Cirildo Silvas

Cirildo “Sid” Silvas, age 86, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of his Savior on Thursday, September 15, 2022. He was born July 7, 1936, in New Braunfels, Texas, the son of Pedro and Felicitas (Rodriguez) Silvas. On June 21, 1958, he married Dora Inez Cardenas in Eaton Rapids. Family was everything to Sid. He was the happiest when surrounded by those he loved. His grandchildren all held a special place in his heart. His church family at Charlotte Assembly of God was also very important to him. Both he and Dora enjoyed working on hotrods throughout their life. Sid retired after many faithful years of service from Fisher Body in Lansing.
Sid is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Dora; children: Adela (Guy) Gutos of Grand Rapids, Armando (Stephanie) Silvas of Lansing, Alex Silvas of Charlotte; 11 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; brother, Pete (Maria) Silvas of Potterville; and sister-in-law, Theresa Silvas of Texas.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings: Juan (Mela) Silvas, Frank (Cruz) Silvas, David Silvas, Matt (Linda) Silvas, Bruce (Sherry) Silvas, Jobie (Bill) Moist, Mary (Leonard) Cruz.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at 11 a.m. at Charlotte Assembly of God with Pastor Shane Bryant officiating. Burial took place at Maple Hill Cemetery.
Those desiring may make contributions in Sid’s honor to Charlotte Assembly of God, 1100 E. Clinton Trail, Charlotte, MI 48813.
To leave a condolence for Sid’s family or to read his obituary online please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com