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Sylvia Burrow Obituary
BURROW, SYLVIA JO
Died Sunday, July 15, 2012 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Services will be 1:00 PM. Saturday, July 21, 2012 at the Hill Funeral Home, 11723 S. Saginaw St., Grand Blanc, MI. Interment at Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 1 to 8pm. Sylvia Jo was born August 5, 1936 in Flint, MI. to Melvin and Cecilia Brogan (Arcond). Sylvia Jo was a very special person and accomplished many things. She was a singer-song writer and recorded her song "Come Hell or High Water" and "Try a Little Love On Me" in the 70's which made the top charts. Sylvia Jo was a friend of a non-conformist Willie Nelson. She had her own radio show at the age of 14 and performed with artists such as Loretta Lynn, Kitty Wells, Little Jimmy Dickens, Ernest Tubb, and Bobby Bare along with many others. Sylvia Jo was named The Michigan Queen of The Michigan Hayride Association from 1977 thru 1982 and was inducted into the County Music Hall of Fame in 2001. She and Gabby opened the Wagon Wheel Tavern in 1988 and provided many community fundraisers for Toys for Tots, Special Olympics, and the Children's Miracle Network to name a few. April 18, 1953
Sylvia Jo was united in marriage to Darrell (Gabby) L. Burrow
in Flint, MI. They had four children, Darrell L. of VT. Allan D. (deceased), Desiree' Jo (Ron) Tanner of Burton, and Bridgit M. Lorrison of Grand Blanc; five grandchildren, Lee of GA, Jesse of Flint, Amber of FL, Angela
of GA, and Amy of GA; six great grandchildren; Godchildren, Savanna, and Ben. Special friends, Judge Herman Marable; Brother-in-Law, George Pierson, Kay, Peggy, and Barbra plus many, many friends and pet kitty, Boots. Sylvia Jo was preceded in death by her Mother and Father, husband, Darrell (Gabby), son, Allan Dale, brother, Bill, sisters, Frances, Betty, Crystal, and Rebecca, and special pets, Fu-Fu, and Kujo. Condolences may be left on-line at www.hillfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Sylvia Burrow
Sue Brackett
June 23, 2023
She was part of my family since I can remember. Sylvia Jo and my dad, Rich Jarvis played together numerous times. He even had vending machines at the Wagon Wheel before he passed. I miss them both very much!
February 7, 2013
I think of both of them a lot, it is still hard for me to realize they are gone, it will be that way for a long time.
Wes Lane
Liz Betts-Thompson
February 5, 2013
SO sorry to hear of the passing of Sylvia and Gabby. They made a lasting impression on me and my pursuit toward music. I was a regular for about 2 years at the Wagon wheel and shortly after left Michigan to go to Nashville. Thank you Gabby and Sylvia for giving me a place to make amaazing friends and sing my heart out. You were both amazing people. May you rest in peace knowing you left a lasting impression on everyone who ever had the opportunity to know you.
Jim Minor WBBC Flint, Mi 1955
todd minor
December 17, 2012
My father Jim Minor was a dear friend of Sylvia Jo. Jim was in the music business in flint in the mid 1950s and early 60s. Dad talked highly of Sylvia and he even called her in 2009 the year Jim passed away.
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bridgit l
September 11, 2012
Thanks to everyone for all the support and love. I hold them close in my heart. They both were my friend and I will miss them til the day I see them again.
August 3, 2012
bridgit, We just got home from texas ,we are so sorry to her about your mother our thoughts are with you . Your mother sure could sing we will miss her and Gabby singing at the wagon wheel.It was a great place to go with our family and have a good time..Mike and Lois Michalik and family
tookie whitman
July 26, 2012
desi,bridgit,darrell & family...may god hold you close to his heart & comfort you all. i loved your mom as she was my own. i hold many wonderful memories that i will always hold close to my heart. we had many long talks over the years and oh how she loved christmas. i remember decorating the christmas tree at the bar and she loved it. i did that epsecially jurt for her. she is now with gabby and i am sure they are singing with the angels and lifting spirits up. RIP my dear friend SJ & GABBY.you will never be forgotten. i love you tookie
July 25, 2012
Everyone in the Music business knew of (or knew) Sylvia Jo ,and Gabby. They both will be missed.They Benefits through-out the yrs. aided a lot of Musicians. Good-bye and R.I.P.Cecil (Crunch)Miller
Bryan Hodge
July 24, 2012
My condolences to Bridgette and Desiree and Family. Sylvia Joe will be greatly missed by us all. She was a great friend and musician. We had a lot of great times together over the years. May you and Gabby R.I.P.
Cathy Holmes- Myers
July 24, 2012
R.I.P. You will be missed. You might of left this world ,but not everyone's heart you touched over the years.
Donna wright
July 24, 2012
just found out she passed my mom and dad met at her bar the wagon wheel 40 years ago R.I.P Sylvia Joe you will be missed .
