Joseph M. Sylvia died December 9, 2011 at the VNA Hospice House of Vero Beach.

He was born in Faial, Azores as a U.S. citizen, coming to New Bedford, Massachusetts in 1946.

During the Korean War he joined and served proudly in the United States Navy from 1950 to 1954 on board the U.S.S. Everett F. Larson DDR830.

After returning from the Navy he moved to Miami, Florida to attend Embry Riddle Aeronautical University graduating with his Airframe and Powerplant license and met his future wife Marion F. Futch.

He owned and operated J&M Aircraft Engines in Miami, Florida for 42 years. His work was his passion. He attended Saint Sebastian Catholic Church and was a proud member of Sebastian VFW Post 10210.

He had a great love for his family and a great faith in God.

He was preceded in death of his wife of 48 years Marion F. Sylvia in 2008 and is survived by his son Joseph H. Sylvia of Sebastian, FL, brother Manuel L. Sylvia of Leesburg, FL, two sisters Maria Sylvia of Ocala, FL and Ann Daniels of Boca Raton, FL and good friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA/Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.

Services: A graveside service will be held on Tuesday December 13, 2011, at 11:00 A.M. at Sebastian Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by the Sebastian River VFW Post 10210.

Arrangements are under the direction of Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory, Sebastian, Florida. Condolences may be sent through www.seawindsfh.com


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