Carol N. Sylvia, 84, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2022 at The Royal in Fairhaven with her daughter, Margaret Sylvia, by her side.
Born in New Bedford, MA, Carol was the daughter of the late Courtland M. Palmer and H. Gertrude Palmer.
She was predeceased by her husband Leonard Sylvia and mother of the late Jean E. Bernat.
She was a graduate of Barrington Bible College in RI and worked at Bank of America for many years. She was a member of South Baptist Church where she sang in the choir. She was an avid reader and had a great love for animals.
She was a dear, sweet person who cared about her family, especially daughter Margaret Sylvia and grandson Matthew Sylvia. Carol radiated love, warmth and acceptance in her life and recognized the good in all. She made a positive impact on so many people’s lives and filled her home with kindness.
She is survived by her daughter Margaret Sylvia, grandson Matthew Sylvia, son-in-law Michael Sylvia, her sister Joyce Doyle, brothers Laurence Palmer and Lincoln Palmer and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Graveside Service will be held at a later date in the springtime.