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Antonio Sylvester Obituary
He was born Aug. 12, 1931, in New London, the son of the late Salvatore and Angelina Manitta Sylvester.
Mr. Sylvester was an Army veteran of the Korean conflict.
He married the former Muriel Hall on March 19, 1955 in New London. Mrs. Sylvester survives him.
He was employed at Pfizer as a chemical operator, retiring in 1980.
Mr. Sylvester enjoyed cooking for family and friends, and was renowned for his famous homemade eggplant and Italian cookies.
He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 9 and VFW Post 189, both in New London.
Besides his beloved wife of 50 years of marriage, he is survived by a son, Antonio Sylvester Jr., of Virginia; four daughters, Linda Sylvester and Carol Sylvester, both of Virginia, DeeDee Keramidas, of Uncasville, and Diane Sylvester, of New London; a brother, John Sylvester, and a sister, Susan Miller, both of Waterford; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a brother, Thomas Sylvester.
His family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. from the Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home, 84 Montauk Ave., New London. A funeral home service will be held on Friday at 11: 30 a.m. Interment with military honors will be in St. Mary Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Antonio Sylvester
Deedee Keramidas
April 23, 2005
I just want everyone to know that I miss and love my father very much.Ihave lost one of the kindest most thouthful dads in the world.I do visit you often.I will see you in heaven some day.
Kimberly Sylvester
April 22, 2005
This is Tonys granddaughter again just wanted to post an other pome I wrote for my papa.
Rest A While
Don't cry, dry your eye
I've only gone to rest a while
Remember, the laughter, the joy, the smiles
I've only gone to rest a while
I know my going causees pain, but
I've only gone to rest a while
Remember me as I was and smile
I've only gone to rest a while
Love you always Papa
Lots of Love
Kim
XOXOXOXO
Kimberly Sylvester
April 17, 2005
I am Tonys granddaughter and I wrote this for him.
Wish You Were Here
So many of my thoughts are of you
The wonderful moments
The not so wonderful moments
The love you gave me and how you cared
How important you were in my life
How much you will be missed and
I cry knowing that one day we will be together again
So, now I will dry my tears and smile until then
Love you Papa
Love Kim
xoxoxo
April 13, 2005
Muriel my prayers are with you and your family. The short time I knew him he always made me smile. I am no longer at Dr Difrancesca's office so I won't see you anymore. I just wanted you to know that my thoughts are with you. Louise
vincent hodge
April 10, 2005
my condolences to the sylvester family. tony, was indeed a very nice person and he will be missed by all who knew him.
Jim Cortina
April 8, 2005
My deepest sympathy to the Sylvester family. Tony did many small jobs for me and always knew him to be a very friendly and reliable person. A rare trait these days. My family and I will miss Tony.
Jean Urbani
April 7, 2005
Mrs. Sylvester, Tony, Carol,DeeDee, Diane,and Linda I'm sorry for your lose Tony was a real good guy and I will miss him. God Bless you all. Love Always, Jean Urbani (Hempstead)
Susan Caddick
April 7, 2005
Diane, My Condolences go out to you and your family.
God Bless
Sue (Brads Mom)
Patricia Lamperelli
April 7, 2005
John & Susan, My sincere sympathy to you both for the loss of your brother.
Diane,Brad
April 7, 2005
Mom,
I'm really going to miss dad. I think we all know he is in a better place,there will be no more suffering.There will only be happy memories. Just remmeber we are always here for you. I Love you.
Tom & Carol Howard & family
April 7, 2005
Mrs. Sylvester, DeeDee, Tony, Carol, Linda, Diane, and families: we extend our sincere sympathy to all of you during your time of sorrow. The suffering has ended and a new life has begun.
Beth Missios
April 7, 2005
God bless you and your family.
Joyce Gardner
April 7, 2005
My sincere sympathy to the Sylvester family. I have seen you so many time at L&M. You supported Toni, and stood by him every step of the way. May the Lord support you with your loss, knowing he's in a much better place, and suffers no more.
joseph don larose
April 7, 2005
Sincere condolences to Muriel and family
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