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Sylvester Amaral Obituary
He also leaves behind his brothers James, Peter, Wayne and his sister Vanessa and their families. He was the son of the late Elizabeth (Fagundes) and Sylvester Amaral and the stepson of the late Wayne Purnell.
He grew up in the town of Rehoboth and lived there almost his entire life. He worked for many years in the swimming pool industry and with his sons started his own pool building business seven years ago. He was a member of the West Dighton Christian Church for over 25 years where he served as a Deacon and on many other committees, he was also an accomplished singer in the church choir where he was a frequent soloist. He was a member of the Anawan Club and the Rehobth Lions Club where he held the office of President and served on many committees for the last 20 years. He served the community of Rehoboth for over 30 years, first as a Pop Warner football coach, a leader in Boy Scout Troop 13 and later as the chairman of the Board of Health for 16 years. Most recently he served as the chairman of the Council on Aging and was a board member for the Bristol Elders.
Syl touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends.
A funeral service will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM, in the West Dighton Christian Church, 2767 Horton St., North Dighton. Calling hours are Sunday, 4-8 PM in the J.H. WILLIAMS & CO. Funeral Home, 210 Tauton Avenue, East Providence. Burial will be in the W. Dighton Christian Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the: West Dighton Christian Church Memorial Fund, c/o West Dighton Christian Church, 2767 Horton Street, North Dighton, MA 02764.
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for Sylvester Amaral
Stephen Bush
December 17, 2008
To All of Syl's Family,
Deepest sorrow for everyone's loss. Syl and I were best friends through Jr. and Sr. High and had many wonderful adventures together. I know my dad and he became solid friends after I left for the Marine Corps and the west coast years ago. I was looking forward to playing racquetball with him and will have to wait till we meet on the court of pure light where he is surely playing and singing in great delight.
Chris, Michelle, Jared, Colby & Avery Botelho
November 27, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark Adams
November 25, 2008
To the Amaral family,
My heart and prayers go out to your family. May you find comfort in knowing how much he was loved, and may that help sustain you through this sad time.
Anna-Frances (Bradley) Apap
November 25, 2008
My thoughts are with you and your family. Syl was a 1960 classmate and friend at EPHS. A classmate who was a pleasure to remember.
Heather Honekamp
November 24, 2008
Jen and Family - My thoughts are with you. I hope that the joy that you have shared together creates the memories that linger on. Love is indestructable.
Take care of yourself and your beautiful family.
David Kadison
November 24, 2008
To the Amaral family,
I was sorry to here about Syl's passing. I always looked up to him and enjoyed working with him for the last 20 years. I want to extend my deepest sympathy to your family and wish you the best for the future. He wiil be missed.
David and Christine Kadison
Kerry Campbell
November 24, 2008
Dear Jen and Family,
I'm so sorry I couldn't be with you this morning, but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your Dad was a lovely man and I am certain that his presence will remain with you. God Bless you.
Love,
Kerry & Tim
John Gonsalves
November 23, 2008
Elaine & family,
As a 1960 classmate, I am so sorry to learn of Syl's passing. Elaine I pray for you to have all the strenght and love to move foward.
John Gonsalves
Kathy (Bush) Norris
November 23, 2008
To all of Syl's family, I was sorry to hear of Syl's passing. I remember Syl from many years ago when he and my brother Steve were growing up together. He was always humorous and had a great personality. My Dad, Ernie Bush also enjoyed Syl's company over the last few years before his death. I send my heartfelt sympathy.
Lori (Horton) Lincoln and Andrew Lincoln
November 23, 2008
Dear Elaine, Syl, Sandy and Amaral Family,
We offer our condolences to you and every member of your family. Syl indeed left a legacy and is loved by many many.
Remembering Syl:
I remember Syl from the Pop Warner days of cheerleading and football on Sunday Afternoons. He was a man who put others first.
More recently, he brought over the bobcat a few years back to do some yard leveling for us.. we didn't even ask.. this is typical Syl.
Syl gave us all a gift with his music and singing when he, Andrew and Doug formed the "Power Mountain Boys".
