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Sylvia Hobbs Obituary
Sylvia Joan Hobbs of Wolcott, Conn., died on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, in the Connecticut Hospice Center in Branford, Conn. She was born in Plymouth, daughter of the late Anna (Hilliard) and Michael Buckovich. Sylvia is survived by her husband, Walter B Hobbs Sr. of Wolcott, Conn.; son, Walter B Hobbs Jr., and his wife, Tobi, of New York; daughter, Patricia A Swan, and her husband, Scott, of Wolcott, Conn.; five grandchildren; and Sandra Duren, who was like a daughter to Sylvia, and her husband, Harry, of Seminole, Fla.; sisters, Lois Monka and the late James Monka, Plymouth; Kay Piatt and husband, Bob, of Estero, Fla. Special thanks to the staff of the Connecticut Hospice Center for their wonderful care and compassion. Funeral services will be held at the family's convenience. Donations may be made to the Connecticut Hospice Center of Branford Connecticut, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford , CT 06405.
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David Ravert
February 2, 2012
Lois & Family. So sorry. I remember Sylvia to be a very special person.
David Ravert
Lee Giblin
February 2, 2012
We knew Sylvia for many years through church. Our condolences to the family.
George and Lee Giblin
Wayne Thomas
February 2, 2012
Walter and Family:
Our cousin Dwight told us of your wife's illness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. GOD BLESS!
Wayne and Marie Thomas
patty swan
February 2, 2012
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