
Sylvia Christiansen
1936-2026
Sylvia Marie Christiansen (née Cowan)
Born in Clute, Ontario, August 12, 1936 and transitioned from this world in St. Catharines, Ontario on September 3, 2026. Reunited with her beloved husband, Robert. Survived by her children, Robert (Carol), David, Bonnie (Raymond), Gregory (Paula), Michael (Faith), Stevan (Julie), and Kimberly (James). Loving grandmother to 17 grandchildren, and Gigi to 24 great grandchildren.
Her love languages were acts of service, hugs, and food. A founding member of United Pentecostal Church St. Catharines (New Life Church Niagara), she loved Jesus with all her heart. Her family will miss her stubbornness, her wry sense of humor, her legendary pies, and her unwavering loyalty to the Jays and the Leafs.
Proverbs 31: 28 – 29 Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.”
Cremation has taken place. Details regarding a celebration of life will be announced by the family in the coming days. Arrangements have been entrusted to Tranquility Burial & Cremation Services (Niagara) Inc. Condolences can be shared at tranquilitycremation.com
She fought the good fight, she finished her race, and she kept the faith. May she rest in peace.