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Sydney Reader

Sydney Reader, age 70, of Newark, DE, passed away in her home on September 24, 2023.

She attended Coral Shores High School in Florida. Later in life, she received her CCMA and CAMA, along with becoming an ordained minister.

She enjoyed crafting of all sorts, most recently jewelry. She loved to read and attend yard sales and craft fairs. Most of all, she loved spending time with friends, family, her granddogs, and the light of her life, her granddaughter Isabella.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Florence and Milton Briefman, brothers, Allen and Julius (aka Happy) Briefman, sisters Barbara Billings and Louise Libonati, as well her friend and former husband Emory “Butch” Reader.

She is survived by her daughter, Ashley Reader, granddaughter Isabella, brothers Samuel and David Briefman, sister Maxine Raw, and many other friends and family.

Funeral Services

A celebration of life will be held at a later date, please check back for details.

Condolences

    Lisa Buckner lit a candle and writes,
    Rest peacefully Sydney, you will be missed.
    10/07/2023 10:33 pm
    Marylou F Biasotto lit a candle and writes,
    We miss you Syd. You left too soon and it’s hard to believe you are no longer here. I hope you are resting peacefully. We had a lot of good times together and I’ll miss our walks.
    10/08/2023 12:09 am

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