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Silva Twilling Obituary
Passed away on December 25, 2006. She was born in Buhl, Idaho and raised in Haggerman. She retired from the Army Core of Engineers after 25 years. Silva was an energetic and vivacious woman who was always on the go. Silva was a remarkable mother, aunt, and friend. She was a member of Phi Epsilon Phi sorority for 50 years. She belonged to Allied Arts, Women's Forum, Tuesday Club, and enjoyed her bridge and bunko groups. Silva treasured her family and was immensely proud of them. She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry, son Kevin and brother Marlin. Beloved mother of Vicki (Dave), George (Holly), Randy (Emily), and Greg (Kim). Cherished grandmother to Mindy, Kelley, Shelley (Trevis), Robyn, Darcie (Ashley), Greg (Brittany), Rich, Vanessa, Kendal, Alex, Keri, and Emily. Great grandmother to Haley, Blake, Jet, and Max. Also survived by her sister, Donna. Services will be held on Saturday, January 6 at 10:00am at Mount Vernon, 8201 Greenback Lane. Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Silva's life at her house from 1pm to 4pm following the funeral. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the SPCA.
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Steve Groff
February 4, 2007
My Dear Classmate Friend George and Families. I'm so sorry that I didn't know about your Mother's Passing, until Saturday, February 3, 2007 when I saw George and Holly at Gail King's Mother's Memorial Service.
Please accept my belated Condolences and know that all have a special place in my Heart and Prayers.
I only got to know your Mother a short time ago, when I was working at the ARCO Station, for Charles Jacoway. She would go there and fill the Tank herself on her Car and never once asked for help, unless the Pump wasn't operating properly.
I certainly know with all the people in my Life that I've lost, these past several years.
If I can help any of you in any way, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Peace, Blessings, Prayers, Love and Hugs, Steve Groff
Cheryl Paul
January 5, 2007
Gone is another one of my memories that I had with my Mother,Arleta Paul and my Aunt Norma Loudenslager. My thoughts are with you and your families.
Joetta Hash
January 5, 2007
I always looked forward to seeing Mrs. Twilling at the Methodist church luncheon and to her Christmas letters every year. She was a beautiful woman, inside and out. She raised a wonderful family. My deepest sympathy to you all. JoEtta Hash, Sacramento, CA
Maria L. Paiva
January 4, 2007
My sincere condolences to the Twilling family.
Eva Flint
January 4, 2007
Vicki, George, Randy and Greg
My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. I have known you and your parents when all of you were just little kids. I looked forward each year to your Mom's Christmas Letter because she kept us informed of all of you and your families. I am still in shock because I was gone during the week of Christmas but she came to my mind on the way home because I had not received her letter. I feel for you kids and families. Part of my life has been taken from me also. Sorry I can not be there but Indianapolis is so many miles away. I love you and will be thinking of you always.
Jackie and Fred Claussen
January 4, 2007
Vicki and Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Your mother was one of the most gracious and lovely people we've ever known. I know that she will be missed by many!
Patrice & John Farncomb & Nancy Abma
January 4, 2007
It was a great pleasure knowing Sylva for what seems like forever. I worked in program development at the Corps of Engrs when she was our secretary and we had "break" together for many years. My mother Nancy Abma & my husband John F. also knew Sylva and John would see her at the breakfast at Mimi's once a month. We'll miss her very much. She was always very much "the lady" and always looked lovely - obviously she took pride in her appearance and it definitely showed. Also, George & I have the same birthday and were born in the same hospital, which I know because as I said, we all (me, mom, & John) used to have break together at work and shared lots of stories. She was a lovely lady and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Thanks for this opportunity to say how special she was, I will not be able to attend the funeral because of a previous engagement that cannot be cancelled, so I wanted to be sure and let you know what a great lady she was. Patrice F.
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