Home, 1105 West Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13204

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday August 24th, 2023 at 9:30AM at Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, 927 Park Ave, Syracuse NY, 13204.

In lieu of flowers may be made to KINDRED KINGDOMS WILDLIFE INC., 211 Sutton Rd, Pennellville, NY 13132 or BASILICA OF SACRED HEART FOOD PANTRY, 1001 Park Ave, Syracuse NY, 13204.