Obituary: Sylvia E. Dempsey

Sylvia E. Dempsey, age 81, of Reedsburg, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024. She was born on June 20, 1943, in Reedsburg, WI, the daughter of Norman and Gladys (Hainstock) Wildes.

Sylvia was a 1961 graduate of Webb High School in Reedsburg. She was employed with Seats, Inc until her retirement. After retirement, she volunteered at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center for several years. Sylvia was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was an avid bowler for many years and enjoyed socializing with her family and friends. In her free time, she shared her passion of jigsaw puzzles with family, friends and neighbors.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Walter and Norman and two sisters, Jean Larue and Bernice Wildes

Sylvia is survived by her son, Todd (Nancy) Dempsey of Reedsburg, grandchildren: Joshua (Brittanie) Dempsey of Harmony Grove, WI, Adam (Kelsey) Dempsey of Verona, Ethan (Jessica) Dempsey of North Freedom, Kalyn (Josh) Houtman of Waupaca, great grandchildren: Sairsha and Isiah Dempsey, Brody and Kenzie Dempsey, Adelynn Houtman, nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

A Memorial Mass for Sylvia Dempsey will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 8, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Reedsburg. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00 until the time of the Mass at the church.

The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.