After graduating from high school in the Netherlands and attending the University of Amsterdam, Sylvia graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s of Science in Microbiology and from Georgia State University with a Masters in Biology.
Following positions in scientific sales, Sylvia raised two wonderful children and served as a long-term substitute at Westminster Schools in Atlanta.
Sylvia is survived by her husband, Lew Hassett; daughter, Jessica Hassett (Candy Chou); son, Jeremiah Hassett (Courtney); grandson, JJ Hassett; brother, Gert-Jan Wezer (Ellen); and nieces, Puck and Pien Wezer. She was predeceased by her parents, Ger and Ans Wezer. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research at Alzinfo.org.
Graveside services will be Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. at Arlington Memorial Park, 201 Mount Vernon Hwy., Sandy Springs, GA 30328.