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Hamp Sykes was born on September 16, 1819, and died at age 100 years old in September 1919. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Hamp Sykes.
William Clifford Sykes of Geelong, Greater Geelong City County, VIC Australia was born on June 18, 1821 in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom, and died at age 53 years old on May 13, 1875 in Geelong, Greater Geelong City County, VIC Australia.
Mary Ann Pontey (Stead) Sykes of Ballarat, City of Ballarat County, VIC Australia was born in 1825 in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom, and died at age 63 years old on February 13, 1889 in Ballarat, City of Ballarat County, VIC Australia.
The Argus, Melbourne. 21st August 1897. IN MEMORIAM. WHITE. - In loving remembrance of our dear mother, Mary White, who passed away, at Burnley, at the residence of her daughter, on the 22nd August, 1896. Inserted by her daughters, S. J. Wedlich, and M. Parsons.
Joseph Sykes was born on February 13, 1847, and died at age 108 years old in March 1955. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Joseph Sykes.
Jane (Sykes) Mccance of Brunswick, City of Merri-bek County, VIC Australia was born on October 18, 1852 in England United Kingdom, and died at age 78 years old on May 2, 1931 in Brunswick, VIC Australia.
John Clifford Sykes of Gomersal, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom was born on October 31, 1856 in Castlemaine, Mount Alexander Shire County, VIC Australia to Mary Ann Pontey (Stead) Sykes and William Clifford Sykes. He had siblings Adelaide Sykes and Jane (Sykes) Mccance. John Sykes died at age 82 years old on December 1, 1938 in Gomersal, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom.
Adelaide Sykes of VIC Australia was born on July 6, 1858 in Campbells Creek, Mount Alexander Shire County to Mary Ann Pontey (Stead) Sykes and William Clifford Sykes. She had siblings John Clifford Sykes and Jane (Sykes) Mccance. Adelaide Sykes died at age 4 years old on November 1, 1862.
James Sykes was born on August 7, 1858, and died at age 99 years old in July 1958. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember James Sykes.
Elizabeth Sykes of Warr Australia was born in 1860 in Warr. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Elizabeth Sykes.
Ellen Jane (Sykes) Nippe of Heidelberg Australia was born on September 13, 1864 in Creswick, VIC. She was married to Johann Gottfried Nippe Jr. in 1886, and had children Martin Gotfried Nippe, Marie Jane Nippe, Samuel Carl Nippe, Bertha Ellen Clarice (Nippe) Karlson, Johann Clifford Nippe, George Nippe, Alice Minnie Nippe, Albert James Nippe, and Ethel Nippee. Ellen Nippe died at age 69 years old on January 23, 1934 in Toongabbie.
Eva Florence (Burkitt) Bickford-Sykes was born in 1865 in Portland, Glenelg Shire County, VIC Australia to Richard Burkitt and Martha (Charter) Burkitt, and had siblings Thomas Arthur Wentworth Burkitt, Harriet Mirah Burkitt, Rebecca Chalner Burkitt, Anna Elizabeth Burkitt, Annie Laura Burkitt, and Mary Anne Charter (Burkitt) Lumley. Eva Bickford-Sykes died at age 85 years old on August 4, 1951 in Cheltenham. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Eva Florence (Burkitt) Bickford-Sykes.

