He served in the Canadian Army from 1961 through 1964.

Sylvio was a carpenter employed by George Ouellet Construction of Gardner for several years, until becoming ill. He was previously employed by C & W Fabricators Corporation of Gardner.

Sylvio was a member of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church in Gardner.

He was also a member of the Acadien Social Club, the Deep Sea Club, the Beagle Club and the Knights of Columbus, Council 396 all of Gardner.

Sylvio enjoyed fishing, hunting, ice hockey and golf. He enjoyed socializing with friends at the Acadien Social Club, and loved spending time with his grandchildren.