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Sylvia Sanders Obituary
Sylvia was born on September 11, 1934, in Picayune to the late Guy and Legon Jopes. After graduating from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, she married her high school sweetheart Ernie and moved to Montgomery and then New York before settling in Tallahassee. Throughout her entire life, Sylvia had a deep passion for music. She loved musicals and was a member of the marching band in college. Sylvia was also an avid tennis player.
Between caring for her family and all the animals she gave a home to, Sylvia found plenty of time to give back to her community. She was a member of the Ivy-Daisy Garden Circle, PEO, Tallahassee Historical Society, and Trinity United Methodist Church. Sylvia and Ernie also devoted a lot of their time to Goodwood, where Ernie worked as a docent and Sylvia manned the visitors' table selling tickets for his tours.
Funeral service was held Saturday, August 13, 2011 at Trinity United Methodist in Tallahassee.
Sylvia Sanders was incredibly beloved and spread love and compassion to every life she touched. Our family would like to thank the wonderful medical professionals who helped care for our dearly loved wife and mother. Memorial contributions may be made to her church, Trinity United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1086, Tallahassee, FL 32302.
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Barbara Stewart Jones
August 7, 2020
Sylvia and I graduated from DeRidder (LA) High School together in 1952. I will always remember her as full of life, always smiling. She and Ernie were the perfect couple and I imagine their life together and their children's lives were enhanced by that mutual love of fun and laughter.
Claude Kenneson
August 23, 2011
It just came to my attention today of Sylvia's passing. Ernie, I'm so sorry. My condolences to you and family.
Diane McKissack
August 19, 2011
I'm so very sorry to hear of Sylvia's passing. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Sylvia Dunn
August 18, 2011
Ernie and family. So sad to hear that your beloved wife has passed. Even though Larry and I moved away from Tallahassee in 1980, I still remember Sylvia. I have sad news, too....Larry, former husband, passed away last year.
Steve and Helen Carothers Edwards and family
August 16, 2011
Please accept our sincere condolences.
August 15, 2011
Ernie,
Eileen & I were sad to read the news that Sylvia died. Jerry Johnston sent us the notice.
We remember Sylvia well as a wonderful peaceful lady. We wish you & the family all the best during this time of sorrow.
God bless you.
Eileen & Art Tonkinson
August 13, 2011
For a brief time I worked with Sylvia and she was such a good person to know. - Becky Miller
Donnelle Brasseaux
August 12, 2011
My heart is very heavy. Sylvia was a wonderful friend to me when Jude died. I will always cherish the memories of our weekly afternoon visits at Goodwood. Sylvia and Ernie were part of our Goodwood family, and Sylvia will be greatly missed. My prays are with Ernie and their children and grandchildren.
Barbara Jones
August 12, 2011
We were looking forward to seeing Sylvia again at our DeRidder High School class reunion this October. It was quite a shock to hear of her passing. Our sincere condolences to Ernie, their children and grandchildren. We will miss her smiling face.
Griff and Barbara (Stewart) Jones
August 12, 2011
We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
The Salimone Family
August 12, 2011
We pray for God's comfort and peace to envelope you in the midst of such sorrow. I am originally from DeRidder--lived on So. Division St.--Joyce Burkett (Rogers). Class of 1953
Rick and Rose Platt
August 12, 2011
Our deepest condolences.
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