Willard Raymond Koagel, 76, of Syracuse, passed away May 25, 2022. Willard was born in Syracuse, New York on October 2, 1945 to Willard and Catherine Koagel. Willard retired from P and C Warehouse. He was a volunteer paramedic with NAVAC Ambulance. In his free time, he enjoyed watching musicals, reading, was a life long Scout Leader, and host father for 25 foreign exchange children.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine; father, Willard F. Koagel; three sisters, Catherine, Carolyn, and Susan; and a brother Robert.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Julia Koagel; daughter, Jennifer Koagel; son, Michael Koagel; brother Thomas; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday May 31, 2022 from 4-7PM at New Comer Cremations and Funerals. Mass of Christian Burial will be held the following morning at St. Rose of Lima Church at 10:30am. Interment will be made at North Syracuse Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Will's memory may be made to NAVAC Venture Crew 600.
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