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Helen B (Sykes) Austin of Egg Harbor City, Atlantic County, NJ was born on February 27, 1916 in Goldsboro, Wayne County, North Carolina United States, and died at age 85 years old on November 13, 2001 at Kessler Memorial Hospital in Hammonton, New Jersey. Helen Austin was buried at Egg Harbor City Cemetery in Egg Harbor City, Atlantic County.
Michael Anthony Sykes was born on November 19, 1983. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Michael Sykes .
Paul G Sykes of Carencro, Lafayette County, LA was born on July 29, 1943. He was married to Norene E. (Oreilly) Sykes, and had a child Michael Sykes. Paul Sykes died at age 58 years old on December 13, 2001.
Norene E. (Oreilly) Sykes
Norene E Sykes of TX was born circa November 26, 1940 in Manhattan, New York County, New York United States. She married Paul G. Sykes on May 24, 1982 in Harris County, TX. She also married Paul G Sykes, and they had a child Michael Sykes. Norene Sykes died at age 83 years old on June 3, 2024 at St. Mary Medical Center 1201 Langhorne Newtown Rd, in Langhorne, Bucks County, PA.
Paul G Sykes of Harris County, TX was born circa 1944. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Paul G. Sykes.
Paul Gene Sykes of Hardin County, TX was born circa 1944. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Paul Gene Sykes.
Edith Eleanore  (Milbrandt) Sykes
Edith Eleanore Milbrandt married Eric Sykes (1923 - 2012) on February 14th, 1952 in Kensington, London, England. Edith and Eric met when she was working at a talent agency. Eric had struggled with problems with his hearing and his vision throughout his life and Edith was of great support to him. In his obituary, Eric was described as a "widely-acclaimed British comedy actor and writer." Amongst his accomplishments, he co-wrote the classic radio comedy "The Good Show." He also starred in "Skykes and a . . ." , "The Others" and "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire." Edith and Eric had four children: Kathy Sykes, Susan (Sykes) Stronge, Julie Louise Sykes and David Kurt Sykes. They also had grandchildren Matthew, Eleanore, William, Thomas, and Sophie as well as great-grandchild George. A private person, Edith stayed out of the limelight, focusing on their family life. When Eric died, he and Edith had been married for sixty years. Read Eric's obituary, which includes highlights of his career, at Eric Sykes, British Comic Actor, is Dead at 89.
Savilla L Sykes of New York, New York County, NY was born on June 17, 1967, and died at age 34 years old on December 23, 2001.
Adelaide Sykes of VIC Australia was born on July 6, 1858 in Campbells Creek, Mount Alexander Shire County to Mary Ann Pontey (Stead) Sykes and William Clifford Sykes. She had siblings John Clifford Sykes and Jane (Sykes) Mccance. Adelaide Sykes died at age 4 years old on November 1, 1862.
John Clifford Sykes of Gomersal, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom was born on October 31, 1856 in Castlemaine, Mount Alexander Shire County, VIC Australia to Mary Ann Pontey (Stead) Sykes and William Clifford Sykes. He had siblings Adelaide Sykes and Jane (Sykes) Mccance. John Sykes died at age 82 years old on December 1, 1938 in Gomersal, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom.
Mary Ann Pontey (Stead) Sykes of Ballarat, City of Ballarat County, VIC Australia was born in 1825 in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom, and died at age 63 years old on February 13, 1889 in Ballarat, City of Ballarat County, VIC Australia.
William Clifford Sykes of Geelong, Greater Geelong City County, VIC Australia was born on June 18, 1821 in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire County, England United Kingdom, and died at age 53 years old on May 13, 1875 in Geelong, Greater Geelong City County, VIC Australia.
Jane (Sykes) Mccance of Brunswick, City of Merri-bek County, VIC Australia was born on October 18, 1852 in England United Kingdom, and died at age 78 years old on May 2, 1931 in Brunswick, VIC Australia.
Bernard A Sykes was born on September 21, 1925, and died at age 75 years old on July 24, 2001. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Bernard A Sykes.
Trellis L Sykes
Trellis L Sykes' father was Robert Lee Sykes and her mother was Gail Ann Peters. She was an only child. In 1994, Trellis Sykes was a 16 year old basketball star at Worthing high school with plans for the future. On May 13th, 1994 she was attacked in the early morning while walking to school. She was raped and murdered, ending her short life and bringing anguish to her family, and terror to the entire community. She was found later that same day in a field. Note: Official records list her date of death as May 15th, but some places say May 13th, which seems to be erroneous. Eight years after the event, a basketball court was dedicated to her. See an article : NEWS: HOUSTON & TEXAS City officials, family remember slain girl As of Fall 2022, no one has been arrested for the abduction, rape, and terrible murder of Trellis. See KTRK – Houston Who killed Trellis Sykes? for details. For an update on the traumatic event, the latest developments, and its effect on the Houston community and her immediate family at Who was waiting in the weeds to kill Worthing HS student Trellis Sykes?
Eric Sykes
Eric Sykes was a well-known British comedian, actor, writer, and director who was born on May 4, 1923, in Oldham, Lancashire, England. He began his career as a radio scriptwriter for the BBC in the 1940s and later became a successful television personality, appearing in numerous shows throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Sykes was also known for his film work, including appearances in popular movies such as "Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines" and "The Others." He wrote and directed several films, including "The Plank" and "It's Your Move." Throughout his career, Sykes received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the entertainment industry, including a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 1986 and a knighthood in 2005. He passed away on July 4, 2012, at the age of 89.
Wanda Yvette Sykes
Wanda Yvette Sykes was born on March 7, 1964 in Portsmouth, Norfolk County, Virginia United States. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Wanda Yvette Sykes.
The Argus, Melbourne. 21st August 1897. IN MEMORIAM. WHITE. - In loving remembrance of our dear mother, Mary White, who passed away, at Burnley, at the residence of her daughter, on the 22nd August, 1896. Inserted by her daughters, S. J. Wedlich, and M. Parsons.
Gabriel Sykes of South Yarra Australia. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Gabriel Sykes.
Ollie Vee was my last Auntie on my father's side who passed away. She was very special. I had a special love for her and vice versa. We could wear each other's shoes. A size 12. I loved her.

