Barrett J. Dorsey

Barrett J. Dorsey, 65, of Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Upstate University Hospital following a brief illness. Raised on Tipparary Hill, Barrett graduated from St. Patrick's High School in 1968, and went on to earn a BA in English from SUNY Oswego in 1972. After graduation, Barrett moved to Troy, NY, where he taught 5th Grade at St. Paul's Elementary School for many years, before eventually taking a position with the NYS Office of Budgetary Management. Barrett returned to Syracuse in 1991 to care for his father, until his death from cancer. Several years later, he would provide care for his aunt who was living with Alzheimer's Disease. Barrett also worked and volunteered with several social services organizations in the Syracuse area.
Barrett was known for his compassion, his kindness, his intelligence, his loyalty, and for his wonderful Irish wit! He maintained all of these qualities during his illness.
Barrett was predeceased by his parents, John W. and Grace B. Dorsey, and his brother, John W. Dorsey Jr. He is survived by his partner of 23 years, Dr. Richard Giaccio; his sisters, Elizabeth D. Foster (Joseph), Patricia D. Poppe (Peter), Margaret M. Dorsey-Nocilly (Louis); his sister-in-law, Mary E. Dorsey, and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
In keeping with his character, Barrett donated his body to the medical school at Upstate University, and donated his eyes to the Eye Bank of CNY.
A Memorial Mass in his remembrance will be held October 1st, 2016 at 11:15 at the Church of Our Savior, 437 James St., Syracuse, NY.

Date of Death: July 27, 2016