Escanaba, MI
Sylvia A. Brown, age 58, passed away Friday July 31, 2015, at her home in Escanaba, surrounded by her loving family.
Sylvia was born July 31, 1957, in Monroe, MI, the daughter of Erasmo and Beatrice (Hernandez) Garcia. She was raised in Monroe and Alpena, MI and attended the Alpena schools. Following high school, Sylvia relocated to the Upper Peninsula where she resided in several locations before settling in Escanaba. Sylvia was employed as a Security Officer at the Island Resort and Casino. Her hobbies included, going to rummage sales, attending Native American Pow-Wows, traveling and spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed.
In addition to her parents, Erasmo and Beatrice, Sylvia is survived by:
Sons: Kris Brown of Escanaba, MI
William (Theresa) Brown of Escanaba, MI
Brothers: Hector Garcia of Monroe, MI
David H. Garcia of Monroe, MI
Michael (Delynn) Garcia of Brighton, MI
Charles (Corinne) Garcia of Chandler, AZ
Sisters: Maria Garcia-Mills of Alpena, MI
Teresa Garcia-Ruiz of Dearborn Heights, MI
Belinda Garcia-Fransen of Phoenix, AZ
Grandchildren: Dylan, Sierra, Nicklas and Steven
Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Sylvia was preceded in death by:
Infant Daughter: Jennifer
Brothers: Eddy Garcia Jr.
Joseph Garcia
Funeral services for Sylvia will be conducted at the convenience of her family. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Brown family with arrangements.
Sue Abel - Burleson, Te
Sylvia had a bright spirit and a giving heart, heaven has a big gain with her presence.
Jeff Norton
Dear Bill and Family,
My most heart felt condolences for the passing of your mother. Some of my best memories are from when your mother and I used to walk the floor at the casino. She as a security guard and myself as a slot attendant. We’d start laughing the moment we got to work and wouldn’t stop till we left for the day. Your mom was a great lady.
Sincerely,
Jeff Norton
Jodi Ducheny
Dear Bill and family,I’m so, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. She was a fantastic person.
Sheri Quick - Bark River, MI
You will be missed by all who knew you. You were always so kind hearted and would help anyone you could. I will miss your laugh, it always came from deep within. I will treasure our vacations we took together, either to Monroe to visit with Barb or to the cabin in Houghton.. We always had a blast together and every time I see turquoise jewelry…I will think of you and smile !!! Love and Miss You !!
Shirley Bizeau
To Kris and Bill and family,
Sylvia is going to be missed dearly. Jesse and I are thankful that we were home this spring to visit with her as much as we did. She will always hold a special place in my heart. She is the woman that inspired me to be free spirited. The first thing I heard in my head when I learned the news of her passing was her laugh. As with anyone that has ever met Sylvia, we will always hold our memories, so many memories, deep in our hearts and she will live on in all of us. We send our love and regrets that we cannot be there to attend her services. We love you all.
Anonymous
Dear Brown Family,I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your dear loved one. I know this is a difficult time for the family, my family and I give our sincere condolences. May the God of peace be with you all during this difficult time. (Romans 15:33).