Sylvan Sherwood Floria

Sylvan Sherwood Floria was born in Beaumont, Texas on December 6, 1957, to Paul and Mary Belle Floria.  He attended Fletcher Elementary, David Crockett Jr. High, and was a 1976 graduate of Beaumont High School.

For most of his life, Sherwood worked as a professional salesman of power transmission belts and accessories.  He was employed by Brance-Krachy, Pirelli, and Electron Incorporated, and his last position was General Manager of The Belt Source in Beaumont, Texas.  

Music was a big part of Sherwood’s life.  He played coronet while in school and was a bass guitarist and singer for Own The Rachs, Commando, Momentum, and other local bands.  He also wrote some of the music that his bands performed.

Sherwood delighted in spending time with his friends and is remembered for his outgoing personality and opinions.  He enjoyed going to concerts, playing cards, debating politics and current events, practicing marksmanship, and cheering for his beloved Dallas Cowboys.  Sherwood was known for his big heart, and his willingness to help people in need.  He loved his dogs and cats, and even had a snake and squirrels at one time.  His passion for the freedoms and opportunities available in our great nation was limitless.

Survivors include his brother-in-law, Therman Hearnsberger; nephews, Darren Hearnsberger and Todd Hearnsberger; niece, DeLisa Deutsch; sister, Tina Florio; and his life partner, Dee McNeil

Sherwood was preceded in death by his wife, Tammy; and son, Layne Floria.

A gathering of Mr. Floria’s family and friends will be from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., Saturday, January 19, 2019, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.