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PHILIP E. BIGGIE

March 9, 1961 - June 20, 2016
Resided in Syracuse, NY

OBITUARY

Philip E. Biggie, 55, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Monday, June 20, 2016 at St. Peter's Hospital in Albany.

Phil was born on March 9, 1961 in Saratoga Springs to the late P. Joseph and Sally (Reilly) Biggie. He was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Class of 1979, and also Siena College, Class of 1983.

Phil worked for the U. S. Postal Service. He enjoyed sports, cooking, the outdoors, good people and good times. Phil was known for his generous, amiable, and easy going nature.

The family would like to thank the physicians, nurses, and staff at Upstate Medical University Hospital and The Community Hospice at St. Peter's.

He is predeceased by his brother, Paul (Cindy) Biggie Jr. and is survived by his beloved wife, Betsy Biggie; one son, Sean Biggie; two daughters, Meghan (Marc) Cizenski, and Justine (Maurice) Peet; one sister, Patricia (John) Greenwood; one grandson, Luke Cizenski; and several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 6 pm on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the Edward J. Ryan and Son Funeral Home, 3180 Bellevue Ave. in Syracuse.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am at Holy Family Church. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice or a charity of one's choice: 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144.

GUEST BOOK

Thompson family
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Thoughts and prayers.
Becky and Brittany Thompson

Gene Graham
Betsy I just heard about Phil. I am so sorry. I always enjoyed running into you guys. My prayers are with you my friend.
Gene Graham

Brigette Holl
Betsy, Sean and family,
Words cannot express the feelings we have after hearing of Phil's passing. He will always be remembered to us as a kind, sweet, caring, fun loving guy. We are blessed to have known him.
May you find peace and comfort in the love and memories he's left you with forever.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
John, Brigette and Jonathan

Tom Rush
Betsy, Sean & Family,
So very sorry to hear of Phil, A wonderful person, lots of good, fun times at St. Pat's w you all. He'll be missed.
Tom,Katie,Jake Rush

Jim/Deanna Brown
Sorry for your loss, he was a friendly, competent mailman. Are condolences to your family. He will be missed with his cheerful personality.

Brendan Edward Delay
The Delays of Saratoga Springs and Syracuse extend our condolences. Remembering the Biggies, the Reillys and our ancestors the Gaffneys of Jumel Place, East Avenue, and Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs.
Brendan Delay

Marilyn Barnes
Betsy, I am so sorry for your loss and hope your memories will console you. I know it's been a long time since we worked together at Westside. I remember your wedding like it was yesterday. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Marilyn Barnes

Mary E. Hewitt
So Sorry for your loss. Fran and I were just talking about the great times we had sitting in his driveway until 4 in the morning laughing and drinking and playing music. RIP Phil.

Traci Karlik
Thoughts and prayers to u all in this difficult time...RIP Phil.

Steve and Ola Wojtalewski
Betsy, we are so very sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Colleen
Betsy, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jeff and I were recalling our wonderful times together and what a wonderfully kind and gentle soul Phil was. He and your family are in our prayers. Colleen and Jeff Costello

Patti Nolan
Betsy I'm sooo sorry to hear about Phil! Such a great person!! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. I'm here for you if you need support. Love, Patti

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