In loving memory of

Henry L. Silvia
May 11, 1941 - January 14, 2007

Newport, RI - Henry L. Silvia, passed away at home on Sunday, January 14, 2007. He was born on May 11, 1941, to the late Rose and Manuel Silvia of Middletown. Henry attended Middletown schools and excelled in sports throughout his school years and was awarded many honors for his achievements in basketball and baseball. He continued to play softball for various Newport teams throughout his early adult life until becoming ill. Henry remained an avid sports spectator and enjoyed long, lively conversations pertaining to sports figures and team statistics. He was very fond of Beagle dogs and raised and cared for two of them for the rest of his life. He leaves behind two sisters, Elizabeth MacDonald and Barbara Renick of Middletown, his brother in-law Evan MacDonald, and two nieces, Karen Phillips of Portsmouth and Denise Sullivan of Middletown. Burial will be private.

Tributes

John - January 22, 2007 at 12:.. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"Barb and family, I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I will keep all of you in my thoughts."

Alicia Adrian - January 22, 20.. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"Hank will be missed. Having known him for 40 years, I can tell you that he had a "beautiful mind." My memories of Hank were of him walking his beagle and watching his favorite sports shows. God speed!"

Barbara - January 22, 2007 at .. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"Barbara - I am so very sorry. Your loss is shared not only by those who knew Henry, but also by your many friends. You have my heartfelt sympathy."

pat rose - January 22, 2007 at.. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"What a delightful person Henry was. I will always remember him sitting in the lobbey at Donovan Manor making the other residents smile. Time heals all."

Louise.A. Mercer - January 21,.. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"Dear Barbara, So sorry to hear of your brother Hank's recent passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless!"

Tim - January 20, 2007 at 12:0.. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"Barbara, Just heard about Hank and wanted you to know you were in my thoughts at this difficult time. Having lost my sister a few years ago I know how difficult the loss of a sibling can be. Will keep you in my prayers. Tim Tim"

Judy & Bill Crawford - January.. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"Barbara, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. God Bless! Judy & Bill Crawford"

John McCauley - January 19, 20.. wrote on Jan 14, 2007:

"My thoughts and prayers are with Henry and his family.I played softball with Henry years ago and we had some great moments.Hank will be missed by many who knew him."