Howard John Wilcox, Jr

Howard J. Wilcox Jr. passed away February 18, 2022 surrounded by his family. He was a beloved husband of 59 years to Carol A. McCabe (predeceased).

Howard was a proud father to Lori Wilcox-Greco (Glen), and Elaine Wilcox-Searl. He has four adored grandchildren; Kelly E. Thrasher, Colleen M. Caffrey-Thrasher (Seamus), Mark C. Thrasher, KarElaina Wilcox-Greco, as well as two deeply loved great granddaughters; Ashlyn Kreamer and Isla Caffrey who loving refer to him as “Boppy”. Howard enjoyed spending time with his countless nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Howard served the City of Syracuse for 27 years as a well respected firefighter. He was honored to stand along side his brothers at Engine Company 7. During his career he received a Medal of Valor for bravery in the line of duty.

Howard was a proud member of the Adirondack Mountain Club, successfully climbing the 46 peaks, as well as a National Audubon Society member.
Howard retired to Cape Cod Massachusetts where he and his wife enjoyed walking the ocean beaches, whale watching, nightly Jeopardy, cheering on the Boston Red Sox, as well as entertaining family and friends with clam bakes.

The following poem is our tribute to a man who will be remembered and missed by many:
That man is a success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much; who has gained the respect of intelligent men and women and the love of children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who leaves the world better than he found it, who has never lacked appreciation of Earth’s beauty or failed to express it; who looked for the best in others, and gave the best he had.
Robert Louis Stevenson

A memorial will be planned for family and friends over the summer in Cape Cod Massachusetts.

In the name of Howard J. Wilcox donations can be made to the following:

Syracuse Firefighter Association
Local 280 Good & Welfare fund
PO Box 11161
Syracuse, N.Y. 13218