Pat Levely
July 22, 2012
Sylvia Jo and I worked together a few times, but mostly we were busy with our own bands, going our separate ways.We never had the chance to be gal pals, but,she was my friend. I know she has done a lot for country music in and around the Flint area.I had the priviledge and honor of anouncing her credentials and bringing her on-stage to accept her"Hall of Fame" induction award. She certainly does deserve it. She will be missed.
Till we meet again, Pat Levely
Cindi Gagnon
July 22, 2012
Am gonna miss an amazing and well loved woman, she was a great friend to have. Gonna miss the Wagon Wheel and her sweet voice!!
Stacie Suttle
July 21, 2012
Sylvia Jo was more then just a friend she was family to me. She encouraged me to let my voice be heard and she even gave me my first job as a kj for kiddie karaoke. She was always behind the teens that frequented kiddie karaoke and always opened her doors for us. Thank you for everything you did for me.
Garyq Grierson
July 21, 2012
I had the pleasure of working in Sylvia Jo's groups from about 73 or so on. Her and Gabby were special people and will be missed.
joe toole
July 20, 2012
Many great memories always love sharing the stage with her. She will be miss in the musician world. Pick it with the boys in heaven!
Ronald Macy
July 20, 2012
Never got to know Sylvia Jo but did play music with Gabby for a while and feel like I knew her. My thoughts & Prayers go out to the family.
Jerry Gibbs
July 20, 2012
My condolences to Desiree and Ron, Bridgette and Johnny, and all grand-kids, extended family and friends. It's been a few years since I have seen any of you as my health has slowed me down a bit. God be with you all I miss my old friends Gabby and Sylvia Jo and all of you. Jerry E. Gibbs
July 20, 2012
Our Hearts go out to all Sylvia Jo's Family! May you find peace at your time of need. We will all miss Sylvia Jo! She was a Beautiful entertainer and musician. She is now singing with the angels! Kent & Trudy Fanson (Flint)
Bonnie Hannahs
July 20, 2012
I was so blessed to have Sylvia as a friend. She was a great person and a true friend.May God bless her family.
Andy P
July 20, 2012
RIP Sylvia Jo, you always made me feel welcome at The Wagon Wheel.
Leslie
July 20, 2012
I'm not a close friend, but I have been to the Wagon Wheel, and met Sylvia there. SHe was very down to earth and kind. She will be sadly missed. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Tammy Hall
July 20, 2012
Bridgit, you are always in my thoughts but especially in this time of sadness. Your mom was the greatest woman and always made me laugh. I will always remember her days singing at the wagon wheel, I miss her hugs.
Scott Morgan
July 20, 2012
Sylvia, I am going to miss you, I always enjoyed coming to the Wagon Wheel and seeing you. You will be missed by many..RIP my wonderful Friend....
Scott Morgan
Diana Hundley
July 20, 2012
Sylvia Jo was loved by many. She will be missed. I pray that God will give the family and dear friends, strength in this time of sorrow, and wrap His loving arms around you all. She is at peace with Gabby....
rene deroche
July 20, 2012
when i met sylvia she was driving a your ride car she askedem tohelp put up possters ingrandblanc to get it started somym omsand i
helped ehr put up posters she sai rene igive yuo credit forhelping me start your ride ingran dblanc rip and mycondelences tothe family
evelyn sharon
July 19, 2012
silvia jo and my mom were good friends during her silver rail days and beyond. r.i.p silvia jo!
evelyn sharon.
Caitlin Rose
July 19, 2012
Sylvia Jo Lived an exciting life and taught all of us how to live. Music wasn't just a tune to her it was a life and through that she will always live!
Billy Cockrum
July 19, 2012
It was my pleasure to have the opportunity to meet and work with Sylvia Jo when we were both starting in the music business many years back and have admired her generosity to her friends and fans over the years. She will be remembered by all.
Dawn (Montgomery. ) Benedict
July 19, 2012
Sylvia Jo was like my mother .when my mother passed away she took us in like we were her own children she will alway be loved and have a special place in my heart and I have a special request please go to the wagon wheel and
set off balloons like she did for my mother sorry I can't be there i will love her always
Debbie B
July 19, 2012
Beautiful, talented lady. I'm so sorry for loss. I will miss you Sylvia and all the great times at the Wagon Wheel.
Janie Corneliussen
July 19, 2012
To an Amazing beautiful Talented women that I adore. Thank you for being my friend. You will always bring a smile to my face when I remember your stories. Love to all.
Tania June
July 19, 2012
R.I.P Sylvia Jo, U Will Be Missed & Never Forgotten... ? Give my Love to Gabby..
I will see you again one day, till then sing your heart out My friend... ????
Kathy Gallagher
July 19, 2012
To Syliva Jo's Family, You have our deepest sympaties in your loss. What an amazing woman she was. I have so many fond memories of her, that I will treasure forever. You will all be in our prayers.
Love,
Mike and Kathy (Benjamin) Gallagher
Norm Coleman
July 19, 2012
R.I.P Sylvia Jo.
Lupe Briones
July 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in their time of sorrow.
R.I.P Sylvia Jo
you will be missed.
July 19, 2012
We are greatly sorry for your loss.You will be missed very much.
