Evelyn Sykes 1929-2016 Evelyn May Sykes (Douglas) age 87 on Nov. 14, 2016 of Christiana Pa. Evelyn was born and raised in Ridley Park, PA. Together with her late husband, Bob, Evelyn raised their five children in Bethel Township, PA. Evelyn also worked side by side with Bob and their sons at their family company, Sykes and Sons. Evelyn had a very sharp wit and more than anything, enjoyed spending time with family, friends and her cats Jazzy and Cookie. She will be dearly missed by all. Wife of the late Robert J. Sykes. Daughter of the late Wallace & Elsie Douglas. Sister of the late Wallace Douglas and Paul Douglas. Survivors: Loving & devoted mother of Evelyn (the late Charles) Preising, Robert (Patty) Sykes, Douglas (Jim Roberts) Sykes, David (Barbara) Sykes, Paul (Cindy) Sykes. . Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Visitation: Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Saturday November 19 from 9:00-10:45 am at the Danjolell -Stigale Memorial Home 3260 Concord Rd. Aston Funeral Service: 11am main chapel of Danjollel- Stigale Memorial HomeBurial: Mount Hope Cemetery immediately following service.Donations: In lieu of flowers donation in Evelyn’s name can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association 399 Market St. suite 102 Phila. Pa. 19106
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