Sylvia SueAnn Buiter
Griffith
Sylvia Buiter (nee Lambert), age 55 passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2013. She was born in Bamberg, Germany to Fred & Hedwig (nee Hauptman) Lambert and they survive. Sylvia graduated from Thornton Fractional South HS in 1975. Married the love of her life John Buiter on May 8, 1976 and he survives. Her family was her passion as she enjoyed her role as homemaker all of her life. Sylvia also found time to work outside of the home at Cracker Barrel Restaurant in Hammond.
In addition to being survived by her husband and her parents, Sylvia was blessed with five daughters:  Ericka (Chris) Price, Jenny Buiter, Susan Buiter, Michelle Buiter and Melissa (Chris Davila) Buiter.  Sister: Sandy Gora. Brothers: Fred (Lori) Lambert, James Lambert, Eric Lambert.  Sylvia always held a special place in her heart for her 14 grandchildren:  Miranda, Tiffany, Kelsey, Sara, Damian, Arianna, Desire, Anastaca, Isabel, Nathan, Christina, Marissa, Priscilla and Chloe.
She will be missed by many family and  friends who loved her dearly.
Friends are invited to meet with the family on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 from 2 -4 & 6-8 PM at Bocken Funeral Home, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond (Hessville). Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at First United Lutheran Church, 6705 Hohman Avenue, Hammond with Pastor Bassam Abdallah officiating. Friends may also visit at the church from 9:00 AM until time of service.  Private cremation will follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated. For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at 219-844-1600 .

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