Mary Sullivan

mary sullivan

October 6, 2024

Born in: Liverpool, England
Resided in: Danvers, Massachusetts

Mary (Murphy) Sullivan, 88, of Danvers, died peacefully on Sunday morning, October 6, 2024 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. She was the loving wife of William A. Sullivan, with whom she shared sixty-four years of marriage.

Born in Liverpool, England on May 20, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Laurence and Catherine (Brack) Murphy. She was raised and educated in Liverpool, and even after six decades in the United States, remained a devoted fan of Liverpool FC.

Mary was employed for years as a postal clerk at the Danvers Post Office.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She cherished her family and children above all else and had a deep love for animals.

She loved to travel, participate in water aerobics, always enjoyed a good cup of tea, was an avid Boston Sports fan and a member of the North Shore Old Car Club.
Her faith was central to her life. As a faithful communicant of Saint Richard’s Church, Mary served as a Eucharistic Minister.

In addition to her husband, she leaves four children, Lisa Sullivan and her fiancé Kevin Green of Boston, Sean Sullivan and his wife Sarah of Boca Raton, FL, Patrick Sullivan of Peabody, and Andrew Sullivan of Danvers, five grandchildren, Abbi, Aislinn, Casey, Gavin and Ryan, and many nieces and nephews here in the US and in England.

Mary was predeceased by her six brothers and sisters.

Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 10:00AM in Saint Richard Church, 90 Forest St., Danvers. Burial will follow in Annunciation Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited. At Mary’s request, there are no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Kaplan Family Hospice House, 78 Liberty St., Danvers, MA 01923. Arrangements are by C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers Square. Guestbook available at www.LyonsFuneral.com.

Services

Funeral Mass: Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00 am

Saint Richard Church
90 Forest St.
Danvers, MA 1923


Committal: Saturday, October 12, 2024 11:00 am

Annunciation Cemetery
155 Hobart St.
Danvers, MA 1923


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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Mary Sullivan 's name.

Kaplan Family Hospice House

78 Liberty St

Danvers,

MA

01923

978-774-7566

giving.caredimensions.org

Memories Timeline

Guestbook

  1. Mary was a great friend and neighbor for over 40 years. She was also a wonderful wife and mother. She was very kind and caring. We spent a lot of time together bringing up our children who were the same ages. She will be missed by our whole family. We also traveled together on many cruises.

    Love you Mary, Sally,George Gamble and family

  2. Sorry to hear of Mrs. Sullivan ‘s passing. I pray she is finally at peace. God bless her soul. My deepest sympathy to Mr. Sullivan and his family. Cecilia Bersano

  3. I remember water aerobics and coffee at Chucks with you! Those were the good days and memories! 😌 Love, Dolly Ohanasian ❤️

  4. My deepest condolences. My late mom, Dena Walter, used to like chatting and drinking coffee with Mary at the Dunks in Middleton. She was always so friendly.

  5. Dear Aunty May,
    We will have the fondest memories of you always, you were a very special lady. Love, Hilary, Gordon, Gavin and Alexin X
    YNWA.

  6. Dear Sullivan Family,
    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mary. She was a lovely person and she and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  7. I just heard of Mary’s passing. I worked, for many years, with Mary, at the Danvers Post Office. She was deeply loved and respected by me and all who worked with her. I loved all her stories of growing up in Liverpool. One of my favorites was when her Mother knitted bathing suits for her and her sisters one Summer. Apparently, they didn’t hold up very well when they hit the water. Mary had the best sense of humor and brought me great joy. My sincere condolences to you, Bill and your wonderful family. She adored you all so much. My heart breaks for you all. I will forever remember her beautiful soul.


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