Submitted by: Dan Rich

Silas Sylvester Toombs

June 24, 1921 - Oct. 24, 2008

South Bend Tribune 10/28/2008
MISHAWAKA - Silas Sylvester Toombs, 87, of Mishawaka, passed away Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, at his residence of natural causes. Silas was born June 24, 1921, in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Silas J. and Clara E. Toombs. On September 28, 1942, Silas married the late Virginia (Campbell) Toombs in Mishawaka, Indiana. He is survived by his son, Thomas Toombs of Mishawaka, and his daughter, Carol (Bobby) Brown of Mishawaka. Silas is also survived by eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Steven Knepp, as well as one granddaughter. Silas served his country during World War II in the U.S. Navy from 1942-1945. After his honorable discharge, Silas was employed at Drewey's Brewery in South Bend, retiring in 1971. He then worked as a machinist at the Bendix Corporation for several years before retiring again in 1983. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, gardening and spending time outdoors. He also enjoyed spending time at his lake cottage and traveling with his wife, Virginia. Silas was a lifetime member of VFW Post #360 in Mishawaka. In his memory, donations may be made to the Indiana Wildlife Foundation, 4715 W. 106th St., Zionsville, IN 46077.