Bernard F. O'Kane

Bernard F. O’Kane, “Bernie”, age 94, of Jamesville, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14th 2026. Son of Maurice and Ellen O’Kane. Bernard was a US Navy Veteran, having served aboard the USS Arneb (1951-1954) He worked as a machinist at Carrier Corporation’s TR-3 plant in Syracuse, where he retired after 36 years. Bernard was fond of Beagles, enjoyed hunting and was thrilled with the variety of birds that visited his bird feeders. He was an avid reader of local, world and military history, and enjoyed his cowboy shows and movies.

He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Arelene O’Kane and his brother William O’Kane.

Bernard is survived by his son, Kevin O’Kane and grandson, Steven of Chittenango; son Michael O’Kane, his wife, Robin and granddaughter, Allison of Jamesville; daughter, Kathleen and her husband, Damon Towner of Kirkville.

The family wishes to thank the 3rd floor staff at Upstate Community hospital for their outstanding professional TLC while caring for Bernard.

There will be no calling hours. Services will be private, with burial in Onondaga Valley Cemetery.

Donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

Ballweg and Lunsford Funeral Home Syracuse, has care of arrangements.