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Barry William Sylvester

May 31, 1941 — Sep 15, 2026

Barry William Sylvester

Barry will always be remembered for his service to others... President of Burbank Rotary, Scoutmaster, Softball Coach, Neighbor, Friend, Trustee. Pops was a Hero and father-figure to many.

Born in New York, his family moved to Southern California at the age of 4. Burbank was his hometown for many years. There he raised a family with Jan Sylvester & was a very well respected CPA.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Sally & George Martin, brothers Frank & Walt Sylvester and survived by his sisters, Carole Donohue & Diane Sylvester-Appleman.

Barry and his dear dog, Missy, moved to Washington early this year to live with his daughter, Kimberly Sylvester, and her fiance, Patrick Farley. Together with Patrick's mom, Elaine, they shared many memorable adventures, laughter and peace. Oh, and ICE CREAM!Treasured memories keep his love and spirit alive.

His name will live on with his sons, Ty Sylvester-Gronnier, his husband Henry Gronnier-Sylvester, Reese Sylvester and his grandson, Jacob Sylvester, wife Katie & 6 great-grand children: Luc, Clara, Collette, Jace, Dean & Rex. He was very proud of his granddaughter, Rain Malzahn...

His friends & past clients have reached out to share their fond stories of Barry. He had no enemies and wanted to help everyone.

Generous and kind, his quick wit continues...

Arrangements entrusted to Cook Family Funeral Home of Bainbridge Island, WA.

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