Sylvia is survived by her loving husband, Franklin; her son Dale and his wife Ann; her son Dean; her daughter, Debbie Fries and her husband David; grandsons, Zedekiah and Samuel; and granddaughters, Tynin, Callista and Sara.
Visitation will be held at Stephens & Bean Chapel on Monday February 6, 2012, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
A Graveside Service will be held at Fresno Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. A Memorial celebrating Sylvia's life will follow at Bethany Mennonite Brethren Church, at 9161 North Maple in Fresno at 11:00 a.m.
Remembrances may be made to Bethany MB Church; or Hope Now for Youth.