Richard A. Andrella, Sr.

Richard A. Andrella, 78, of Syracuse, passed away on Monday, September 1st. surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Syracuse on December 1, 1946. (He shares a birthday with his grandson Dylan Andrella) Richard proudly served his country in the US Army from 1966-1968, in the Vietnam War. He went on to work for Crouse Hinds as a machine operator, retiring after 31 years. Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, wrestling and vacations with his family. He also loved Eagles.

He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers and 2 sisters and his favorite uncle Ted. He now joins his dogs, Duke, Leo, Buffy and Sammy.

Richard is survived by his wife of 57 years, Cindy (Patchen), his sons; Pete (Kim) and Richie (Amy), his daughters; Sue (Rich), Shelly (Dwayne), Sherry (Joe), 4 granddaughters, 5 grandsons, 2 great-grandsons, his beloved dog Misty and several nephews.

Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7PM on Thursday, September 4th at Ballweg & Lunsford Funeral Home, 4612 S. Salina St. Syracuse, NY 13205.

A funeral service will be at 10AM on Friday, September 5th at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Onondaga Valley Cemetery following the funeral service.

A special thank you to his son Richie and daughter Sherry for helping their dad from the beginning to the end of his journey. A special thank you to Doctor Dignant Nanavati for taking care of him for over 30 years.

Rest in peace we love you and will miss you.

Contributions may be made to:

Hospice of Central New York or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital