Myrtis Genevieve Hall O'Sullivan

Myrtis Genevieve Hall O'Sullivan

Myrtis O'Sullivan Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Nov. 22, 2008.
O'SULLIVAN, Myrtis Genevieve Hall, 89, of Newport News, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2008 after a short illness. Myrt was born in Shanghai, King and Queen County, Va., and was a lifetime Peninsula resident. She excelled as a concert pianist, church organist, school and piano teacher, and loving wife and mother. Myrtis was the composer of the musical works "The Virginia Waltz" and "The Mary Washington Waltz," which was dedicated to her alma mater, Mary Washington University. Myrt is survived by her sons, William John III, Robert Michael, James Patrick, Michael Kevin; and grandchildren, Steffi, Irish, Emerald, Heather, Tiffany, Jonathan, and Kristin. Myrt was preceded in this life by her husband, former NASA scientist, William John Jr.; and daughter, Mary Myrtis. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 22, at Altmeyer Funeral Home Denbigh Chapel, followed by a graveside prayer at 12 noon at Peninsula Memorial Park, 12750 Warwick Boulevard, Newport News, Va. Flowers are welcome at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the care of Altmeyer Funeral Home - Denbigh Chapel, 12893 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, Va. 23608. Condolences can be left at www.Altmeyer.com.
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Terry Culotta Ennis

November 26, 2008

To the Family: I took piano lessons from Mrs. O'Sullivan for a few years, I guess in the early 60's. I believe she lived in Merrimac Shores then. They were fond memories of my childhood and she was a delight to take lessons from. I still have the piano that belonged to my grandmother where I practiced my lessons.
Terry Culotta Ennis

M.B. Sheppard

November 24, 2008

Pat And Deborah,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat, we never knew your Mom, but we do know that she had the best son and daughter-in-law that any lady could wish for. She was blessed with a loving family.

M.B. & Sue Sheppard

Emerald O'Sullivan-Mejia

November 21, 2008

I have many great memories of hiking, playing games, and just spending time together with Grandma. I loved listening to her play the piano. I couldn't have asked for a more loving grandmother.

john meckley

November 21, 2008

Sorry about your loss.

John and Pat Meckley
Former Everett Dr. neighbors

Harwood Hall

November 21, 2008

Susan and I were so glad that we got to see Aunt Myrtis before she passed away. We also enjoyed several visits with her in Newport News over the past year.

Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers; family means a lot. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.

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