Book of Condolences - In Loving Memory of Sylvia G. Perry
Let this space be a garden of memories, where each message blooms with the love, gratitude, and legacy she leaves behind.
Let this space be a garden of memories, where each message blooms with the love, gratitude, and legacy she leaves behind.
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Camila de Moura - BPW Florianópolis / Fortaleza - Brasil (Monday, 14 April 2025 17:59)
I did not have the opportunity to meet Sylvia Perry in person, but through the heartfelt stories I’ve heard and the powerful images shared, I can feel the strength, grace, and inspiration she brought to so many lives. Her legacy as a former President of BPW International is a testament to her leadership and commitment to empowering women around the world. May her light continue to guide and inspire us. With deep respect and condolences to her loved ones.
Lynette Robinson (Monday, 14 April 2025 19:17)
I first met Sylvia Perry in Venice in 1996 and served as Chair for Training and development under her. Wise, calm, dedicated, purposeful! I have had the privilege of meeting her in a different role when I joined BPWUK and can add great sense of humour, energy far beyond her years, a boundless sense of all things BPW and great humility. She leaves a void no one can fill. The greats are mostly gone now...a few remain. May we follow in their footsteps and not destroy what they have fought so hard to bring about. Let us honour their legacy and so keep them alive in our hearts and our actions.
NANA KOTILAIDZE-WETSI ( BPW UK /BPW INTERNATIONAL) (Monday, 14 April 2025 20:19)
I first time met Sylvia Perry in Newcastle BPW UK AGM & National Conference 2025 Tyne & Wear, I had privilege and honour to be close to her almost through out the conference, including closing dinner , which was wonderful and heartwarming experience that I will always remember.
Sometimes, we meet people in life who inspire us that we never forget, and such was Sylvia. Such an inspirational and incredible person, with her knowledge and insights, very strong and powerful woman that you would love to be with and learn more from.
Never would I imagine our last goodbye would be our meeting at the close of the last BPW conference.
My condolence to your family and all loved ones.
May your soul rest in perfect peace dear Sylvia, my thoughts will always be with you.
Christiana Olomolaiye ( BPW UK) (Tuesday, 15 April 2025 04:13)
Difficult to accept. Just last week we were together at conference in Newcastle. Who would have thought it? How would anyone have guessed? Sylvia you are a gem with a very pure heart, and now a shiny angel. We will definitely miss you. A friend like no other. A rare gem.You will forever remain in our hearts ��
Dr. Anastacia Lewis President BPW Bahamas (Tuesday, 15 April 2025 04:57)
A Tribute in Memory of Sylvia G. Perry
Past International President, Business and Professional Women International
From BPW Bahamas
It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that we, the members of BPW Bahamas, extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of our beloved Past International President, Sylvia G. Perry.
Sylvia G. Perry was a beacon of strength, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to the ideals and mission of BPW. As an international leader, she stood as a pillar of empowerment, tirelessly advocating for the advancement of women around the globe. Her remarkable vision, poised leadership, and enduring legacy have left an indelible mark on the global BPW movement and on each of us who had the privilege to learn from her.
To BPW Bahamas, she was not only a distinguished leader, but also a mentor, a sister in purpose, and a source of inspiration. Her commitment to professional development, equality, and mentorship resonated deeply within our l chapter and uplifted generations of Bahamian women.
Today, we honor her life, her service, and the countless lives she touched. As we reflect on her legacy, we recommit ourselves to the work she so passionately championed. May her memory continue to inspire courage, dignity, and excellence in all we do.
Rest in power, Madam President. Your light will never fade from our hearts.
Women have so much influence
Our job is to nurture and build
I’m so grateful for the opportunity to have met Past International President Sylvia Perry who poured into me as a New President BPW Bahamas she believed in me and taught me the BPW way. So many lessons so many instructions I’m grateful to BPW UK President Jo Kinsey who made sure that I meet this remarkable Leader in BPW International 55 years of her life in the International Federation of Business Professional Women BPW International
Our last encounter in the Uk was 29 March 2025 with a wonderful dinner at her home Myself UK President Mrs Jo Kinsey and 1st Vice President & UN Representative Ms Neelima Basnet. We truly appreciate this outpouring we will never forget you have served us well
RIP Past International President Mrs. Sylvia Perry
With love and respect,
BPW Bahamas
Empowering Women. Inspiring Change.
Myriam Heidelberger Kaufmann, Co-President BPW Switzerland (Tuesday, 15 April 2025 12:33)
It is very sad to loose PIP Sylvia Perry as a strong leader of and within our organisation, and sametime a big comfort to know, that there are so many who were influenced, mentored and strengthened by her.
We are her legacy - and we will do whatever is needed to bring the fruit back home.
Thank you very much, dear PIP Sylvia and may you rest in peace.