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Edith Eleanore  (Milbrandt) Sykes
Edith Eleanore Milbrandt married Eric Sykes (1923 - 2012) on February 14th, 1952 in Kensington, London, England. Edith and Eric met when she was working at a talent agency. Eric had struggled with problems with his hearing and his vision throughout his life and Edith was of great support to him. In his obituary, Eric was described as a "widely-acclaimed British comedy actor and writer." Amongst his accomplishments, he co-wrote the classic radio comedy "The Good Show." He also starred in "Skykes and a . . ." , "The Others" and "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire." Edith and Eric had four children: Kathy Sykes, Susan (Sykes) Stronge, Julie Louise Sykes and David Kurt Sykes. They also had grandchildren Matthew, Eleanore, William, Thomas, and Sophie as well as great-grandchild George. A private person, Edith stayed out of the limelight, focusing on their family life. When Eric died, he and Edith had been married for sixty years. Read Eric's obituary, which includes highlights of his career, at Eric Sykes, British Comic Actor, is Dead at 89.
Trellis L Sykes
Trellis L Sykes' father was Robert Lee Sykes and her mother was Gail Ann Peters. She was an only child. In 1994, Trellis Sykes was a 16 year old basketball star at Worthing high school with plans for the future. On May 13th, 1994 she was attacked in the early morning while walking to school. She was raped and murdered, ending her short life and bringing anguish to her family, and terror to the entire community. She was found later that same day in a field. Note: Official records list her date of death as May 15th, but some places say May 13th, which seems to be erroneous. Eight years after the event, a basketball court was dedicated to her. See an article : NEWS: HOUSTON & TEXAS City officials, family remember slain girl As of Fall 2022, no one has been arrested for the abduction, rape, and terrible murder of Trellis. See KTRK – Houston Who killed Trellis Sykes? for details. For an update on the traumatic event, the latest developments, and its effect on the Houston community and her immediate family at Who was waiting in the weeds to kill Worthing HS student Trellis Sykes?
Eric Sykes
Eric Sykes was a well-known British comedian, actor, writer, and director who was born on May 4, 1923, in Oldham, Lancashire, England. He began his career as a radio scriptwriter for the BBC in the 1940s and later became a successful television personality, appearing in numerous shows throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Sykes was also known for his film work, including appearances in popular movies such as "Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines" and "The Others." He wrote and directed several films, including "The Plank" and "It's Your Move." Throughout his career, Sykes received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the entertainment industry, including a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 1986 and a knighthood in 2005. He passed away on July 4, 2012, at the age of 89.
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Makayla Ann Sykes.
Toccara M. Sykes-Lemon
Toccara M. (Sykes) Lemon was born on October 16, 1981 to Lewis Alvin Rhodes and Tracey Michelle Sykes. She married Herbert Lee Lemon II circa October 2, 2013 in Shreveport, Caddo Parish County, Louisiana United States, and they were married until Herbert's death circa December 17, 2019. Toccara's partner was Herman Frazier, and they had a child Tamir Kameron Sykes. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Toccara M. Sykes-Lemon.
Wanda Yvette Sykes
Wanda Yvette Sykes was born on March 7, 1964 in Portsmouth, Norfolk County, Virginia United States. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Wanda Yvette Sykes.
Mary Ellen (Sykes) Kemp of Ballarat Australia was born in 1899 at Ballarat VIC, Australia in Ballarat, Ballarat City County, VIC. She married Leslie Kemp in Ballarat City County, Victoria, and they were married until Leslie's death. She also married George William Sykes, and they had a child Rose Catherine Sykes. Mary Kemp died at age 67 years old in 1966 in Melbourne, VIC.
Mabel Helen (Cairns) Sykes of Fitzroy, City of Yarra County, VIC Australia was born on December 29, 1886 in Dromana, Shire of Mornington Peninsula County to John Dalgleish Cairns and Emma (Baldry) Cairns. She had siblings Douglas Pendal Cairns, Reuben Dalgleish Cairns, Alexander John Cairns, and Beatrice (Cairns) Robinson. Mabel Sykes married George Alfred Sykes in 1923, and died at age 75 years old on September 10, 1962 in Fitzroy, City of Yarra County.
David Lamar Sykes III of Mandeville, Louisiana United States was born on May 10, 2013. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember David Lamar Sykes III.
Milton Sykes was in a relationship with Virginia Sykes, and has children James Sykes, William Sykes, Clinton Sykes, Linnon Sykes, Dollie Vee, and Ollie Vee (Sykes). Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Milton Sykes.
Alicia Faith Sykes of Mandeville, Louisiana United States was born on September 30. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Alicia Faith Sevcik Sykes.
Virginia Sykes was my paternal grandmother of whom I never had the chance to meet. She was gone before I was born.
Clinton aka Lindsey Sykes, my uncle. He was the best dressing man ever. Rode a motorcycle up to age 80 and the women loved him. I really do miss him.
Dollie Vee was my daddy's oldest sister. She too had a drinking problem.
Linnon Sykes was my uncle too. He had a drinking problem, like my father. He died early.
James Sykes was born on October 27, 1924 at Broken Bow, Oklahoma in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California United States, and died at age 47 years old in March 1972. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember James Sykes.
Williams Sykes "Uncle Bill" was a wonderful and kind man.
David Lamar Sykes Jr of Mandeville, Louisiana United States was born on March 6, 1979 in Gulfport, Harrison County, MS. David was baptized at St Paul Catholic Church in Pass Christian. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember David Lamar Sykes Jr.
Marcus Mario Sykes is my baby brother. He have 6 children and 5 grandkids. He loves them a lot and he is fine.

sykes Death Records & Life Expectancy

The average age of a Sykes family member is 71.0 years old according to our database of 9,436 people with the last name Sykes that have a birth and death date listed.

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71.0 years

Oldest Sykeses

These are the longest-lived members of the Sykes family on AncientFaces.

Ivy Sykes of Chicago, Cook County, IL was born on September 7, 1892, and died at age 108 years old on April 19, 2001.
108 years
Joseph Sykes was born on February 13, 1847, and died at age 108 years old in March 1955. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Joseph Sykes.
108 years
Lilly M Sykes of Sonoma, Sonoma County, CA was born on February 7, 1887, and died at age 106 years old on December 22, 1993.
106 years
Bessie J Sykes of Black Creek, Outagamie County, WI was born on July 30, 1890, and died at age 104 years old on January 22, 1995.
104 years
Selma Sykes of Aberdeen, Monroe County, MS was born on March 19, 1903, and died at age 103 years old on February 12, 2007.
103 years
Virginia J Sykes of Hampton, Hampton City County, VA was born on August 15, 1892, and died at age 103 years old on July 31, 1996.
103 years
Julia B Sykes of Beaumont, Jefferson County, TX was born on December 24, 1892, and died at age 103 years old on February 2, 1996.
103 years
Bertha Sykes of New York, New York County, NY was born on November 15, 1893, and died at age 103 years old on March 11, 1997.
103 years
Max E Sykes of Rochester, Monroe County, NY was born on May 30, 1901, and died at age 103 years old on February 4, 2005.
103 years
Malissia Sykes was born on March 12, 1905, and died at age 103 years old on February 1, 2009. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Malissia Sykes.
103 years
Annie L Sykes of Indianola, Sunflower County, MS was born on June 10, 1867, and died at age 103 years old on May 15, 1971.
103 years
Theresa Sykes of Portland, Clackamas County, Oregon was born on February 13, 1880, and died at age 104 years old in April 1984.
104 years
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