Sylvia Carmen Victoria Manti
March 23, 1936 - May 12, 2026
Funeral Details: Private Family Arrangements
With profound sadness, the Manti family would like to share the news of the passing of Sylvia Carmen Victoria Manti. Sylvia passed peacefully in her 90th year at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie on May 12th, 2026, surrounded by her children and grandchildren.
Sylvia was the beloved wife of the late Achille Manti (better known as Kelly Manti) for 59 years. She is predeceased by her brothers, Maurice and Domenic, and she will be sadly missed by her youngest brother, Felix.
Sylvia was a loving mother to six children: Orlando (Suzanne, who passed in 2023), Dario (Judith), Pierino (Catherine), Robert (Sylvie), Elena (Ion), and Dino (Jacqueline). Her 5 grandchildren, Sonya, Melinda, Devon, Nicholas and Jonathan, will always remember her love, laughter and empathy.
Sylvia’s family gives special recognition to her health care team at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre dialysis clinic, and to her loving youngest son, Dino, who provided her with devoted weekly care for the last 10 years. Cremation has been entrusted to Peaceful Transition.
In lieu of flowers, Sylvia has requested memorial contributions are made to the Hospital for Sick Children or Covenant House.
Peaceful Transition Simcoe
Linda Gnassi
Posted on: Sunday, May 24, 2026Dear cousins,
Although I haven’t seen Aunt Sylvia in years, l still remember her wit and laughter and the discussions we had in Pierrefond.
My deepest condolences to you all.
Jacqueline Linton
Posted on: Sunday, May 24, 2026Thank you Sylvia for always making me feel welcome and for the entertainment during road trips to Niagara and family dinners.
Dino and I will miss you.
K & L Linton
Posted on: Sunday, May 24, 2026We are so deeply sorry for your loss Dino.
Ken, Louise, Sophie and Hallie.
Lorelei Downes
Posted on: Monday, May 25, 2026Our deepest condolences and sympathy. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Lorelei & Darren
Courtney B
Posted on: Tuesday, May 26, 2026Sending my deepest condolences on the loss of a beautiful lady. I had many wonderful conversation with Syliva and enjoyed our talks, and reminiscing on her life. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Courtney
Aiden Lowrie
Posted on: Tuesday, May 26, 2026My condolences to Dino and his family. Dino’s love and dedication in caring for Sylvia over the last ten years was truly remarkable and a reflection of his deep compassion for his mother. I am sorry for your loss.
Gina Gnassi
Posted on: Monday, June 1, 2026My deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. Losing a parent is one of life’s greatest challenges. I hope that your memories of her show up when you need them the most. Much love, your cousin Gina and family.
Claudia Covo
Posted on: Wednesday, June 3, 2026Dear Lanny, Dario, Perry, Robert, Elena and Dino
My deepest sympathies to you all. Your mom was a wonderful aunt to me. I will miss our conversations. She is reunited with her love Kelly— Claudia and family