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He honorably served in the U.S. Army during WWII. A self-made man, Dr. Crespo became a well known food chemist and chocolate making connois seur. Counted among his professional positions were research chemist at the American Institute of Baking and chief chemist for the American Stores Bakery Division, and vice president, technical emeri tus of Wilbur Chocolate Co. in Lititz, Pa. Crespo achieved his highest title of president of the Pennsylvania Manufactures Confectioners Association in 1982. That year he was selected as the winner of the American Association of Candy Technologists Stroud Jordan Award, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the candy industry.
Silvio has authored three published books and despite his advanced age during his 10 years in Palm Bay, was able to share his love and knowledge of chocolate by making numerous presentations speaking at libraries and other institu tions throughout the Palm Bay - Melbourne area.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his daughter, Jolene Imperial; son, Silvio Crespo, Jr.; brother, Romy (Rose) Gonzalez; five grandchil dren, six great-grandchildren; and two amazing families, those of Paul and Ronda Degnan, and Carlos and Raquel Garcia.
Friends may call at Fountainhead Funeral Home Friday, May 20, 2011 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm. Entombment to follow in Fountainhead Memorial Park, Palm Bay.
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May 21, 2011
I was privileged to get to know Silvio through his wonderful connection to Penn State University and his generosity thereto. To Jolene and his wonderful grandchildren and all the others in his family who will miss him terribly, I extend my deepest sympathy. What a special friend he was to all! Most sincerely, Janet Doyle
Shirley Walters
May 21, 2011
I am so sorry to learn about Sil. Although I knew him briefly, I respected his opinions when he served with me on the Rules Committee and always paid attention whenenver he spoke at Board Meetings. He was an asset indeed to Palm Bay Estates!
May 20, 2011
sorry to read about Sil we enjoyed him at bingo when he was able to come hie friend nancy l barry and smitty
May 19, 2011
Enjoyed learning about making chocolate from Sil and discussing Wilbur Factory and Lititz Pa.with him.Will remember Mr. Chocolate in our prayers.Jim and Kay Johnson
May 18, 2011
Sorry I never knew him but he must have
been a wonderful giving person. God bless
you all. Theresa Stack
Silvio Crespo 1918-2011
Leah Noble
May 18, 2011
With love forever.
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