Sylvia is survived by her children, James E. (Ann) of Mesa, AZ, Robert R. (Jean) of New Lenox, IL, Joanne L. (Kenneth Griffin) of Andover, MA, nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and her sister, Rejinal Cramer of Westport, CT. She was preceded in death by her husband, James.
A Funeral service honoring Sylvia will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1244 S Power Road, Mesa, Arizona 85206 on Monday, January 20, 2014 at 10:00 am. Please pay tribute to Sylvia by visiting the family's website, at www.MelcherMission.com.