Sylvia Cordelia Anderson was born in Franklin, North Carolina on March 24, 1913 to Hezekiah and Hassie (Cloer) Dills. She grew up in North Carolina and was united in marriage to Charles Anderson in 1928. They moved to Birdsview, Washington in 1952 before eventually settling in Sedro-Woolley.
Our precious mother went to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 5:29 p.m. on July 25, 2013 at the age of 100 years, four months and one day. Her legacy left for us is one of boundless love and tender loving care. Her life was her family, all 132 of us. She made each of us feel special when we were with her. Mother’s faith was the rock she built her life on and through many trials it never wavered, she shared it with everyone she met. She loved her flowers, cooking for her family, and taking cast away dolls making them over with hand sewn clothes and beautiful hair. Mother never gave up or discarded anyone or anything, she saw only the good in everyone and believed love could conquer all.
Sylvia is survived by her ten children: Rebecca Mudgett, Charles Kenneth (Jean), Alice Frizzell (Roy), Joan Gardinier (Keith), Mary Sego (Ron), Robert (Cheerie), Ted (Marlene), Gayle Ashbach (Dave), John (Janine), Ray (Debbie); 28 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren, and 40 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Hez Dills of Sedro-Woolley; sister, Annie Stiener (Al) of Mount Vernon, and Ruth Southard of Franklin, North Carolina. She is also survived by special friends, Myrtle Frisbee and Louise Buchanan and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; daughter, Margie Guffie; grand-daughter, Gloria Guffie, and great-grandson, Jeremiah Johnson; her parents, Hezekiah and Hassie Dills; brothers, Elzia, Clifford, and Gordon Dills and sisters, Beulah Smith and Golda Burch.
We owe a special “Thank you” to United General Hospital and Sedro-Woolley Life Care Center for the wonderful care and treatment of our Mother and to Mother’s Pastor Harold Thornbrough of Valley Baptist Church for his caring support of the family. The family highly requests that memorials be made to the Valley Baptist Church, P.O. Box 267, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at 11:00 am at Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley, followed by a graveside service at the Lyman Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Valley Baptist Church in Sedro-Woolley
I am writing this note in behalf of the whole Ralph Bell family. We have been thinking of this whole family during this time of loss. It is wonderful to know that the bridge of friendships that began in Franklin, North Carolina and led to Washington so many years ago is still strong in spirit. Find comfort in each other and the path that Mrs. Anderson made for you.
Ralph and Jo Anne Bell
Judy Bell
Barbara Bell Watson
Ralph Greg Bell
Sylvia will be missed so much by everyone.She was a book of information.She knew the bible ,and had no doubt that she was going to heaven.You felt so loved in her presence.Peace and love to the family.
Ihave known the anderson family most of my life. I drove strawberry bus with charlie. I really loved Granny as most people called her. I would see her at church and her and my mom were good friends. I believe the last time I seen her she told me( I told my kids if the Lord came to get me I was going !!!!!!!!! What more can i say. We will miss her Dorothy
Dear Anderson Families …
I send you love and prayers as you each transition into life without the physical presence of your Mama. You have been so blessed to have her in your lives for such a long time ~ what an accomplishment to achieve 100 years surrounded by so many who loved her. She surely is entitled to, not only rest, but the grand reunion taking place with those who went before her.
Your parents raised the most wonderful children I have ever had the pleasure to know; each child talented in their own right, dignified, kind, courteous, loving and truly faithful, long term friends.
Bless your hearts and may God provide peace for each of you during this time. You have so many lovely memories of your Mama and Daddy and of the cherished times you spend together.
Much love to you all …
We will meet again granny, we love you so much, your life will
Never be forgotten u touched so many people. Rest in peace my dear sweer
Granny.
Dear family,
I wrote Sylvia a letter a couple of years ago and was so surprised when she wrote back. I am the Secretary of the Anderson Reunion held in Franklin, NC each year. My mom was Gertie Dills, grandparents homer and Iley Lou Anderson Dills. I don’t know if any of you remember them. Sylvia was a gracious lady and dear to everyone. Look me up on facebook “Wanda Ledford Buchanan.” or email me. I would love family history and keeping up with your news. Wanda
Granny, I wish I was able to see you one last time. What I remember about you was that you were a loving warm hearted person and you loved everyone. Your smile could light up a room. I know that you are in a better place were you will live out your extended life full of love and warmth. That place is Heaven with the Angels. You will be watching over the ones you love. I will miss.
Mrs. Anderson was one of those people to leave a forever impression. I’ll always remember when she was helping in my Granny & Pa’s berry fields (along with many of her family) she was one of the nicest women I knew. Her happy smile and pleasant demeanor etched in my memory, she lived life as Jesus intended and she now will reap the well deserved rewards.
My sympathy to the family.
Gran- AMAZING GRACE, you know you will always be my inspiration, your faith has took our family thru it all. You have been a light in this world and your reward is great. I was blessed to have you for a grandma and your memories and wisdom will always be in my heart. We go today not to say goodbye but to celebrate until we meet again this side of heaven. You will always be missed, I guess God thought a 100 years should be enough. Love you always!
I had not seen Sylvia for over twenty years and when she walked by me at Beaulahs service, I heard her say, “there’s Larki,” and smiled and waved. She never forgot you and she always greeted you in a way that made you feel special. She was so much like her sweet mother, Granny Dills. I have been blessed to be a part of this wonderful family. My love/prayers go out to all of her loved ones.
Aunt Sylvia was a great woman of God! When I was a little girl, I spent many nights with her and Uncle Charlie. I played with my cousins, rode on their old horse and drank root beer floats it was a grand time! As I got older, I would visit and share what was going on in my life, she was always interested in what I had to say. I bought a couple dolls that she sold at one of her sales that I cherish. She always made me feel welcome when I visited. She had the most beautiful smile, her whole face glowed. I loved her very much and I will miss her, but I will see her again!!
Granny ~ When my own Grandmother died years ago, you told me you would be my Grandmother from then on. You always greeted me with a hug, a big smile, and sometimes we would both tear up. I’m so happy I got to give you one last hug at your birthday party.
I always knew you were an Angel on this earth and now in Heaven. You will forever be missed by your wonderful family and friends.
The kind of love Grandma felt for all of us was a love without condition. She may not have approved of everything we did, but she never lectured or judged. She just kept loving us. She lived a simple life, it didn’t take much to make her happy-a phone call, a card, a visit, a hug or kiss (she did love flowers). To think that someone like Sylvia was in our lives makes us all so proud and grateful. The mold has been broken indeed!
With great love and respect, thank you Grandma for just being you…Sandy
I am thinking and praying for you all. The world has lost a good and wonderful person and heaven has gained one. We will miss her and her beautiful smile until we see her again in glory.
aunt Sylvia will certainly be missed, but she lest us with lots of good memories, one I can remember as a child when she lived on dills creek in franklin n.c. she would cook a huge dinner on sundays after church and we would all go to her house, she welcomed us with open arms
always a perfect lady, with such kindness to all , what an inspiring person she was.
I know the void her family must be feeling, you are in our thoughts and prayers
may she rest in peace
bernell & family (son of Clifford dills)
aunt Sylvia will be missed by all her stay here on earth left so many memories , can remember what a good cook she was, , while living on dills creek in franklin n.c. she would make a great meal on sundays after church and everyone was welcome to partake of the food and visiting, she was such a kind , generous lady
our thoughts go out to the family
rest in peace
bernell & family
My sister-in-law Lula Belle who wrote above, married to my brother Pierce, shared what joyous times they had visiting Aunt Sylvia. Lula Belle and Pierce traveled West for a 4 month trip seeing many wonderful national sights, but he said “more than once” after meeting Lula Belle’s Aunt Sylvia, nothing compared to meeting and being with this wonderful woman of God. He said the WHOLE trip was worth “just meeting her”. I wish I could have met her as well. Praying blessings over her precious family as they say goodbye, but knowing they will all be reunited. Phyllis Muller
Granny you were such a beautiful light in this world. You always made each of us feel so special. I will miss your sweet voice and your beautiful face for the rest of my life. I love you always Gran.
I loved spending time with you. You were like a mother to me. I am happy you are now with the Lord.I love you so much.We will meet again some day
have fond memories of going to aunt Sylvia’s house on sundays after church for a huge meal she prepared
when we all lived on dills creek in franklin n.c.
she was one great lady, know she will be missed but leaves many many memories and blessings
peace
bernell & Carolyn dills (cliffords son)
our thoughts are with the family at this time
have fond memories of aunt Sylvia when she lived on dills creek in franklin n.c. she was a wonderful cook, always cooked a big dinner after church on sundays and everyone showed up at her house to eat.
peace be with you aunt Sylvia
bernell & Carolyn dills (Clifford dills son)
our thoughts and prayers are with the family, fond memories of aunt Sylvia living in franklin n.c.
remember how she loved to cook , always made a big meal on sundays and everyone showed up to enjoy the food and fellowship, when we all lived at dills creek in franklin n.c.
peace be with you
bernell & Carolyn (son of Clifford dills
Thank you Sylvia for the lasting impression you made on me as a youth. You made me feel unconditionally accepted, as I’m sure others did also. You generated love, laughter, generosity, and kindness to others. I never heard complaining, griping, arguing, or having a bad word to say about anyone. Your positive attitude was amazing! Thank you
My dearly, dearly beloved Grandma, I love you! Darleen
Sylvia was my Aunt–( I am the daugher of her brother, Clifford Dills)> I actually never got to meet her
because she moved to Washington when I was only five years old and our family had moved to
Hayesville, NC from Franklin, NC, but my sister Lula Belle Luther and husband Pierce had visited
her in Washington and Lula Belle shared so many sweet memories of their visits with me and I began
to send her cards and felt like I did know her! She was so precious and loved her Lord! Just wish I
could have met her. I loved her so much. Patsy(Dills) Myers
Aunt Sylvia was one of the most postitive persons I have ever known. She was always the highlight of our trips out there from Hayesville, North Carolina. It was such a blessing being with her. I met her for the first time in 2005 – we made five trips out there and every trip was so much fun giggling and setting up late, just enjoying her company. We had fun with all my aunts, uncle, and cousins that we met while visiting out there.
I will treasure all the memories of the times we visited with Aunt Sylvia. I loved her dearly and will miss seeing her smile and hearing her laugh. She was truly a child of God. She was a witness for her Lord to all who came in contact with her. She was a lovely servant and so hospitable to anyone who came around – and believe me, there were a lot of folk who came around. Her children and family can certainly say she was a Proverbs 31 woman.
She lived 100 fruitful years and I count it an honor to have spent time with her. My parents are dead, and I felt like she was my second mother. I am thankful she is with the Lord and will have no more suffering, and I will see her someday in the sweet by and by.
Love beyond measure
Lula Belle & Pierce Luther
Daughter of Sylvia’s brother Clifford Dills
Sylvia now sings with the angels forevermore and waits upon her loved ones with eternal love and arms wide open to greet each one into her heavenly home. God bless and give strength and comfort to all her extended family. Respectfully, Marko William Self
Gran, I miss you, I love you and thanks for always being there for me. Till we meet again in Heaven. I will think of you always.