Michael Richard "Mike" Sylvia

Michael Richard "Mike" Sylvia obituary, Peoria, IL

Michael Richard "Mike" Sylvia

Michael Sylvia Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 24, 2024.
Michael Richard Sylvia, Mike, passed away on June 14, 2024, in Peoria, Illinois, at the age of 78. He had recently suffered a severe stroke, and his body couldn't take anymore. He had fought many severe illnesses over the last 8 years, including surviving stomach cancer. Born on November 19, 1945, in Wareham, Massachusetts, he served in the United States ARMY and spent most his life as a long-haul truck driver and a master carpenter. Mike was skilled with his hands and took pride in his ability to build a home from the foundation to the roof.

Mike's personal life was filled with the joy of hobbies such as fishing, watching baseball and hockey-especially his beloved Red Sox and Bruins-and taking long Sunday car rides. He cherished the time spent with friends and most of all his family.

Mike is survived by his sister, Geri Hanson, and brother, John Ellis; his ex-wife, Christine Sears Cater, and their daughters, Robin Savage (Sylvia) and Abigail Sylvia. He was a proud grandfather to Katherine and Byron Savage III, Carly and Logan Aresta, Anthony and Xavier Rose, Isaiah Reymond, Christine Pack, and Cairo Campbell. Mike also leaves behind many nieces and nephews he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Sylvia Sr.and Mary E.Reed Ellis, and also his brothers Walter Sylvia Jr, Stevie Sylvia, Peter Sylvia, Ronnie Sylvia, and Rodger Kevin Sylvia, and his sister Jackie Daley, also by his ex-wife Sandra Johnson.

Mike's final arrangements are being handled by Illini Cremation Services in Peoria, IL. He will be cremated and later buried back on Cape Cod. A graveside service will be held at a later date, where family and friends can gather to honor his memory.

In lieu of flowers, a GoFundMe account has been established to assist his daughters with the costs associated with laying him to rest. Contributions to support the family during this time can be made through this platform. Mike's legacy of kindness, dedication, and craftsmanship will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

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June 28, 2024

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Lynne Murphy

June 28, 2024

My condolences to Mike´s family he was a friend we had some good times over Debby´s house a lot of laughs I always hoped one day I might see him again but it was not to be my prayers are with his family now

Barbara Jo Anstiss ( Sylvia)

June 26, 2024

I never met him but we are related and I'm sorry i never got the chance.. he looks just like my father

Christine Carter

June 24, 2024

We had some memorable years !! Two beautiful Daughters !! Till we meet again

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