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Sylvester McKenna Obituary
McKenna, Sylvester Joseph Jr.
a St. Louis native, competitive swimmer, U.S. Navy veteran, and longtime local businessman, died March 4, 2020, of natural causes in Bountiful, Utah. He was 88. The devoted husband, father of four (Erin, Kristin, Joan and Sylvester 'Terry' III) and grandfather of four (Andrew, Lisa, Brian, and Logan) was known throughout his life as 'a genuinely nice guy.' He swam for the Missouri Athletic Club, St. Louis University High, and the Navy. He also obtained his pilot's license and once landed at Lambert Field. Organizations he cofounded included the Creve Coeur Figure Skating Club and St. Louis National Charity Horse Show. He somehow squeezed in golf time and took pride in having hit three holes in one. A small memorial celebration will be held. Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend.
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Ellen Schreiber Lynch
May 28, 2022
To Joan and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your dad and all of you from elementary school days. I hope you're finding comfort in each other.
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