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QUENTIN LOUIS SYLVESTER

Date of Passing: Apr 17, 2015

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QUENTIN LOUIS SYLVESTER 1918 - 2015 Peacefully with family by his side, on April 17, 2015 at the Carman Memorial Hospital in Carman, MB. Quentin is lovingly remembered by his son Darryl (Nola) Sylvester of Carman and their children, Corby Sylvester and great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Ty, Tara Skibo (Doug) and great-grandchildren, Matthew and Ruby, Ian (Shannon) Sylvester; and by one daughter Kim (Ron) Janzen of Carman. Quentin was born June 24, 1918 and raised on the farm. He went to Tobacco Creek School and worked on the farm until he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War as an aero engineer. On September 18, 1943 he married Madeline Joyce McCann. After the war, they began raising mink and continued in the business until they and Jack Ross opened "R & S Drive Inn" in 1960. In 1962, Quentin took over the business and changed the name to "Syl's Drive Inn". In their retirement they wintered in Victoria and summered at Platford's Landing in Clearwater Bay. Quentin was musical...playing the piano, saxophone and clarinet in orchestras and bands, as well as singing in the choir. He was a proud member of the Carman Legion and Carman Kinsmen Club and spent time golfing, bowling, fishing, hunting and metal detecting. Quentin will be sadly missed by his many friends and loving family. Funeral service was held at the Carman United Church in Carman, MB on Tuesday, April 21, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Harold Kenyon officiating. Interment has taken place in the family plot in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Carman Area Foundation, Box 160 Carman, MB, R0G 0J0 or the Carman United Church, Carman, MB, R0G 0J0. Doyle's Funeral Chapel of Carman, MB in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 25, 2015

Condolences & Memories (5 entries)

  • Darryl & family - So sorry to read about your Dad. Miss seeing you at Syl's since you retired. Many years have passed since we worked together. My grandchildren have grown up always having to stop at Syl's every time we went to Manitou and on the way back. They are now 19 and 21. Your Dad certainly established a tradition. - Posted by: Gerri McLean (Shute) (Friend) on: May 17, 2015

  • My sincere sympathy to Kim and Darryl and family. Your Dad was one of a kind. I loved running into him when I'd visit Carman. He always had a funny story or joke for me. What a wonderful long life he had but still sad to lose such a wonderful man. - Posted by: Colleen (Brechin) Boutang (Neighbour) on: Apr 27, 2015

  • Darryl, my sincere condolences to you and your family. When I was a young fellow playing hockey your Dad would always stop and talk to me and treat me like a true friend. I have never forgotten that. He was the definition of a true gentleman. I know he will be truly missed by your family. - Posted by: Ross Burnett (Friend) on: Apr 25, 2015

  • We have truly lost a wonderful friend. As a "snow bird" we had many laughs and lots of fun with Quintin and Jo. We do hope that fond memories will help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Ray & Wanda Forsyth Regina, Sk. (Friend) on: Apr 25, 2015

  • So sorry for your loss Darryl & family. Your dad was such a big part of our growing up years in Carman. He was always welcoming at Syl's and we all loved to hang out there. He will be missed by many people. You were lucky to have him for so many years. My sincerest condolences, Joan - Posted by: Joan Knowles (Feakes) (Friend) on: Apr 25, 2015

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