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2014

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Barbara Sylvester Obituary

1935 ~ 2014
Bobbie passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 24, 2014 surrounded by her family after a 2 year courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Bobbie was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, mentor, trailblazer and beloved friend to many.
Barbara Jean Lindquist Sylvester, daughter of Mae Berrey Lindquist was born July 30, 1935 in Soda Spring, ID. She spent many joyful childhood years at her grandparents' ranch in Dingle, ID. With her brilliant mind and incredible work ethic, she put herself through college, graduating from the University of Utah. She met the love of her life, Ralph Sylvester, in Jackson Hole, WY, and they were married on October 25, 1958 in Salt Lake City, UT. Although Bobbie often joked that being an only child did not prepare her to be the mother of five, she built a strong and loving family and often called on her skills in the kitchen to show her love and to gather people together. She was incredibly proud of her children, who share in their mother's love of family and adventure and who will pass on Bobbie's traditions to future generations.
Bobbie is survived by her loving family: her husband, Ralph, St. George, UT; her children, Shauna Finley (Marc), Sandy, UT; Shelly Williams (George), Oak Hills, CA; Scott Sylvester (Ximena) Park City, UT; Suzie Porter (Jason) Worcester, MA; Stan Sylvester (Tara) Park City, UT; and grandchildren, Megan, Kassie, Tyler, Madison, Nicholas, Brooke, Ty, Ashton, Blake; and great granddaughter, Julia. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mae Lindquist, and her grandson Ryan.
A celebration of Bobbie's life will be held at the Bloomington Country Club (3174 South Bloomington Dr. E, St George, UT 84790) on Thursday, August 28th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. A second celebration will be held in Salt Lake City at Wheeler Farm on Thursday, October 9, 2014 from 2:30 – 4:30 pm.
The family would like to thank all of her dear friends who have visited, provided support and helped to care for our sweet mom. Your kindness and love mean the world to us.
Bobbie was passionate about education and opportunities for women. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to AAUW eSMART Camp Scholarship. We have established the Bobbie Sylvester Memorial eSMART Scholarship Fund. Please make checks payable to AAUW of St. George and reference the Bobbie Sylvester Memorial Scholarship Fund, PO Box 790, St. George, UT 84771 or you can donate on-line at http://stgeorge-ut.aauw.net/esmart/ Link to the full obituary: http://mcmillanmortuary.com/obituaries/?p=2791

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Aug. 27 to Sep. 26, 2014.

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joann goodell

October 6, 2014

Ralph, I don't know if you will remember who I am. I was the secretary for Farm Bureau Ins a hundred years ago. I recall helping you with a couple of claims. I have not forgotten your pleasantness and the beautiful bird feeder you made for me. I still have it. Thank you. I am so sorry to read of the loss of your wife. I am sending you and your family positive energy and prayers.

Bob Guymon

September 9, 2014

Hope your doing O.K. with what you've been through. Bobbi helped us with our trips we had to take for work. Know I'm thinking about you. I'm so sorry for your loss. Bob

September 1, 2014

Ralph, So sorry for your loss. I remember the wonderful trip we took to Hawaii that Bobby had arranged for us. John Roark , Howard Brown, My Wife Vicki and Myself will never forget it. Richie & Vicki Greenwood

Grace Rodriguez

August 28, 2014

Ralph, I am so sorry for your loss... She was a wonderful person..

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Suzie Porter

August 27, 2014

Val & Ruthann Petersen

August 27, 2014

We will miss Bobbie's unwavering friendship and support. She was truly a one of a kind woman and we are the better for knowing her.

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