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BORN
1931
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2022
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Sylvia FRONISTA Obituary
Age 90, of Huber Heights, passed away peacefully in her home on May 4, 2022. Sylvia was born May 22, 1931, in
Hormigueros, Puerto Rico, to Ramon Acosta and Carmen Albelo Acosta. She attended and graduated as a Registered Nurse from the Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Sylvia and her friends were recruited to work at the Dayton Veterans Administration and
attended University of Dayton to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She met the love of her life, Harry Fronista, at U.D. After graduating, they married in 1957 and she
supported him and their growing family as he attended The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Sylvia and Harry settled in Huber Heights and opened Huber Heights Medical Center. They raised their five daughters, supported their extended family, friends, patients, and community, as well as many philanthropic and performing art societies. She admired many cultures and traveled the world extensively, yet her house was a true home to all.
Sylvia loved living in Ohio and appreciated the four seasons. She attended St. Peter Church, the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, and the Unitarian Church.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Harry, her daughters Carmen (Kamil) Kaloush, Lilly (Don) Phillips, Angela Fronista (Chad Rayburn), Eleny (Joe) Piontek, Stephanie (Stephen) Ward and grandchildren Angela Kaloush (Kyle Heksch) and Andrea Kaloush (Doug Rice), Alexia Vlahos, Lindsey, Nathan and Lauren Phillips, Evan, Cameron and Kai Ward and Vincent and Zachary Piontek and her newborn great grandson Elias Heksch.
Sylvia lived a life of complete reliance on God and was devoted to Jesus Christ, the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Padre Pio. She shared her healing touch and good will with all and was a member of the Incarnation Healing Ministry. She will be deeply missed. She leaves a family grateful for her love and influence in their lives.
Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Friday, May 13, 2022 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 6161 Chambersburg Road. Interment Woodland Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5-8 PM at Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Heights Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter Food Pantry, Dayton Performing Arts, or DCDC in Sylvia's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sylvia FRONISTA
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Nancy Halloran Stephens
May 18, 2022
I loved spending time with your family. Your Mom always made me feel right at home. I am so sorry for your great loss. God bless.
Robin M Zartman
May 16, 2022
Angie - I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious mother. May God's peace, which passeth all understanding, be with you and your family during this difficult time. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for you.
Carolann Lucente
May 12, 2022
My sincere sympathy to you Dr Harry and your family on the recent passing of your beloved and beautiful wife. God bless her.
Christina Sterkenburg
May 12, 2022
Angela,
I'll be keeping you and your family in my thoughts as you navigate the coming days and the celebration of Sylvia's life. <3
CHARLES and PEGGY HILTY-KAUFFMAN
May 12, 2022
Our prayers and Love to you at this time. GOD IS GOOD!!! Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Calli and all the family in Greece and Wales
May 11, 2022
May dear Sylvia's memory be with us forever. Paradise is enriched.
Bill and KaynVasileff
May 11, 2022
Please accept our deepest sympathy during this time of loss. Hold tight to your memories and know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Kracus and Family
May 11, 2022
Even in time of sorrow, God´s love is unfailing. May His love embrace the Fronista Family with comfort and peace!
God Bless you All!!
Bob and Sharon Bias
May 11, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and in the days ahead. May you cherish the beautiful memories of Sylvia and her lasting legacy in all of you. God bless.
Nicholas Williams
May 11, 2022
Sending love and condolences to the Fronista family. I can still hear Aunt Sylvia´s telling me that no matter what, God has a plan for me. Despite my complicated relationship with the church, I could always feel God´s love radiating from her.
Te amo tia,
Nicholas
Andrew & Christy Dunbar
May 10, 2022
There is no greater honor than to live a fulfilling life devoted to Christ. Sylvia's service to all will be celebrated through her legacy. Your family is in our prayers during this time spent honoring the life of such a determined woman. God bless.
Annette Freyre-Hood
May 10, 2022
Our family condolences to all. Always remember Sylvia´s smile and happy spirit. God Bless.
Brona Butterly r
May 9, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Elizabeth Ristich
May 9, 2022
I am truly saddened to learn of your family's loss. Hoping your loving memories together bring you comfort during this difficult time.
The Rosaly Family from Tampa, Florida
May 9, 2022
We were deeply saddened when we learned about Sylvia's passing. Harry, as you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring her memory. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Many blessings, a huge hug and lots of love to all.
Carlos & Myrtelina Rosaly
Angie Armstrong
May 9, 2022
My deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with the entire Fronista family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Brad Kirkwood
May 9, 2022
We have known the Fronista family for over 25 years. Syliva was a very kind person and will be greatly missed.
Ed and Carla Decker
May 9, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this unfortunate time. May you cherish and celebrate Sylvia's memories. God Bless
Gwen Smith
May 9, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Praying you will be surrounded with God´s peace and love, and comforted by many sweet memories.
Thqrlene LakesMathis
May 8, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss,Praying for comfort,she was an amazing Lady.
Agnes Reed Davis
May 8, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family. Sylvia was always a happy person to be around with. Very cheerful. Was so nice to see her once again a few years ago after my parents passing. God bless Sylvia and the family. Much love.
Mary Lou Devers Irving, Texas
May 8, 2022
My deepest sympathy. You and your family are in my prayer.
You may not remember me, we were classmate at Kiser. There no word to express what we feel losing our partner even tho we have had many years together, but we must be thankful those we've had. May she rest in peace. My sincere sympathy.
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