Norfolk — Sylvia Karlin Gould, 97, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2015.
She was a lifelong resident of Norfolk, Va., and was an honors graduate of Maury High School. Born to the late Jacob Karlin and Mollie Fox, she is also predeceased by her beloved husband, Irving Gould; and siblings, Naomi Laderberg, Elaine Land, and Harris Karlin.
Cherishing her memory is her son, Howard Gould and his wife, Joan; two daughters, Nancy Gould and Carolyn Clark and her husband David; four grandchildren, Jeff Gould and his fiancé Jenifer Seboek, Lauren Paige Zwack and her husband Greg, Justin Clark and wife Alyssa, and Kristen Bailey and her husband Joe; and nine great-grandchildren.
She had a wonderful zest for life, and an exceptional sense of humor. Her gentle spirit will always be remembered by those who knew her.
A graveside service will be held at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice.