PLATTSBURGH – Sylvia C. Filion, 88, of Moffitt Road, passed away, May 27, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Plattsburgh on July 2, 1937, loving daughter of Leo and Gabrielle (St. Germain) Guay.

Sylvia attended D’Youville Academy in Plattsburgh and graduated as Valedictorian of the class of 1955. She then went on to attend The Champlain Valley School of Nursing.

Sylvia met Charles M. Filion and they married at St. Peter’s Church on September 6, 1958. They shared 49 wonderful years together until his passing on March 16, 2008.

Sylvia dedicated her life to raising her family and enjoyed reading. She loved nature and all the beauty it provided, especially the flowers.

Sylvia was also devoted to her faith and was an avid volunteer at St. Peter’s Church.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her children, Charles D. Filion, Lise Filion, Denise Tetreault, Jaqueline Filion, Giselle (Bruce) Hamms, and Christine (Michael) Swift; grandchildren, Ryan, Kelly, Megan, Nicholas, Alexis, Kristen, Robert, Michele, Tiffanie, Tabatha, Andre, Gabrielle, and Meghan; and many great-grandchildren.

Sylvia was predeceased by her parents; husband; and son, Robert L. Filion.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 29th at 1:30 p.m. in St. Peter’s Church in Plattsburgh.

Burial will take place alongside her husband at a later date in St. Peter’s Cemetery.

Those wishing to share a photo, story, or condolence with the family are invited to visit www.rwwalkerfh.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to R.W. Walker Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 69 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY.