Sylvia Elizabeth Osborne (Hurley)
Jan 22, 2012
OSBORNE, Sylvia Elizabeth - Peacefully with her family by her side, Sylvia Elizabeth Osborne in her 93rd year, daughter of the late Art and Mary Hurley, wife of the late Ernest, mother of Arthur (Dianne) and Clarke (Shirley). Sister of Melba, Sheila and the late Rauleigh, late Leta, late Norma, late Wilbert and the late Bruce. Gramma of Rosalyn, Tricia, Jana, Michael, Gordon. Great grandmother of four and great great grandmother of four. Dear aunt and great aunt of many. Special friend to the 'card girls' and others. The family extends appreciation to staff of the Davey Home, especially first floor, Birch Lane for their care and compassion. As she said many times, “They treat me pretty well here.“ In keeping with Sylvia's wishes there was no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place. Committal in the spring at Greenwood Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Davey Home Foundation, The Salvation Army or the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the ARTHUR FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE
This story by freelance writer, well known local history buff, writer and family friend, Rick McGee, appeared in the Sault Star: