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WALTER SULLIVAN Obituary

Sullivan, Walter J. 91, Mayor Emeritus City of Cambridge. Beloved husband and sweetheart of 68 years to Marion A. (Colarusso). Devoted father of Marion Murphy and her husband Patrick of Belmont, Mary Carven and her husband William of Hanover, Maureen Santoro and her husband Richard of Hingham, Walter Jr. and his wife Susan of Hingham, and Michael, current Clerk of Courts Middlesex and former Mayor of Cambridge, and his wife Denise of Cambridge. Grampi to William, Christopher, Patrick, Richard, Alyssa, Elizabeth, Michelle, Michael, James, Marissa, Katherine, Michael, Paul and Walter III. Great Grampi to fourteen. Devoted brother of Kate Lynch and Jean Savery and the late Mary McMorrow, Dorothy Powers, Edward, Robert, William and James Sullivan. Brother in law of Jacqueline Sullivan. Mayor Sullivan will lie in State in the Walter J. Sullivan Water Purification Facility 250 Fresh Pond Parkway, Cambridge on Friday, August 8th from 3 PM to 8PM. Funeral Mass in St. Paul's Church, Harvard Square, Cambridge, Saturday at 10am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment Cambridge Cemetery. Late State Representative, City Councillor, and Mayor of Cambridge and Assistant Clerk of Courts. Veteran Army Air Corp WWII. In lieu of flowers please send donations in Walter's memory to St. Paul's Church Renovation Fund 29 Mt. Auburn St. Cambridge, MA 02138. Online guestbook www.brownandhickey.com Brown & Hickey Funeral Home 617-484-2534 617-547-1500

Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 5 to Aug. 8, 2014.
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The City of Cambridge was a much better place when Walter, Eddie and Michael were at city hall. These men did whatever they could to improve the lives of all residents. If you had a problem they would try to solve it. They did not disappear once they got elected. Rest in Peace Walter and Edward.

Michael Morrissey

October 20, 2017

A top class politician who helped so many people in Cambridge. (John C. Burns, Jr. family) Thank you, Walter.

Catherine Burns

August 19, 2014

Dear Marion and the Sullivan family members,

Jim and I wish to express our sincere sympathy on the death of your father. I have many fond memories of your father ( and mother) from our days at the Mount and then at Framingham,

With love, sympathy and prayers, Mary Bourke Ledwith

August 11, 2014

Michael, Walter and Family,
The thoughts and prayers of countless people are with you at this time - a fitting tribute to a great man and Mayor who helped so many others in their times of need.
Sincerely,
Kevin

Kevin McCluskey

August 11, 2014

To the Sullivan Family:
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your father and grandfather, Walter. He was a kind and decent man who helped many people in need throughout his long and distinguished career and never went out of his way to hurt anyone. He was a lover of people and traditions of all kinds and was a classic example of what public service was meant to be in America. He will be greatly missed by all whom he touched over the years. Michael Ring and the Ring Family.

August 11, 2014

to the family of Kate Lynch and Walter Sullivan. May the memories always bring a smile to your face and love in your hearts.
The Canavan Family from Newtowne Court

August 11, 2014

To the Sullivan, Walter, such a great man and a terrible loss for all those that knew him. My memories go back to when I started first grade in St. Paul's, I was in school with Maureen. I remember Walter always had a big "hello" and a bigger smile to go with it. Walter will be missed by so many, but not forgotten.

My deepest sympathy to the Sullivan Family.

Mary Curran Forgione

August 9, 2014

Dear Sullivan Family,
My sincere condolences to you and the entire Sullivan Family with the passing of Mayor Sullivan. As a young guy growing up on the other side of the Charles River in Allston, it wasn't difficult to hear about Walter and his commitment to the people of Cambridge. I finally met Walter through political campaigns, and it was a learning experience to stand with him. He treated everyone the same and had respect for everyone. I remember being with Walter in New York City during the Democratic National Convention when Jimmy Carter was nominated. He was dressed to the nines, straw hat and all. We jumped into a cab and toured the city. What fun. What a guy. God Bless you Walter and the Sullivan Family

Mike Hanlon

August 9, 2014

Dear Sullivan family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Walter was an exceptional man who made a difference in so many lives. We will always remember his kindness, thoughtfulness and what a true gentleman he was. He was never too busy to stop and talk with his friends. He will be missed.

Bill and Kathy Kroen

Bill and Kathy Kroen

August 9, 2014

To Walter's family,

He was such a good and generous man . I cannot count the kindnesses , so many , he extended to me especially as well as our family over the years.

I had the great pleasure of helping him close out the Office at the end of his Mayor's term in 1975. There I got to know his great friend, Bill Brennan. All you need to know about Walter you can learn by reading Bill's remembrance in this book. That is the sound of love and friendship and respect that you will hear. And believe me, Bill knew Walter.

August 9, 2014

The Corcoran family has lost a dear friend.We send our love to the Sullivan family

August 8, 2014

My condolences to the Marion and the Sullivan family.

Jean Woodberry

August 8, 2014

Dear Maureen,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Mr.and Mrs. Dimille

Pamela Dimille

August 8, 2014

Dear Marion I am so sorry to hear of Walters death.You know how much I thought of him and his family I am so sorry that I can't get to the funeral as I am getting old and walk to far . But my heart and. Soul are with you and your family lots of love

George & Lillian Teso Belmont ma

August 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

August 8, 2014

So sorry to hear of the passing of Walter. He was mayor and a good person and will be missed by all who knew him. I worked for the City of Cambridge for 36 yrs. and he was mayor a good part of that time. My condolences go out to all his family.

Theresa Romanoff

August 8, 2014

Walter was a kind and caring neighbor to us in Scituate these past years. He will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sullivan family at this time of sadness.

Carol Stevens

August 8, 2014

My deepest sympathy to all of Walter Sullivan's Family. May he Rest In Peace.

Robert Antonelli

August 8, 2014

To hear Walter has passed brings tears to my eyes, he was a great friend to my family. My sincere condolences to the Sullivan family. Charles Russell Jr.

Charles Russell Jr.

August 8, 2014

Walter,Marion and family were close friends of my family, though I haven't seen them in many years. I'm so sorry to hear of Walter's passing. He was a dear friend of my Dad. I just wanted to send along my sincere sympathy in the death of Walter.
Claire (Sullivan) Falletti - daughter of John L Sullivan (formerly of Murray Hill Road, Cambridge) I now live in Weymouth and I see that Mary & Maureen live down in my area. It's been years since I have seen you, hope all is well.

Claire Falletti

August 8, 2014

Walter was always there like cheering on the finishing runners at the ADA Run for Research back in the seventies. He stood above most as a quality caring guy. Although only meeting Walter infrequently, he felt like a friend. Cambridge will miss him in so manny ways!
Sincerely,
Justin Slate
Formally of Bob Slate, Stationer

Justin Slate

August 8, 2014

My condolences to the family of a very kind, generous and outstanding politician. May time heal your sorrow for your father/husband/father in law/grandfather. I worked in the election commission during his hey days and I will never forget him. Rest in peace Mayor Sullivan. Louise Walker

August 8, 2014

A wonderful man who we had the pleasure of knowing for so many years. Our sincere condolences to the Sullivan family.

The Coppola Family

Lisa (Coppola) Moreira

August 8, 2014

To the Sullivan Family, Condolences from the McCarthy's, Jolly Wally was a great guy and will always remembered. Rest in peace Walter.

Stephen McCarthy

August 7, 2014

To the Sullivan family,
I was saddened to hear of Walter's passing. He was not only an outstanding husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather but a truly good human being. He practiced the teachings of his Christian faith. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and may Walter enter into eternal rest into the hands of the Lord. Respectfully,

Kathleen Barker

August 7, 2014

A loved ones passing is never easy.
Walter J. Sullivan was a legend and a humanitarian.
Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.

Spyros Lambros

August 7, 2014

With many fond memories over the years ,on behalf of the entire Powers family, we extend our very deep sympathy to the Sullivan family

Joe Powers

August 7, 2014

My condolences to the family of Walter J. Sullivan for the loss of a great man and a caring friend to all.

Louis Cherubino,Sr.

August 7, 2014

Condolences to the entire Sullivan families. Walter was the best, cared for all mankind. He was there for those needing help. The City of Cambridge is poorer in his loss but rich for services he gave so willingly.

The Snow Family

August 7, 2014

Rest in Peace Mr. Sullivan.

Maryellen DeGuglielmo-Milner

August 7, 2014

ray kelley

August 7, 2014

To the Sullivan Family:

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Walter was a great friend to all who knew him.
His infectious smile and positive outlook was always evident.
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Dot Reilly and Family

August 7, 2014

Michael-- Sincere condolences to you and your entire family on your loss. May your Dad Rest in Peace. -- Don & Elaine Feener

Donald Feener

August 7, 2014

Mayor Sullivan was a great man in every sense of the word. My condolences to his family and the community he loved and served so well.

Frani Keeley

August 7, 2014

Don't remember the first time seeing Walter Sullivan
Don't remember the last time seeing Walter Sullivan
But the times in between were wonderful.

Would see him at funeral masses and many happened at the same time but different churches. He would be in the church as the loved one's casket was brought in and to the family would nod encouragement. Then leave and go to the other church as the loved one was borne out as mass ended. He was there for the people always.

My recollection was on our honeymoon I saw Walter in our hotel lobby and introduced him to my wife. Any time after that would see him at a funeral and he would ask "how many tears ago was that?" Would tell him it was either 11,16, or 23 years ago. We would both smile.

