Carwile, Sylvia Irene, 82, of Louisville, passed away Monday, November 8, 2010.
She was a native of London, England, a WWII bride, former retail store owner, and thoroughbred racing owner.
Sylvia volunteered for the Dream Factory and attended First Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Allan P. Carwile; sisters, Gwen, Pam, Phyllis; brothers, Robbie and Derek; grandson James Allan Sanders.
She is survived by her children, Carol Sanders, Donna Strong (Andrew), Vi Smith (Jess), and Alicia Carwile (David); grandchildren Chris Sanders (Alphy), Brett Strong (Angi), Chad Smith (Tracy), Laura Schnabl (Jody); great-grandchildren, Cris, Kayla, Aleah, Jake, Jordyn, Evey, Mandi, and Anthony.
Memorial expressions can be made to The Humane Society of Louisville or The Dream Factory, Louisville Chapter.
Services will be private. Owen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.