Sylvia L. Bashore Obituary (1927 - 2019)

Sylvia L. Bashore, 92, of Pontiac, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2019. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Thursday, December 19, 2019, at the First Lutheran Church in Pontiac. Burial will follow the services at Southside Cemetery in Pontiac, IL. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the services at the First Lutheran Church of Pontiac. She passed from complications of Vascular Dementia and memorials in honor of Sylvia may be made to the family in order to support vascular dementia research. Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com. Sylvia was born on October 22, 1927 in Flanagan, IL to Jacob and Thelma (Koopman) Carls. She married Raleigh Carlin in 1945. She later married Leslie L. Bashore on July 3, 1968 at the First Lutheran Church in Pontiac. He passed away on July 10, 2004. She is survived by her daughter, Jeni Chaffer of Bourbonnais, IL; grandchildren Allison (Andy) Anderson of Bothell, WA, Thera Greene of Hagerstown, MD; great-grandchildren Carlin, Connor, Aidan and Cameron. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Les; sons Kenn Carlin and Bobby Carlin and stepdaughter, Leslie Ann Rosolino. Sylvia was very active in the community throughout the years. She was a member of First Lutheran Church serving on many committees and assisting Les with many duties. She was a member of the Pontiac Zonta Club and Livingston County Republican Woman, holding many board positions. She was also a Precinct Committeeman for over 30 years. After a career in bookkeeping, she ran for public office, serving as Livingston County Treasurer from 1976 to 2002. After retiring, she was employed by Jackson Hewitt Tax Service until 2016. Sylvia's work ethic was unparalleled as witnessed thru her cancer battle. She was instrumental in computerizing the tax system for Livingston County. Sylvia always had a smile and helping hand for those that needed it, often putting their needs above her own. She was a mentor and listening ear for many throughout the years. Her spirit will continue to be felt by those that knew her and her family. In this joyful time of year, please honor Sylvia by a simple act of kindness or generosity to someone - those that look strong are often suffering behind their smile.