Jerry & Karen Lima
November 23, 2008
Elaine & Family,
I write this with a tear in my eye and a heavy heart. For more than 50 years we shared a deep friendship. During all those years I never heard him utter an unkind word about anyone! Amazing! Out of all the great memories that we shared, that is the one I will remember. You knew that if you were with Syl, you were going to have a good time (and probably end up singing). He was a great friend and I will remember him with these words someone once said to me; " a friend is like a star; you can't always see them, but you know they're always there". We don't get to argue with God, but sometimes I wish I could!!!!
Paul Forte
November 23, 2008
Dear Stephen & Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Larry & Jan Abrams
November 22, 2008
Elaine and family,
We loved Syl and have many fond memories of time we spent together; childhood memories, Lions Club events, cups of coffee, scratching (losing) tickets and more. He touched many lives and he will be sorely missed by everyone. Our condolences to the entire Amaral family.
david duarte
November 22, 2008
Dear Syl,Sandy All our prayers and thoughts are with you and your Family at this time DAVID,jUDY,Jen and DJ
Carol Pray
November 22, 2008
Dear Elaine, Syl, Sandy, Sean & Seth
My thoughts and prayers are all with you. Your husband, father and grandfather will be missed by many people who hearts he touch.
Lisa - Marie & Nathaniel Dyer
November 22, 2008
Elaine ,
We were saddened to hear of Syl's passing . We pray that you find some comfort in knowing that he's singing among the angels and is no longer in discomfort .
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all as you begin your journey without him . We are sure he's smiling from up above .
Love & Prayers ,
Lisa , Nathaniel , Caleb & Tatum Dyer
Amanda Gadrow
November 22, 2008
Jen: All our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you and your family. God bless, my friend. Amanda and Patrick
Rick Ellis
November 22, 2008
I knew Syl for almost 25 years,He was a very hard worker ,I have a great deal of RESPECT for that ,He will surely be missed by many ,,,Rick Ellis,,,Ellis pool covers inc.
Lora Parisi
November 22, 2008
Dear Elaine & Family,
Rick and I were so sad to hear about Syl -- so many wonderful, fun memories of the times we shared with both of you. Syl will live in our hearts forever -- he was loved and will be missed by many.
Again, so sad, so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Lora and Rick
Marjorie Morrell
November 22, 2008
Elaine and family,
Thoughts and prayers to all of you from us, here in Florida.
He was one special guy who gave much, and will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Love and sympathy,
Don and Marj Morrell
Margate, Florida
Jean Pray Mennenga
November 22, 2008
Dear Syl, Sandy and boys,
It is always hart to find the right words at a time like this, but I hope you know, that my deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts are with you now.
Ralph And Fran Pauly
November 22, 2008
Dear Elaine and Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you. With deepest sympathy and blessings of peace, comfort, and strength. Love, Ralph and Fran Pauly
Kathleen & Carl Chace
November 22, 2008
My wife and I want to send our deepest sympathy on your loss.
Tom Blanchard
November 22, 2008
Sly, you left us much too soon.
Your Classmates from EPHS Class of 1960 were enriched by you.
We will expect your spirit at our next Reunion.
Bill Cordeiro
November 22, 2008
Elaine and family, please accept my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with Syl, you and your family.
Billy Cordeiro
Louise Barth (Gagnon)
November 22, 2008
Syl,
Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Not sure if you remember me. I went to DR (grad 1981)
Louise Barth (Gagnon)
Carol Saisselin
November 22, 2008
Elaine & Family; Jim; Peter; Wayne; Vanessa; and all of your family members:
We are shocked to hear of your devastating loss, and our heartfelt sympathy goes out to each of you. I have many fond memories of times shared with Syl when we were growing up. He was a great guy, and will be deeply missed by many.
God Bless..
Lisa - Marie & Nathaniel Dyer
November 22, 2008
Dear Syl , Sandy , Sean & Seth ,
Words cannot express how it feels to lose a parent & grandparent . We always enjoyed our encounters with your father .Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time .
We are here for you anytime !
Love , Lisa , Nat , Caleb & Tatum Dyer
Caleb Dyer
November 22, 2008
Dear Mr. Syl Amaral , Seth , Sean and Mrs. Amaral ,
I am sorry to hear that your father and grandfather passed away . He was a nice man !
I will keep you all in my prayers ,
Love , Caleb P. Dyer
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