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Sylvia Ann Hemminger

1953 - 2016

Sylvia Ann Hemminger

1953 - 2016

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BORN

1953

DIED

2016

Sylvia Hemminger Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 19, 2016.

HAYDENVILLE - Sylvia Ann Hemminger of Haydenville, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 10, 2016, at Baystate Hospital after her strong fight against fallopian cancer.

Born Aug. 2, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio, Sylvia grew up with her five siblings on a lively farm in the countryside. She holds a master's degree from the New England Conservatory of Music and a bachelor's degree in music education from Baldwin Wallace College.

A performer of mostly woodwinds, particularly clarinet, she performed and taught in Ohio, New York, Massachusetts, and other states.

Besides teaching and performing, Sylvia also had a passion for cooking and baking, spending time in nature, knitting and sewing, writing music, drawing, reenacting medieval scenes at festivals, and single handedly raising her daughter Hayley.

Sylvia was a faithful Christian and kind friend to all who knew her. A strong and gentle woman, she brought warmth and laughter to all the people she touched. An incredibly loving mother, Sylvia exposed Hayley to all the beauty of the world and taught her to believe in what she loves. "You will hear me in every song you sing and in every dance you dance." - Sylvia.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Sylvia Hemminger Memorial Fund to help Hayley continue her college education and fulfill her and her mother's wish to see her succeed; Sylvia Hemminger Memorial Fund, Easthampton Savings Bank, 21 Locust St., Northampton, MA 01060.

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August 3, 2016

steve snow posted to the memorial.

July 3, 2016

Bill Hemminger posted to the memorial.

July 3, 2016

Larry Ash posted to the memorial.

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steve snow

August 3, 2016

so sorry

Bill Hemminger

July 3, 2016

Hi, Hayley. Wish you had been here today. Jill will send you a copy of the program, which Jill and I put together. Be well.

Love, Uncle Bill

Larry Ash

July 3, 2016

When I think of my sister-in-law I remember her love for life that she demonstrated in all that she did. She would do anything to make us feel welcome when we visited her and her sense of humor was constantly on display. Her love for music was surpassed only by her love for her daughter. Her de

termination to make a good life for her and her and Hayley was remarkable. I hope she was able to appreciate all of her accomplishments in this regard. We will miss her greatly and hope to one day be able to share her memory with Hayley when she is ready.

Jill Hemminger

July 3, 2016

Sylvia is so much on our minds as we continue this celebration of her life here in Akron, Ohio. The memorial service at O 'Neil bed and breakfast was beautiful, with Hemminger family from Florida, Indiana, and Ohio in attendance. We are thinking also of Sylvia's beautiful daughter Hayley and we send caring thoughts to her as she continues to mourn the loss of her mother.

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Bret Hemminger

July 3, 2016

I only hope I have as many people in my family that love me as much as this family loves you. When I was little you were so cool I just wanted to be near you. RIGHT ON! Rest in peace Aunt Sylvia I love you.

Carol Hutter

March 29, 2016

My sympathies to Hayley and to all who knew Sylvia at this sad time. I pray that Hayley will always feel the great love her mother had for her.

Irene Turner

March 23, 2016

My memories of my sister: walking together in the garden tugging at ripe vegetables to feed Mr. Bodnar's cows hoping we wouldn't get caught, playing in the backyard capturing fireflies, watching scary movies in our creepy basement and hiding under the creepier
green afghan,waiting up until 10:30 for her return from her work shift at Lawson's. But the most poignant memory for me was when she returned from a summer band camp with an oboe and taught me how to play it. Sylvia introduced me to my favorite instrument and, as a result, brought me beautiful music.
Rest in eternal peace Sister and may your soul be filled with the beautiful music you so loved.

jean hess

March 23, 2016

Dearest Bill and Jill, I am deeply saddened at your loss. Extend my condolences to Hayley.
Jean Hess

March 22, 2016

My deepest condolences to the family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15

Leslie Kellogg

March 21, 2016

Hayley - I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was always so cheerful and friendly to me at PVB. Her conversations frequently gave me a new or different perspective that I was grateful for. Sylvia will be missed.

Marianne MacCullagh

March 21, 2016

A steady faith, and amazing resilience, and such love!! Sylvia's legacy to us is lived out in Hayley. And love never ends.

Dianne Wieland

March 20, 2016

Hayley,

I never had the pleasure of meeting your mom, however you are an extraordinary young woman and a shining example of her gifts and her love. I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts.

karen bellavance-grace

March 19, 2016

I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to meet and know Sylvia. Her relentless optimism, her determination, her deep desire to leave the world a more cared-for place - these are the lessons I will carry and try to honor. Just before Christmas, there was a holiday dinner for veterans and their families, and Sylvia popped over as the hall was being set up. She had hand knittted at least a half dozen pairs of wrist warmers for children of all ages to be given as Santa gifts that afternoon. In her home, I know there are several more pairs that have been started and which others will finish to share her warmth with our neighbors.
Every conversation with Sylvia inevitably turned to her great love for her daughter, Hayley. She was - and is - so very, very, very proud of her. They packed a lifetime of memories into a very short time. Knowing how much she loves Hayley, only Heaven is big enough to hold all that love!
Hayley, I hope you find comfort in knowing how many lives your mom touched and how much better our world is for her presence. She'll be with you always.

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