Daniel Sylverston

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December 14, 2020

Dear Dana mama
I never really thought or imagined a world without you in it. You had gone through so many different health challenges over the years and always conquered whatever came your way. So when that final call came and dad said that you were gone... more

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November 29, 2020 · via iPhone

My mom sent my sister and I to Cape Town, Chonch was 5 and I was a year older. We lived with our grandma and at that time my uncle Daniel lived there too. We called him Dana mama and I when I say his name, that name, it's love and affection I feel.... moreMy mom sent my sister and I to Cape Town, Chonch was 5 and I was a year older. We lived with our grandma and at that time my uncle Daniel lived there too. We called him Dana mama and I when I say his name, that name, it's love and affection I feel. Chonch and I took turns in mixing his "trakasma" which was diluted in equal portions of water; it was my uncle's daily dose of chronic asthma meds, he worked as a "collector" and would drive to townships where he would use a torch to identify debtor's houses, knock on their door and collect money- all this while Chonch and I would sit together in the rear compartment of his green VW Beetle. We had no mom or dad to look to for anything, and our uncles and grandma were our "go to" peeps.
Dana mama was always the gentle but firm uncle, he always always made a plan- he organized my very first set of 195/50/15 tyres, second hand nogal! But I didn't care about the condition after all my uncle said they were fine! He and aunty Millie saw that I had a tailor made suit for my 21st birthday celebration, he told me he wanted to do something that I would remember. And he never expected anything in return. I recall his first w123 and that blue/green colour combo that just popped. And he was jealous af! Absolutely! He had the windows in his Sierra tinted coz he got wind that this guy in Corovoca was checking my pretty aunty Millie out! I think she worked with my mom at that time. And that was when I lived with him in Corovoca during the hectic floods and access to La Mercy was compromised. I traveled from there to UDW coz it was just closer. He was family. Like proper family, gangsta. Where you knew your uncle got your back. I grew up without Louis unna and Noel unna, uncle Pinky, uncle Brian, Mark and other family. Tino unna and Ivan unna too.
When Mona fell pregnant tradition dictated that her dad walk her down the aisle, Dana mama filled that gap and not once did he ever ever raise religious beliefs as a tool to condemn. No religious bs like fast and pray or God gon punish you. This is the man I knew and grew to love and appreciate. Even in 2010 when I lost everything he and aunty Millie came to SA to try and mediate. That's what he did, he kept the peace. I loved this man not because he was family, but because he was genuine, he cared. I no longer know my cousins, I haven't seen Craig or Neil in 25 years, Denae maybe twice (and she will always be my baby sister) but I when I did see my uncle I saw all of my family. He was a good man. Christmas for us was ALL of us together, the 3 brothers, aunty Yanum, aunty Millie and aunty Donnie and my cousins and my mom and dad and my sister and my brother. Even though much has changed, what remains is love and hope that through uncertainty anything is possible. less

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November 26, 2020

I knew Daniel from my childhood best friend Craig. I remember him as a kind and inviting man. A man who I could tell, loved his family. He was a man who was of constant prayer and seeking the Lord. All such qualities, which should be in all of God's... more

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November 19, 2020 · via iPhone

My memories that I have of Pastor Daniel Sylverston are sweet and unforgettable. Though my heart is saddened by the sudden news, my thoughts of him are highly lifted. He was a man of integrity, honor and passion for Christ. He was an amazing pastor to me... more

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November 19, 2020

I was saddened to hear of Pastor Daniel's passing. My grandfather would often refer to Daniel as his brother. My family loved Daniel and his family dearly and the love flowed both ways. I have many memories of Daniel and Millie's love for people and the... more

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October 31, 2020 · via iPhone

Daniel Sylverston was an incredible man of God, husband and Father. Daniel, just like the Apostle Paul, "fought the good fight!" My thoughts and prayers go out to Craig and his family during this time.

Daniel is up in Heaven now with his Heavenly... more

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October 31, 2020

My deepest sympathies to Millie, Neil, Craig, Danae, Ivan, Tino Neville and your families. Dan will be sadly missed. I have precious memories of Gonum and my many visits with Dan, Millie and their beautiful family. Dan always had a way of making us feel... more

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October 31, 2020

To Aunt Millie, Neil, Craig & Denae,

Uncle Dan was a pioneer of his generation. He was the forerunner that paved the way for many people in both the corporate and spiritual sector. He was a highly favored man. He had access to dimensions of God like no... moreTo Aunt Millie, Neil, Craig & Denae,

Uncle Dan was a pioneer of his generation. He was the forerunner that paved the way for many people in both the corporate and spiritual sector. He was a highly favored man. He had access to dimensions of God like no other. His understanding of the bible and spiritual matters are a testament to his disciplined life style of Word, Worship & Prayer. He lived a sacrificial life in service to the Kingdom of Yahweh.
We have fond memories of Uncle Daniel pre 1994 whilst still living in the Republic of South Africa.
Despite the dark economic & political climate of the era called apartheid, Daniel excelled in the corporate world.
He excelled financially and spiritually, His maturity, wisdom, discernment, perspective and patience became his biggest advocates.
His success was highlighted & everybody knew that his contribution made the difference yet he often stay clear of the lime light. Uncle Dan was greater than a manager, he was a Leader of leaders and hence he received a higher calling of service in ministry. Uncle Dan continually emptied himself of everything that he had and God continually replenished him with grace upon grace. He became a mentor to many, a father to many and a leader to many. He hid the battle scars of ministry well as he traded his disappointments and hurts for the joy of servicing the Lord. If you heard Daniel Sylverston complain then you must have been closer than a brother to him.
1. We remember your love for family and for family gathering. You really loved Christmas.
2. We remember your hunger for knowledge and your study room (library) was precious to you. We could play anywhere In your house except in your study.
3. We remember your generosity.
4. We remember how you loved Aunty Millie and how patient and supportive you were to her. You inspired the best in her. She returned the same 1000 times more.
5. You were so proud of your sons & shared their achievements with us to inspire greatness in us.
6. Denae lite up your life & you lite up her life. The love and admiration she has for you will never be replaced.
7. We remember an old song that you introduced us too. “ From a distance God is watching us - by Bette Midler” [ https://youtu.be/UUClzIitEi8 ]
We know that you will be watching from a distance yet you’ll always be in our heart.
To aunty Milly and dearest cousins, we dreaded that this day would come & feared that we would not be present with you. Our love goes out to you as we echo David’s words in 2 Sam 3:38 “ A prince and a great leader has died.

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Gresham, Gerald, Warrick, Wayne, Sandra, Maxine, Jordyn & Amber. less

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October 31, 2020 · via iPhone

Dear Aunty Millie, Niel, Craig, Danae, Ivan, Neville and families.
We are saddened by the loss of Dan. He was a wonderful encourager, a great listener and a wise man of God. We will be forever grateful for his big heart, his unselfish way of doing life.... more

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October 28, 2020

On behalf of the Church of God in Ireland, I want to express our deepest condolences to Millie and the family. We are praying for you.

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October 28, 2020 · via iPhone

Millie, Craig, Neil & Denae we are saddened by the news about Dan. We remember him fondly & the times spent together in SA. We send our love; prayers & thoughts during this tender time & for the days ahead. Much love Eugene & Elizabeth Boulton

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Carol anne Nair We don't have enough words to express our grief and sorrow at the loss of our beloved member of the Nair family .Daniel Sylverston ,you were a loving husband to Mildred our sister and a great dad to Neil and Craig and Denae yeal ,Dan during your journey... more
- October 31, 2020

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