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Sylvia Larkin Obituary
Sylvia was born in Farmington, MO on February 2, 1941, to Walter L. Cleve (d. Dec. 1961), and Bertha Estelle Hoehn Cleve (d. March 1994). She married, and is survived by, her husband Phillip N. Larkin of 44 years.
As an avid tennis player and golfer, Sylvia enjoyed life to the fullest whether she was cooking one of her famous dishes, enjoying coffee with a friend, attending Bible study, or helping care for one of her great nieces or nephews. Sylvia was a long-time member of Concord Trinity United Methodist church. She was a devoted wife, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and above all friend.
Sylvia was predeceased by her mother, father, and brother Melvin "Shorty" Cleve. In addition to her husband, Phillip, she is survived by her siblings: Virginia Rickus (Chester), William (Alma Dean), Betty Carlton (Charles E), Barbara Cortor (Jesse), Ruby Gifford (Jim), all of Farmington; Carol Cleve of St. Louis; Sonny (Vicky) of Farmington; Ray Lynn (Nancy) of Ellisville; and Sandy Krajcovic (David) of St. Louis.
All of Sylvia's extended family, brothers- and sisters-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews, and countless number of her friends will remember her with the rigor and humor with which she enjoyed life.Services:A visitation will be held at Kutis Funeral Home, 10151 Gravois Road, on Tuesday from 4pm - 8pm. Funeral services followed by a grave-side service will be at United Memorial Methodist Church and Hillview Memorial Gardens in Farmington, respectively, on Wednesday at 10am. In lieu of flowers, please send all donations to the American Liver Foundation (www.liverfoundation.org).
Memories and Condolences
for Sylvia Larkin
Norma Hill
August 1, 2006
Phil,
I feel as though I know you through Syl. She was a friend and I enjoyed so much working with her at Talbot's as well as being with her after she left.She could always make you laugh as well as share words of wisdom and be a caring friend. My heartfelt sympathy to all.
Bob & Jean Herman
August 1, 2006
Phil, I am so sorry to hear of Syl's passing. I worked with Carol for years. And Syl came into visit her. And I, had the pleasure of her friendly smile, always had something fun to say. She and Carol always were together when I met them as years past. Lots of good memories.Our deepest sympathy to you and your famly.
JIM DITTMAR
August 1, 2006
DEAR PHIL AND THE CLEVE EXTENDED FAMILY.
MY PRAYERS ARE FOR SYLVIA AND MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL. I AM SORRY THAT I CAN NOT BE WITH YOU.
BUT MY MEMORIES OF WHAT A WONDERFUL
FUN AND SHARING WOMAN THAT WAS SYLVIA STILL WARM ME.
GOD BLESS SYL AND ALL OF YOU.
Jim & joyce Vester
July 31, 2006
Phil,
Our hearts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. If there is anything we can do to help you through this, please let me know. Hang tough buddy!
Jerry and Carole Martin
July 31, 2006
Phil,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss--but, we are thankful that Syl will suffer no more! We will be remembering you in our prayers. God Bless! Jerry and Carole
Hollie and Jeff Torbit
July 31, 2006
Phil,
We are extremely sorry for your loss. Sylvia was such a great lady.
Justin Fowler
July 31, 2006
Phil,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Berry Wooldridge
July 31, 2006
Phil, please accept sincere condolances from the Wooldridge's.
Lydell Hemmingsen
July 31, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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