BORN

1913

DIED

2013

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Aycock Funeral Home

505 South Federal Highway

Stuart, Florida

Nettie Sylvester Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 2, 2013.

Nettie E. Sylvester, 99, passed away on January 1, 2013 at Martin Nursing and Restorative Care in Stuart, Florida.

Born in Redington, Nebraska, she had previously lived in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska before relocating to Stuart fourteen years ago.

Nettie was a homemaker and of Presbyterian faith.


She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Hassler of Stuart, Florida; son, John Sylvester of Calistoga, CA; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Nettie was predeceased by her husband, Charles Patrick Sylvester.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in Nebraska.


Contributions may be made in her honor to Treasure Coast Hospice, 1201 SE Indian Street, Stuart, FL 34997.


Online condolences may be made to her family at www.aycockfuneralhome.net


Arrangements are entrusted to Aycock Funeral Home, Stuart, FL.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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January 10, 2013

Nancy and Austin Franklin Lewis

Our sympathies to your family. We have fond memories of visiting the family during our growing up years in Western Nebraska.
Austin and Nancy Franklin Lewis

January 8, 2013

Joice and Bill Franklin

Sincere sympathy to the family. Nettie was our father's cousin. She was a great lady and will be missed.

January 8, 2013

Glenda Barnes (Moss)

With great sadness I write this. Pattie Jo called me this morning to tell me of my Aunt's passing. She was one of the dearest people in my life. She is in a better place now and happy I am sure. God Bless you Aunt Nettie. Glenda

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