William Sylvester, of Kearny, passed away on January 17, 2024. He was 85 years of age. Visiting will be on Monday January 22, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. There will be a prayer service at 1:30 p.m. Private cremation will follow.
Born in Newark, N.J. he lived most of his life in Kearny. Bill served in The United States Army and was a member of the VFW. He earned his Bachelor Degree from Kean University. Bill is a retired Irvington Police officer.
Bill is survived by his son Daniel Sylvester and his daughter Dari Tran. Brother of Marilynn, Judy and Edward. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Christopher Sylvester and Elise Tran.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to the American Heart Society or the American Diabetes Association.
