Obituary of Dennis J. Burgos

Dennis John Burgos
December 9, 2017

Dennis John Burgos, 53, of Syracuse, died on Saturday at Upstate University Medical and Cancer Center.  He was a security guard at Onondaga Community College and a retired NYS Trooper where he served 11 years.  He also was a first responder for 9/11 and is a veteran of the United States Air Force where he represented our country for 6 years. He was president of the Eastwood Little League, a member of the American Legion Post 1276, a member of the Eastwood Neighborhood Association, a USA Swimming Official, and an avid Penn State football fan.
He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Tammy Burgos; his parents. Lillian and Manuel Burgos; children: Susanna Schwan, Juan Burgos, Brandy (Joe) Cupplo, Nicole (Al) Bridges, Nicholas Britton, Bruce (Shannon) Britton; brothers: Richard Burgos, Adam (Merrilee) Burgos; sister April (Joe) Tuza; 12 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild and 8 nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be Thursday from 4-7pm in Blessed Sacrament Church, 3127 James Street.
A funeral mass will be held on Friday at 10:30am in Blessed Sacrament Church with burial to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.