Sylvia Marian (Lyles) Butler

Sylvia Marian Butler, 86, of Burgaw, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at The Laurels of Pender in Burgaw.

She was born on January 5, 1939, in Sumter, SC, to the late Harvey Lyles and the late Orie McCall Lyles.

Sylvia enjoyed the simple things in life. She had a special love for dogs and shared a bond with everyone she met. Feeding the birds was a daily joy. Her home was full of house plants, each one carefully cared for. One of her favorite places to visit was the Casino.

Sylvia is survived by her daughters, Mona Strahin (Walter), Carol Gibbs; her granddaughter, Staci Grant (Brandon); her sister, Peggy Grooms (Bubba); her best friend who was like a sister, Marie Johnston, and Marie’s daughter, Joni McGee; her cousin Cheryl Brown; and numerous other nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Sylvia was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 42 years, James Butler; and 7 siblings.

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Quinn McGowen Funeral Home of Wilmington is serving the family.

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