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Francis Sullivan Obituary

Francis M. Sullivan, Sr. EAST BRIDGEWATER Francis M. "Frank" Sullivan, Sr., of East Bridgewater, formerly of Holbrook, died October 25 at West Acres Nursing Home at age 77. He was born in Boston where he grew up and was educated. Frank lived in Holbrook for 41 years before moving to East Bridgewater 10 years ago. He was a social worker for the Boston Housing Authority for 35 years, retiring in 1993. He was a self-employed real estate broker in Holbrook for many years. He was a trustee of Teamsters Local 122 and a long time friend of Bill W. Beloved husband of Natalie (Sylva) Sullivan. Father of Janet Young of Plymouth, Francis Michael Sullivan, Jr. of Abington, Paul Sullivan of Hanson, Dennis Sullivan of Holbrook, Marybeth Troilo of Avon and Amy Dow of Lakeville. Brother of Thomas Sullivan of Holbrook. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His family was his pride and joy. Funeral from the Hurley Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St., (Rte. 37) Holbrook, Wednesday at 9:45 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Joseph's Church, Holbrook, at 10:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tuesday 3-6 p.m. Interment Union Cemetery Colbrook. Donations in Frank's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Assn., 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472 or St. John's Food Pantry, 210 Central St., E. Bridgewater, MA 02333. Late US Air Force, Korean War Veteran.

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Oct. 27 to Oct. 28, 2008.

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Randy McConville

November 4, 2008

Dear Sullivan Family,
Frank was a man of the highest integrity. He found an ounce of worth in a lost sole in me over 20 years ago.....like he did so many others. I can only wish that I posses an ounce of his worth to carry on to other lost soles. May Frank rest in Peace.
God Bless,
Randy McConville

Darcy Miller

October 30, 2008

I have been a tenent of Mr.Sullivan for over 5 years. I always found him to be a sweet and very pleasent man.My prayers are with his family and loved ones.

Jan Mc Donald (Marsh)

October 30, 2008

Frank was a great friend of my Dad's and there were many funny storys were told. He came to my Dad's wake and he looked terrific. He also helped my Mom when my Dad died. He will be missed. I feel the pain for your family it's not easy.


Jan (Mc Donald) Marsh Hugh Mac's daughter)

Mike Casey

October 30, 2008

Mr. Sullivan,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USAF during the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Julie Whealan

October 29, 2008

Amy and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I know how much he meant to you. I will always treasure the memory of how your Dad made our stark apartment look and feel like our home away from home.
I love you and hope your loving memories are vivid and frequent.
God Bless- Julie (Koza) Whealan and Family

Tom and Lynn Burns

October 28, 2008

Mary, Bob and children,
Tom and I wish all of you the deepest in sympathy!!! Mary, I know your dad was so special to you and will be greatly missed by each and everyone of you!!!! May his soul rest in peace and give you strength each and everyday!! God Bless!

Elise & Steve McCarthy

October 28, 2008

Mary & family - We were very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

jim reichert

October 28, 2008

I'm very sorry for your loss. Frank was a great guy.

Marie & Mark Lovell

October 28, 2008

Frank was such a wonderful man. He worked with my dad at Boston Housing. We were so greatful for all that Frank did for our family. God Bless, our prayers and thoughts are with your family.

Helen Denny

October 28, 2008

To the Sullivan Family:

So sorry to hear about Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Love Helen and Charlie Denny

Charlie Gillis

October 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

joanna hochman

October 27, 2008

Dear Dennis, Nancy, Maria and Joseph,
So sorry to hear of your sad loss....thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Joanna

Lisa Garcia

October 27, 2008

Dear Mrs. Sullivan and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Sullivan. He will be sadly missed.

Lisa Magazu-Garcia and Family

Jeanette McDonald

October 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of Frank's demise. I will miss his wiity charm. Just remember he and Mack are now together having a good time. He is a great loss to a lot of people.

carol sanzone

October 27, 2008

Paul,

deepest sympathy to you and your family.

carol sanzone, middleton & company, Inc., Boston

Ruthanne (MacCallum) Henry

October 27, 2008

Janet, Paul, Mrs. S and the rest of the family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You all were always so nice to me and my family many fond memories. God Bless

Cheryl Fowler

October 27, 2008

Natalie, I was deeply saddened to hear of Frank's passing from Mom yesterday. I'm so thankful that you were both able to come the their 50th Anniversary party and that I was able to enjoy your company. I love you both so much and I hold onto so many memories from younger day's with you both. Frank had the best smile and always joked around with us. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love Cheryl (Currie) Fowler

Joseph A Nadworny

October 27, 2008

God Bless you Frank

Angela Higgins

October 27, 2008

Sorry, to hear about your dad, God bless you all. Angela(Pascarelli) Higgins, Yuma, Az

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