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Sylvia Kendall Obituary
Sylvia graduated from Liberty High School, Mary Washington College, and received her Master of Taxation Degree from Georgia State University, which began her career as a CPA. Sylvia was a talented pianist, seamstress, and an advocate for feral cats. She could be seen nightly at the Boonsboro Kroger feeding kitties behind the dumpsters.
At Sylvia's request, there will be no public services. If you wish to honor her memory, please consider making a donation to the Lynchburg Humane Society, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Shriner's Children's Hospital.
Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sylvia Kendall
Lisa Dunn
January 25, 2025
I worked with Sylvia feeding, spaying, neutering and caring for the cats at Kroger Boonsboro. She was a treasure, so concerned for the homeless kitties. I moved from Lynchburg several years ago but kept in touch with Sylvia for years and knew she was carrying on caring for the cats. So kindhearted! I had not heard from her for a couple years and am saddened to hear of her illness and death. It's a huge loss to the community. May she rest easy...
Phil Beckman
September 16, 2024
Happy Birthday to my favorite childless cat lady! Sure do miss you...
Scott
April 7, 2024
I met Sylvia back in 1999 as a work colleague. She was a good mentor and friend. I lost touch with her after she moved back to VA but I was so glad she got back to her roots. She was a straight shooter and hard working American. She always had good advice. I figured she was in her 50s around then and I remember thinking one day I will be that age and driving a buick like her! I am there now just no buick. Her pain is over and worries no more. Rest in peace Sylvia.
Marianne Vest
April 6, 2024
I just was looking outside on this beautiful night and noticed that Sylvia´s light isn´t on. It´s a sad sight. I extend my sympathy to her family especially Will.
Kaye
March 30, 2024
Thank you all so much for your kind words and remembrances. It was a difficult year for Sylvia, and she chose to fight this battle in private; but, she fought with a strength and determination that you would expect of her. We miss her terribly.
Robert E Ryan III MD
March 29, 2024
My memories of Sylvia go way back to 1969 when I met her and proposed to her in 1970. Alas it was not to be . Great memories. My sincere condolences to her entire extended family. Bob Ryan
John Granville
March 29, 2024
To Kaye, Annette and Gayle,
It's hard for me to believe that your sister - and a good friend of 70 years (Liberty Academy, Bedford HS and then Liberty HS - Class of '66) is no longer with us. Sylvia was a very smart, hardworking and professionally accomplished lady who will be missed by all of us. May "His peace" be with every family member.
Diane Williams
March 28, 2024
To the family, I´m so sorry for your loss. Sylvia was a sweet lady and always a joy to work with.
Myra Christian
March 28, 2024
I was one of Sylvia's caregivers I enjoyed being there for Sylvia in her time of need.May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Myra
Melinda Binger
March 28, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I´m sure Sylvia is close to God and in the company of a host of gracious spirits.
Deepest Sympathies -
Lynnie Binger
Phil Beckman
March 28, 2024
Wow. What a shock. I first met Sylvia when I bumped into her in the Liberty Academy lunch line in 1959 (!). I had a huge crush on her after that.
In the late 1990s, Sylvia bought a house on Langhorne Road that had belonged to my Aunt Laura. I made a point of calling or seeing her on my trips back to Bedford. She always had the latest lowdown on various class members. A smart lady.
Her furry children will miss her and so will I. May you rest in peace, Sylvia,
Laura Toms
March 27, 2024
Deepest sympathy and prayers to the family and friends.
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