She was born on June 6, 1933 in Binghamton, NY to Guistino and Laurina Stento. She married her husband, Master Gunnery Sgt. Frederick L Fernane in 1955.
Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband, Fred and son, Freddy, her parents, siblings, Tom Stento and Minnie Cunningham and son in law, Michael Marasco.
She is survived by her children, Michael, Laurina, Tom (Stephanie), James (Jouse), Roger (Jennaya). She was the beloved grandmother to Joe, Allison, Steven, Michael, Caitlynn, Hailie (Nick), Alexis, Samantha, Andrew, and Myles and great grandmother to Lucas. Her brothers Frank Stento and James Stento.
She was also blessed to have her caregiver Michelle who took wonderful care of her.