BPW Switzerland
KOUAKOU AFFOUE LEONIE (Tuesday, 15 April 2025 20:24)
Nous ne nous sommes jamais rencontrées, mais à lire tous ces hommages à son endroit, je pense que Mme Silvia G. PERRY était une bonne âme. Elle a impacté par ses actions en faveur de la femme.
Que son âme repose dans la félicité céleste.
BPW BASSAM Abidjan
Joanne Kinsey BPW UK President (Tuesday, 15 April 2025 21:44)
PIP Sylvia Perry has been a mentor and friend for many years. Her encouragement and support to me and to others , has helped in my professional life and in my personal life. PIP Sylvia’s knowledge of the United Nations and IFBPW inner workings is second to none, and she was willing to share this experience so willingly and freely. No better governance tutor could be found, and we were all tested on this at different times in our BPW journeys.
To me PIP Sylvia exemplified the qualities that every BPW member should strive towards. She has forged a path for us, that we must now follow.
Thank you Sylvia, my dear friend, to me you are irreplaceable.
Sue Dewey OBE (Tuesday, 15 April 2025 22:33)
Sylvia was always wonderful company. I was a little bit scared of her when I first joined BPW because she had such gravitas and was this hugely impressive presence at conferences.
As I got to know her and hear her passion for our aims and the work of BPW, it made me want to be more involved and spurred me on to join the Board. I wish I had gone to some of the international events so that I could have seen her in her heyday. Even at the last virtual meeting I attended, she was still leading the way with her incredible knowledge of all things BPW. Her brilliance never dimmed.
RIP Sylvia - you will be much missed
xxx
Isobel Chivers, BPW UK. (Tuesday, 15 April 2025 22:35)
Difficult to fathom how this vibrant, sharp minded and wise lady could be taken from us so suddenly. Sylvia has been a shining beacon for us in BPW and has recruited so many of us through gentle, and not always so subtle persuasion, but always recognising what we could achieve and helping us to do so. Truly inspirational and such a sad loss to all.
N Nadia Touby Eko ( BPW Congo Brazzaville) (Wednesday, 16 April 2025 01:03)
Sincères condoléances à sa famille biologique et celle de BPW.
J ai lu plusieurs articles la concernant , un témoignage émouvant.
Je comprends que c était une belle âme, son sourire et son engagement restent indélébiles.
Encore merci pour tout ce qu elle a pu apporter aux femmes BPW et d ailleurs dans leur leadership.
Stella Kammitsi (BPW Cyprus) (Wednesday, 16 April 2025 13:23)
While I did not have the honor of knowing Sylvia Perry personally, I’ve come to appreciate the depth of her character and the impact of her life through the heartfelt stories shared by our BPW sisters who knew her and as being a woman of extraordinary strength, unwavering grace, and profound inspiration. Her presence left a lasting impact on all those fortunate enough to cross her path.
Her tenure as a former President of BPW International, speaks volumes about her dedication to uplifting others and advancing the cause of women’s empowerment across the globe. Though she may no longer be with us in person, the light she brought into the world continues to shine through the many lives she touched. May her spirit remain a guiding force and an enduring source of inspiration for all of us.
With heartfelt sympathy and the deepest respect, I extend my condolences to her family, friends, and BPWI who mourn her loss.
ruth Galwey, BPW UK Northern Ireland Area Co-ordinator (Wednesday, 16 April 2025 13:46)
The members of BPW UK in Northern Ireland are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of PNP Sylvia Perry. Sylvia was the epitome of a Business and Professional Women, clear in her intent but always kind and respectful in her manner. Sylvia’s knowledge of BPW governance and protocol was second to none. She had time for everyone, was personable and fun to be with. Sylvia will be a great loss to our organisation and to those to whom she was a friend.
Jill Turner, BPW UK (Wednesday, 16 April 2025 14:05)
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Sylvia’s recent and unexpected passing.
I joined BPW in 1995 and Sylvia was most welcoming and supportive. She was indeed a special and much loved person offering friendship, vision and commitment on numerous aspects of BPW life always with an eye to the bigger picture, good governance and her Christian principles.
Kandiah Pathmaseni (Wednesday, 16 April 2025 16:21)
I joined BPW UK in 2009. I, first met Sylvia Perry for the first time in 2017 - A warm and inspiring person.
She is gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.
Chris Nendick (Wednesday, 16 April 2025)
A wonderful,kind and inspiring lady who will be sadly missed
Anu Viks BPW Europe Regional Coordinator (Wednesday, 16 April 2025 16:54)
Past International President Sylvia Perry was a well of knowledge and a great role model. Sylvia Perry was an extraordinary person. She was daily working for BPW and carrying the mission for women empowerment and peace. I was very impressed reading her book "Bus to the 42nd Street" about the dedication with which she and other BPW International members worked during the IV World Conference for Women in 1995 in Beijing. Big amount of thei work is carried in the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
Sylvia Perry had a big and warm heart where she had a pleace for everyone of us. She always found time to listen and help. Her dignity and respect was incredible.
I am very very sad. It is a big loss for BPW.