Cecil is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lena Patterson; children, Bobby, Maxine, Karen (Raymond), Jacqueline and Ronnie; daughters-in-law, Jacci and Shelia; many grandchildren, great and great-great and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services: Monday, 11 a.m. at New Covenant Baptist Church.
Burial will follow in Veteran’s Cemetery.
Calling hours: Monday, 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.
Contributions to, New Covenant Baptist Church, 107 East Beard Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13205.
FARONE & SON FUNERAL HOME is in care of arrangements.