Monica Scott

Monica Scott obituary, Syracuse, NY

Monica Scott

Monica Scott Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Whelan Bros. & Hulchanski Funeral Home on Jan. 21, 2026.
Monica Scott 98, of Syracuse passed away on January 14, 2026. She was a devoted servant of God and faithful member of Most Holy Rosary Church. She was a graduate of Most Holy Rosary High School, CCBI and retiree of the Syracuse School District. Monica belonged to several organizations, Women of Moose, Oxford Inn, Loretto Rest Auxiliary, and the weekly Adoration Society of Most Holy Rosary. She had a fond love of cats. Her friends and family will deeply miss her.

Predeceased by her husband John Scott and her parents John and Mary Gallagher.

Survived by her niece Kathleen Marsh of Cleveland, Ohio, and nephews Jack of Rockford, Il, James of Oak Hills, Il and Robert of Sebastian, Florida and several great nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, January 27 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph's Chapel of Most Holy Rosary, 111 Roberts Road, Syracuse, New York. A private burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery, Marcellus.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Most Holy Rosary School of the SPCA.

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