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Sylvia ONUSTACK Obituary
Sylvia Elaine Wilson ONUSTACK Age 77, of Edmonds, passed away April 1, 2012 after a brief, courageous battle with a brain tumor. Sylvia and her twin brother, Richard, were born in Seattle to Sam and Emily Wilson on Jan. 23, 1935. She grew up on Seattle's Beacon Hill, graduating from Cleveland High School in 1953. In 1955, Sylvia married her high-school sweetheart, Robert William Onustack, and they settled into their new home "out in the country" in what today is Shoreline, WA. They were blessed with three children: Steven, Gail and Terry. Sylvia primarily remained a housewife, while Bob worked as a Boeing manager. After Bob died suddenly in 1979, Sylvia became an electrical inspector at Boeing, where she worked for nearly 23 years until she retired in 2002. In 2006, Sylvia sold the family home after living there for 51 years and moved to a condominium in Edmonds. In retirement, Sylvia enjoyed water aerobics, reading, doing jigsaw puzzles and playing slot machines at the local casinos. She also enjoyed several vacations and trips she took with her family to places far and wide, including Paris, London, Dublin, Hawaii, New Orleans and Las Vegas. She also became a veteran "cruiser" taking voyages to Mexico, New England and Canada. Sylvia cherished the time she spent with her family and is survived by her two sons, Steven (Tracy) Onustack and Terry Onustack of Lynnwood; her daughter, Gail Onustack of Lake Stevens; her sister, Marilyn Buchanan of Gibsonburg, OH; grandchildren Jennifer (Blake) Herbison of Bothell; and Nicholas (Tahnya Shafer) Onustack of Coeur d'Alene, ID; great-grandchildren Robert and Elizabeth Herbison and Niya Onustack; sister-in-law Paula Wilson of Walnut Creek, CA; as well as several cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her twin brother Richard Wilson. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 5, 2012 at Evergreen - Washelli in Seattle. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association, the American Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice.Sign Sylvia's on-line Guest Book at www.Legacy.com.
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Marjorie Jeroue
March 31, 2019
So sorry Sylvia is not here to be able to enjoy her 4 Great Grandchildren and all of her wonderful family. She would truly be so proud of all of them.
Kenneth McDowell
September 26, 2012
Sylvia you were one of the sweetest persons I was ever blessed to work with. You will be missed by us all. Blessings to your family in their loss of such a fine and lovely soul.
Darryl Wilson
April 16, 2012
Gail,Steve, an Terry.
My name is Darryl the yard guy.
I`m sorry to heard about Sylvia,
an I appreciated her freindship.
Wilson children
Terry Onustack
April 15, 2012
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With Terry and a couple "friends" in Pueto Vallarta - 2010
Terry Onustack
April 15, 2012
Wedding photo 1955
Terry Onustack
April 15, 2012
Sylvia Onustack
April 14, 2012
Dear Steven, Tracey, Gail and Terry - We are so very sorry for the loss of your dear mother and our very good friend. You are all in our thoughts at this very sad time. Margie & Howard Jeroue
The Girls 2004
Cheryl Wieser
April 10, 2012
Ocean Shores 2008
Cheryl Wieser
April 10, 2012
Sylvia's 71st Birthday
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April 10, 2012
Sylvia's 69th Birthday
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April 10, 2012
Cruise 2009
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Cruise 2007
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California 2006
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Mexican Cruise 2005
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Mexican Cruise 2005
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Mothers Day 2004
Cheryl Wieser
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Sylvia in 2007
Terry Onustack
April 10, 2012
Geri Wilson
April 9, 2012
Gail, so sad for loss. Your Mom seemed like a wonderful woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Karen Chance (Bergstrom)
April 9, 2012
Gail, Steve, and Terry:
I am so sorry to hear about Sylvia's passing, I will always remember her from when we were younger. She was a kind, loving person. She will be missed. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours.
Sylvia at the Tower of London
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Eiffle Tower
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Sylvia and Gail in Dublin
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Sylvia has just kissed the Blarney Stone
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Sylvia in London
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Buckingham Palace
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Versiles lunch stop
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Stonehenge
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Sylvia and Gail on the train in France
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Sylvia and Gail at Notre Dame
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Cheryl Wieser
April 8, 2012
Gail, we have done alot over the last 25 years and your Mom was a part of many of those: casino visists, dinners out, movies, Hurricane Ridge, sea crusing, and the Irish Cup. The longest ever Irish Cup and she really seemed to enjoy it. Especially having shared it with you.
"God does not promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain, but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way." Author Unknown
My thoughts and prayers to you and the family.
DON MADDEN
April 6, 2012
GAIL MY PAYERS ARE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. IT WAS WONDEFUL TO HAVE MET YOUR MOTHER WHEN YOU BOTH WENT TO THE IRISH CUP.
SINCERELY,
DON MADDEN CHILLICOTHE, OHIO
Cathy Peart
April 6, 2012
Dear Gail and Family, Just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could be there to share a hug and let you know how sorry we are for your loss.
Part of your Ohio AKJU family, Cathy, Mason and Dylan
karen and gary johansen
April 5, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. She was so full of life and enjoyed her family so. Our prayers and thoughts are with each one of you as you go through this difficult time.
Karen and Gary Johansen
April 5, 2012
Steven, Gail, Terry,
Our prayers are with all of your family. We will always remeber the years that we knew your Mom. We were so sorry to hear of her passing.
Kenneth,Loretta
Kathleen Noldan
April 5, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
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