Henry Sylvester Obituary

Henry Joseph Sylvester, Jr., 89
Henry County, Ky. and Genesee County, Mich.
Henry Joseph Sylvester, Jr. of Henry County, Ky. and Genesee County, Mich. passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2024 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 404 North Dayton Street, Davison, MI 48423 with Rev. Fr. Denis Spitzley celebrant.
Interment will immediately following the Mass at St. John Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive visitors 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 Davison Road, Davison, MI 48423 and 12-1 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2024 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.
Sharing of Memories will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Allen Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Henry's memory.
Henry was born in Flint, Mich. on Dec. 9, 1934, son of the late Henry and Theresa (Spegel) Sylvester, Sr. He began his career at General Motors, where he dedicated many years of diligent service before retiring. During his summers, Henry found solace and joy in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a place that held cherished memories from his childhood. A talented woodworker, Henry's craftsmanship was admired by all who enjoyed his creations. He took great joy in nurturing plants and passing on his gardening knowledge to his family. Above all else, Henry was a devoted husband and family man. His love and support were unwavering, and he leaves behind a legacy of kindness, generosity and wisdom.
Henry is survived by his wife; Delores Sylvester, five children; Dawn, Mardelle, Bradley, Jeffery and Barbara, three step-children; Monica, George and Matthew, seven grandchildren; Matthew, Michael, Michelle, David, Sara, Brent and Elizabeth, 18 great-grandchildren; Shaylynn, Cheyenne, Eric, Cynthia, Nicholas, Sabrina, Kyle, Katy, Courtney, Jeanice, Colton, Bailie, Ashton, Bailey, Sydney, Arrow, Glen "Logan" and Emery, 12 great-great-grandchildren; Hailee, Hanna, Scott, Georgia, Ethan, Oliver, Sébastien, Loki, Alex'Zander, Charlee, Jason and Lucas, many other loving family members and good friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; Henry Joseph Sylvester, Sr. and Theresa Sylvester, daughter; Elaine Bolduc, grandson; Jason Bolduc, great-granddaughter; Brihanna Sylvester, step-daughter; Rin Vankleef and two sisters; Ruth DuCap and Catherine Boris.