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Sylvia Connell Obituary

Sylvia Inez Connell, age 69, lifelong resident of St. Augustine, Florida, passed away unexpectedly in Shands Hospital on June 7, 2015. She was surrounded by her loving husband of 42 years, Carl Connell; her daughter, Cyndi Haworth and husband, Greg; son, David Connell; stepson, Carl C. Connell and wife Beatriz; and stepdaughter, Cheryl Connell. Her passing was peaceful.

Sylvia lived her life with compassion for others and was selfless and forgiving in all things, always putting others before herself. She was a true role model for all who knew her.

A memorial celebration will be held to honor her life at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 28, 2015, at The Rod and Gun Club on Game Club Road in St. Augustine.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Wolfson Children"s Hospital, 800 Prudential Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32207 or SAFE Pet Rescue, P.O. Box 840215, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

Please sign the guest book at legacy.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by St. Augustine Record on Jun. 13, 2015.

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June 20, 2015

Carl David and Cyndi
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May she rest in peace
Izabela and Jim

Jim and Estela DuPont

June 14, 2015

We are shocked to hear about Sylvia's passing. Will always remember the camaraderie and fun we had for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.

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