Sylvia Louise Hevalow

Sylvia was born on September 13, 1937, in Birmingham, Missouri, to Thomas and Thelma Swigelson. She married the love of her life, Kenneth Mart Hevalow, on June 26, 1954, and they shared a beautiful journey together for nearly seven decades.

Sylvia graduated from Park Hill High School in 1955 and embarked on a life filled with various experiences and accomplishments. Alongside her husband, she co-founded K&S Construction Company in 1968 and served as Vice President.

As a mother of four children, Sylvia instilled in them the importance of a strong work ethic and a “you can do it yourself cheaper” attitude. Her children remember her as beautiful, elegant, feisty, and always forthright in expressing her thoughts and opinions.

Sylvia was a woman of many passions. She found joy in cross-stitching, floral arranging, flower gardening, cake decorating, exploring the world through cruises, and cooking her famous noodles. An avid collector of jewelry, antiques, and Longaberger baskets, Sylvia had an eye for beauty and cherished the memories associated with each unique piece.

Sylvia's vivacious spirit shone brightly during family dinners, fish frys, and the seasonal morel mushroom feasts. She was a member of the Platte Woods Luncheon Club, Platte Woods Garden Club, Parkville Garden Club, and her neighborhood Bunco group.

Sylvia is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Thelma Swigelson, and one grandchild, Jennifer Ann Loy. She is survived by her devoted husband, Kenneth Hevalow, of Parkville, MO, her loving children: Thomas Hevalow (Robin) of Parkville, Brenda Loy of Parkville, Kevin Hevalow (Jennifer) of Smithville, and Ann Adkins (Randy) of Kearney. She is also survived by her two sisters: Shirley Smitson of Parkville, MO, and Marie Sutton (Jerry) of The Villages, Florida. Sylvia leaves behind seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, all of whom were the apples of her eye.

A Memorial Service to honor Sylvia's life will be held on March 28, 2024, at White Chapel Funeral Home, located at 6600 NE Antioch Road, Gladstone, Missouri 64119. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm, followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm, and concluding with burial. All who knew and loved Sylvia are welcome to attend and celebrate her remarkable life.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made to Children's Mercy Hospital, a cause close to Sylvia's heart.

The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the caregivers at The Gardens at Barry Road Assisted Living and Memory Care, as well as Ascend Hospice, for their unwavering dedication and compassion during Sylvia's final days. Your kindness will always be remembered and cherished.

Sylvia Louise Hevalow (Swigelson) will be dearly missed but forever remembered for her vibrant spirit, unwavering love for her family, and the indelible mark she left on all who had the privilege of knowing her. May she rest in eternal peace.