Sydiria Ann Silvia, age 71, passed gracefully after a long battle with Alzheimer's, on Saturday, October 27, 2017.
Sydiria Silvia was born in Portland, Oregon on April 17, 1946. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1964. She worked as a supervisor for the Port of Portland (Portland's International Airport).
She was predeceased by her parents, Sylvia Ann Glenn and Marcus Garvey Glenn. Sydiria will be lovingly remembered by her children Myldred Marie Silvia and Sydiria Ann Reese. Her grandchildren Marcus Silvia, Marvin Silvia-Carter, Maurice Silvia-Carter, Nevaeh Rye'Ann Grant and Xavier Maurice Reese. Her brothers William Maurice Glenn, Thomas Glenn, and Robert Glenn.
While Sydiria was a devoted mother and grandmother, one great burning calling was to provide for her brother William Glenn. William's many challenges in life stirred Sydiria's calling to be his advocate and friend. Sydiria enjoyed reading books, watching basketball and football games especially with her brother Thomas Glenn.
A Funeral Service in memory of Sydiria will be held on Friday, November 3, 2017, at 12:00 p.m. at New Zion Revival church, 3516 NE 71st. Portland, Oregon 97213, with Rev. Willie Hurst officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions are made to:
Oregon Alzheimer's Chapter
1650 NW Naito Parkway, Suite 190
Portland, OR 97209
Duncan's-Thank you 🙂
Darlene Pierce-Thank you for taking the time to remember my mother. She was a wonderful mom and a devoted grandmother. I miss her daily.
Terri McClure-Thank you for your condolences.
I recently learned about Sydiria. Both my mother and I worked with her in retail. So sad to hear about her passing.
Just found out about Sydria. I worked with her at GI Joes. My deepest condolences to her family
With Heartfelt Sympathy to the Silvia Family,
May you rely on the God of all comfort to help you to endure the days ahead.
" God is our refuge and strength "
( Psalms 46 : 1 )
I cant tell you how much I will miss you. It wasn't about talking to you every day, I only kept up through your daughter but knowing you were there meant so much to me. I am sorry I didn't see you for years but I am so grateful for you showing me love when I was young. Thank you for being a shinning example of a strong black woman. You made a difference in me even if I never told you.
May she rest in God's care in her Heavenly home. Thank you for trusting Johnson Funeral Home.