Viola Sylvia

Viola Sylvia Jan. 13, 1920 - Oct. 31, 2010 Resident of Hayward Viola Sylvia of Hayward and Downieville, CA passed away peacefully in her home on October 31, 2010 at the age of 90. She is survived by her daughters Marlene Sims, and Christine Sheffler and her sons, Joe Sylvia and Antone Sylvia. She was preceded in death by her dearly beloved husband Antone Sylvia. she came from a family of three brothers and two sisters and is survived by her brother Melvin Moura and Geraldine Chastain. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Born in San Lorenzo on January 13, 1920, Viola was raised and lived in Hayward all of her life. She married her husband in 1937 and raised four children in their home in Hayward. She worked as a floor supervisor for the Hudson Lumber Company and retired from the company after 22 years. Viola and Antone loved visiting Antone's sister in Downieville, eventually buying a home in the small mountain town for their retirement. Viola lived in Downieville during the spring and summer months where she made many friends and enjoyed the small town life. She frequently could be found playing cards with her girl friends late into the night. She enjoyed lunching with her girl friends, searching thrift shops for a great buy and socializing with her family. Viola was a servant of the Lord and enjoyed attending church in Hayward and Downieville. Viola was faithful and devoted to family and friends, spending time with those in need. She will be missed greatly by all. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service on Monday, November 8, 2010 at 1:00 pm at Neighborhood Church, 20600 John Drive, Castro Valley. The family requests donations to the American Heart Association in lieu of flowers.