Bill Ditterline

William A. (Bill) Ditterline of Cicero and Chippewa Bay, NY passed away December 18, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY of heart disease.

Born in Syracuse, NY July 5, 1952 to Bud and Jean (Forkhamer) Ditterline, he attended Henninger High School and Clarkson University, and was employed as a machinist at Syracuse University for over 30 years.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years Kathleen (Burgess) Ditterline. His four sons – Michael (Laurie McConnell) of Denver, CO, Jeffrey of Rochester, NY, David (Shannon Donohue) of Eastwood, NY and Ryan (Kristin Schu) of Shamokin, PA; his 4 grandchildren – Will and Drew Ditterline of Rochester, NY and Tessa and Owen Ditterline of Denver, CO; Brothers Jack (Susan Schick) Ditterline of Arden, NC, and Tim Ditterline of Eastwood, NY and sister Sue Rizzo (John) of East Syracuse, NY, as well as his many beloved nieces and nephews and their children.

He was known for his ability to fix anything, and having a good time doing it. 

Calling hours will be held on Monday, December 22,  from 3-6 pm followed by a service begining at 6 pm at Burns-Garfield Funeral Home, 3175 E. Genesee St. Syracuse 13224.

In his honor, contributions can be made to either the Food Bank of CNY or Save The River.