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Sylvester Louis Larvie
12/23/1954 - 11/10/2025
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Obituary For Sylvester Louis Larvie
Sylvester Louis Larvie, 70, passed away on November 10th of 2025 in Rapid City South Dakota.
Sy was born in Washabaugh County, South Dakota, to Lillian Witt and Wallace Larvie on December 23rd 1954.
Sylvester is preceded in death by his sisters, Julia Anne and Delores Larvie. Parents, Lillian Witt and Wallace Larvie. Brothers, Phillip and Dave Larvie. Wife Durese Larvie. Nephews Stoney, Justice and Shawn Larvie and Grandson Steven Larvie. He is survived by his children Fredrick Larvie, Durena Allen, Billy Holt, Cassie Holt, and Stephanie Holt, Siblings Lucy, Vern and Leo Larvie. Many grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Sylvester was known for his love of all things western, he loved his beautifully adorned cowboy hats, attending local rodeos and watching westerns. He was known to be seen strumming a guitar no matter the occasion. He loved spending time with his loved ones, whether that was getting together to play pool, going out into nature to go fishing, or getting the family to gather around for a barbeque on a sunny day. He touches the lives of many people who will miss him dearly.
To Those Attending Services for Sylvester
Sylvester celebrated sobriety from alcohol for years, and to respect his sobriety, we ask that no one attend his services or viewing under the influence of alcohol or any hard drugs. If you cannot come sober, please do not come. You will be turned away. This is not about judgment; it’s about protecting the sacredness of this moment and guarding his soul from harm. If you choose to ignore this request, know that you are not only going against our wishes, but also against what we believe Sylvester would want. We understand that grief looks different for everyone, and we hold space for that, but please do not bring it into this gathering in a way that disrespects him or the family.
Thank you for your understanding
Services
Wake
05:00 PM
Funeral Service
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Condolences
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11/15/2025
You was my brother my friend most importantly you made a special place in my heart..........your words of wisdom will never leave me,nor your laugh,your smile,most of all the way you enjoyed and absolutely loved life......your an amazing man father brother grandfather friend according to my my friend your a amazing lover you have an amazing voice and loved to make people smile.......you have touched many hearts over time and you will truly be missed.........I'm just glad your finally with the love of your life and the rest of your lovers ones again......be you wild crazy loving free Sylvester larvey I know even up there, like I said to your love at her wake give em hell up there RIP TO MY BROTHER SY LARVIE...... lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil lililil with all my love,sympathy,AND PRAYERS MELLISA DALE-LARVIE..........
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11/14/2025
My heart goes out to you Sy on your journey and to the family and grand daughter Neveah who was always around grandpa much live and prayers you'll be missed.Sy Always a friend Sioux Dawn Little and family
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11/14/2025
Rest in roses, Sy. Sorry I couldn't be there to say goodbye. Thanks for being there for my dad when he needed it. You're a great man. Give my brother a big hug for me
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11/14/2025
I going to miss you, Uncle Sy! I'm grateful that I got to see you recently. Give hugs to all our relatives who have passed! I'm sure you're all having a big reunion up there! Love you lots!
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11/14/2025
My condolences to the family and friends. I knew Sylvester through school. He always had a smile, good sense of humor. Prayers to the family and friends from my family. RIP 🙏
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