Kevin,Diane&Emily Jones
July 19, 2012
RIP Sylvia Jo and all of my love and very best to you Desiree and Ron. Heal now. Be well.
Love, Marie Killian
July 19, 2012
RIP. You are a wonderful woman. I will greatly miss you. It was such a joy to work with you in the summer time.You will always be in my thoughts and prayers.You and Gabby will meet again and conitune to be together.
Love you Always,
Diane
David Severn
July 19, 2012
I sincerely send my condolences on the passing of Sylvia Jo to the family. As a Genesee Twp. Police Officer and working closely with Sylvia Jo was a great pleasure in itself. Actually she made me feel like family and always had a wonderful smile. I suspect her seat at the Wagon Wheel will always be saved for her, as she will be right there looking after everyone. She was such a special woman and she will be missed. Until we meet again Sylvia Jo, I Thank You For The Honor of being your friend Ret. David Severn
Rose Hughes
July 19, 2012
Sylvia Jo & Gabby will always hold a very special place in my heart. As well as singing with them over the years and being a part of the country music family, they were my friends and I will miss them so very much. My prayers are with the family, I love you Bridgit and Desiree'.
Joel Smith
July 19, 2012
Sylvia Jo was one of a kind. She taught me so much about being a musician and entertainer. I definitely felt a part of the Wagon Wheel's musical family. I have so many great memories because of Gabby and Sylvia Jo. Those memories range from the Wagon Wheel stage to the family Christmas party. She will be missed. RIP my friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.
Ken Mungar
July 19, 2012
It is with great sorrow that I leave my condolences with the family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken Mungar
Rebelheart Band
Lisa Sikes/Brown
July 19, 2012
My thoughts & prayers for your family. Our parents were friends forever, and I'm sure they're now making beautiful music together once again. R.I.P Sylvia Jo. We will miss you!
Tom Hall
July 19, 2012
Sylvia Jo & Gabby Became dear Friends to me For yrs At the Wagon Wheel. They boath Made me always feal like a Star Singing there . When really they were the Stars . My Condolences Goes out to the entire Family . Everytime I hear or sing husbands and wives I hold them Dear to my heart and soul. RIP . I will sing it for you again when we meet on the other side
July 19, 2012
SHE WAS A GREAT ARTIST AND RAN THE WAGON WHEEL LIKE A BUSINESS
Tom Hall
July 19, 2012
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=glc65k4LzwE To the entire Family Of Sylvia Jo , My Heart and soul goes out to you all ! hear at the top is the song Sylvia Jo used to ask me to sing her , Gabby too ! I regret i cant be there for your support in this hard time . The song was Husbands and Wives wrote by Rodger Miller who Sylvia performed with .And re recorded and performed by Brooks and Dunn . I will think of her everytime i sing or hear this song . Tom Hall Atlanta GA
Mary Mahoney
July 18, 2012
RIP,Sylvia Jo...You were a wonderful person & entertainer.A real country music Icon in the Flint area. You will be missed.
Mary Mahoney
Wes Lane
July 18, 2012
Gabby & Sylvia were dear friends to me for over fifty years, I am truly sorry that they are both gone, we had some great times playing music together back through the years, my heart felt condolences go to the family plus all of the friends like my wife & I that will miss them dearly.
Joe,Dana Taylor
July 18, 2012
You will be missed dearly by everyone,RIP Sylvia Jo....
Laura (Brogan) Norton
July 18, 2012
God bless you all. My heart is so sad for you. I'm sorry I can't make it to visit. Aunt Jo was there for me in my time of loss. I will always remember her as a kind, giving, and loving soul.
Buddy Ray
July 18, 2012
Sylvia and Gabby played music around Flint and other places as I did back in "The Day". I have known them both a very long time, and counted them among my friends and fellow musicians. It seem that we are Leaving here slowly, one by one, and we shall all be missed by those that remember us. I remember both Sylvia and Gabby and certainly do miss them. My condolences and sympathy to the Loved ones they leave behind. There will be a big jam session and guitar pull somewhere someday, and we shall meet again! RIP
patrick robinson
July 18, 2012
May God be with her family.She. was a sweet lady and will be missed.
dan & georgeann richards
July 18, 2012
Sylvia Jo sure knew how to throw a party! I don't think she ever turned anyone down asking to use the Wagon Wheel for a benefit. We'll miss you sweet lady.
Phil Myrick
July 18, 2012
Thank you for your encouragement all these years.
Surely your Light makes Heaven shine much Brighter this day.
Wiz Feinberg
July 18, 2012
R.I.P. Sylvia Jo. I'll miss you.
My condolences to Desiree and Ron, Bridgette, Darrell, and all grand-kids, extended family and friends.
glenda suttle
July 18, 2012
sylvia joe will be greatly missed what a loss for for us all
Donald & Linda Chapman
July 18, 2012
We are so sorry for the family of Sylvia Jo...She will be missed by all who knew her. I know we will miss seeing her on our trips to Michigan. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in their time of sorrow.
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