Sylvia Poodry
May 31, 1940 - August 11, 2024
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Sylvia Poodry announce her passing on August 11, 2024 at the Guelph General Hospital. Born on May 31, 1940 to Ed and Emma (nee Hill). Affectionately known to her family and friends as “Sylvi”, her life was vibrant, filled with laughter, love and passions for teaching, Five-pin bowling, golf, the Maple Leafs and the Blue Jays and the Cleveland Browns.
Much too soon, she has left her long-time partner Ross Lederman, sisters Doris (late Sidney Henhawk) of Six Nations of the Grand River, Suzanne of Toronto, Frances (late Roy Svisdahl) of Williams Lake, B.C. and brothers Edd (Mary) of Fergus and Willie (predeceased).
She will be missed by nieces and nephews, Cheryl Henhawk (Bruce Bierman] of Ayr, Greg Henhawk of Six Nations, Dan and Katie Henhawk of Winnipeg, Ronald Svisdahl (Nicole Molendyk) children Kaiden and Brooke of Kamloops; Shannon Svisdahl of Kelowna, Jamie and Matt Fallis children Cohen and Miller of Elora; Ashley and Andrew Nicholson children Arlo and Emmy of Cambridge; and Teri Poodry of Guelph.
We would like to extend special thanks to the staff on the Fifth Floor at the Guelph General Hospital for their care and compassion and to superintendents Serena and Clint Cardinell at the Watson Road Apartments in Guelph. Cremation has taken place. There will be a Celebration of Life planned for a later date. Arrangements by RHB Anderson Funeral Homes in Hagersville. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Luanne Martin
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Aug 18th, 2024
Sincere condolences to Sylvia’s (Miss Poodry) family. The Poodry’s were old-time friends with my family and Sylvia taught my oldest son in grade 1 at Emily C General school on Six Nations. She was a wonderful lady- rest easy Sylvia. Luanne (Bradley) Martin
Posted by
Brian Gingerich
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Aug 18th, 2024
Had the pleasure of knowing Sylvi & Ross through two decades of bowling. She was an amazing advocate of 5-pin and spent many years supporting all levels of the industry. Always kind, gracious and smiling, she was quick with wit and humor and was a very talented, competitive warrior in golf, bowling and card games. Rest well old friend!!!
Posted by
Sally Baril
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Aug 18th, 2024
Richard and I express our sincere sympathy to Ross and to all of Sylvia's family on her passing. We had the pleasure of getting to know Sylvia while bowling at Waterloo Bowling Lanes, and while she was President of the WL5PBA, she convinced me to start volunteering with the Association. That led to many social outings where she shared her life history, interesting teaching career, outstanding accomplishments in bowling and her dedicated volunteer work with 5 Pin Bowling. I am sure the golf courses will also be mourning her loss. Rest in peace, Sylvia! You will be missed by all but have left behind so many happy memories for us all to cherish!
Posted by
Marney Galawray
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Aug 18th, 2024
Sincere condolences to Syvia’s family and Ross. She was fun to bowl with let alone to things with. She knew all levels of bowling whether YBC, Inter-City Ladies, etc. May you enjoy your time with other heavenly bowlers, golfers. Etc.
Posted by
Paul Bauer
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Aug 18th, 2024
I wish to express my sincere sympathies to Ross and family for the loss of Sylvia. When I was a new president of the Grand River 5 Pin Bowlers' Association, Sylvia was a great mentor whom I greatly appreciated and respected. Rest peacefully, and thank you.
Posted by
Pastor Butch
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Aug 19th, 2024
Our condolences and prayers to the family on behalf of Medina Baptist Church
Posted by
Claudine VanEvery-Albert
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Aug 24th, 2024
Condolences to Sylvi's family. She will be missed.
I first came to know Sylvi when I, as a teenager, worked for Eddy weeding his cucumber patch. Emmy would invite me in for lunch and laughter. It was there that I learned about Sylvi's great sense of humour. Later, we would meet up as we were doing our education work. She was a wonderful teacher and was liked and respected among the education staff at Six Nations. May the good memories bring you peace in the days and weeks to come.
~Dicki
Posted by
Bob and Rita Bennett
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Sep 4th, 2024
Dear Doris,
Bob and I send our condolences to you and your family in the loss of your sister.
I remember Sylvia as a fun golfing companion in the "good old days" when you and I would travel to her neck of the woods for a tournament.
May many wonderful memories comfort you in her loss. Fond regards, Rita
