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Michael James Sylvia
05/01/1959 - 09/13/2022
Obituary For Michael James Sylvia
Michael J. Sylvia, 63, of Warren, RI, passed away, Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at Rhode Island Hospital,
Providence.
Born in Providence, RI, he was the son of James C. Sylvia of Warren, RI (currently residing in Fall River,
MA), and the late Dorothea (Sousa) Sylvia.
Mike, as known to his friends, had worked as a machine operator at RI Lace and American Cord and
Webbing for over 25 years, retiring in 2021. He was a member of the Warren Fire Department Engine 5
for 30 plus years.
Besides his father, he is survived by a son, Matthew R. Sylvia of Warren, RI, a brother, David A. Sylvia and
his wife Darlene of Warren, RI, and a sister, Mary Ann Moniz and her husband Jay of Warren, RI. He was
also the brother of the late James A. "Jimmy" Sylvia.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, September 19, 2022, from 4-7PM in Smith Funeral & Memorial
Services, 8 Schoolhouse Rd., Warren.
Funeral services and burial will be private.
Information/On-Line condolences please visit- www.wjsmithfh.com
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I knew Mike from the FD and from living in the same building, he always helped out looking after my puppy-Karma, when I had to go out of town. Karma and I will miss him.
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So very sad to hear of his passing.. I work at Perellas in Warren and he was a frequent visitor ordering his favorite Stan Ross... Prayers to all the family and friends🙏🙏❤️
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Thinking of all of you at this sad time. May memories of happy times with Michael bring you great comfort in the days, months, and years ahead.
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RIP
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well old friend you have gone to the other side now where there is no more pain rest in everlasting peace to the the Syliva family you have my deepest condolence in memmory of MIcheal James Sylvia