My condolences to the family and my memory of Walter will be he was a gentleman.
A nice way to remember someone.

Richard Sullivan
Sullivan Funeral Home
Brighton, MA

August 7, 2014

On behalf of the Levins family we send our sincere condolences. Walter helped our family many, many times over the years and he will not be forgotten.

Annie (Levins) Michaels

August 7, 2014

May almighty god have mercy on your soul and bring you to life everlasting. Have a great time in heaven walter, you were a great mayor

paul ferguson

August 7, 2014

TO THE SULLIVAN FAMILY,
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WALTER WAS A VERY UNIQUE AND SPECIAL MAN TO ALL. R.I.P WALTER

ARTHUR PAPAZIAN

August 7, 2014

The family of Barbara Caulfield wife of the late John G Caulfield would like to send our heart felt condolences to your family on your loss. Your dad was one of the best. He was a great man and leader in our great city of Cambridge.

August 7, 2014

Walter and family,

I am sorry for the loss of your Dad. May the happy memories help you get through this difficult time.

Ellen Cassidy

Ellen Cassidy

August 7, 2014

Michael and family, I'm very sorry for your loss and that of the community your father served so well.

Denise Burns

August 7, 2014

Michael, and all of the Sullivan family please accept our condolences on the loss of Walter. Our hearts are heavy but we are all better people for having known him.

William J. Doran and Family
Cambridge, Ma.

August 7, 2014

walter very saddened by the loss of your father he sounded like a great person like yourself please accept my condolences

jim lavita

August 7, 2014

To the Sullivan Family,

On behalf of the Clover/Fitzmaurice family, we would like to express our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Sincerely,
mary clover obrien

August 7, 2014

Michael and the Sullivan family, I am so sorry for your loss. Walter was a wonderful, kind person who truly cared for the great city of Cambridge. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary (Walker) Bradway

August 7, 2014

Dad: A son's first Hero,
A daughter's first love.
Thank you for loving me.
Always and forever, Maureen

Maureen Sullivan Santoro

August 7, 2014

marian,mary,maureen and family,so sorry to hear about your dad.He ALWAYS had a smile on his face.When I think of scituate,I think of the Sullivan family.my condolences to each of you
betsy jennings o'connell....asheville,nc

August 7, 2014

My deepest condolences to a wonderful family for your great loss. Walter J. Sullivan was a leader among men who always found time to say "hello" with a heart bigger than the City of Cambridge!! You will be greatly missed.

Randy Foley

August 6, 2014

The family of the late Hon. Thomas Doherty would like to express its deepest sympathies to the Sullivan family for the loss of a great man and son of Cambridge, Mayor Walter Sullivan. May he rest in peace.

The Doherty Family

August 6, 2014

Marian and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary("the nurse")Ternullo
Pines of Delray

August 6, 2014

My thoughts and prayers for your great loss.
R.I.P. Walter J. Sullivan

Maria Curtatone

August 6, 2014

Marion, Michael and Family;
Walter continually helped me in my life - finding me work, keeping me out of trouble and helping me complete my education. I thought I was very special to him - then I found out he did this for everybody . With the highest respect and appreciation , I will never forget him.

Ray and Ruth Kelley

Raymond Kelley

August 6, 2014

Walter was a family man, friend, neighbor and community leader. With all of his many accomplishments he never forgot where he came from and was always willing to lend a helping hand to a friend in need. Walter was a sincere and genuine man who did so much for so many and will be sorely missed!
The Foley Family

Greg Foley

August 6, 2014

Walter and family, I am deeply sorry to learn of your loss. May fond memories help you through this difficult time. Sincerely, Olivia Blanchette

August 6, 2014

Walter and Michael, lifting you and your family in prayer at this time of loss, praying His Peace gives your family comfort.
Blessings,

Matt

August 6, 2014

So many memories, what a wonderful man, wonderful family. My thoughts are with you all~

Kathryn Stygles Peirce

August 6, 2014

Marion and Family, I have such wonderful memories of you and Walter. I babysat for the girls way back when. I know Walter is truly in Heaven because he was an angel here on earth and always very Special to My Mom and Step-Dad (Agnes & Bill Villemaire). You all are in my prayers. Mary(Margy Moore) Overton from "Kerry Corner"

Mary (Margy Moore) Overton

August 6, 2014

Please be assured of my prayers, as well as those of my Religiou Community. We will offer Mass today for the repose of the soul of Walter. God bless you all during this time of grief. Br. Kevin M. Courtney, FMSI

August 6, 2014

Great man , will be sorely missed,R.I.P. the Morande family of blackstone st, cambridge , long ago.

George Morande

August 6, 2014

Mrs. Sullivan and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Thank you for sharing your husband and father with all of us in the City of Cambridge. Walter's long and proud history of public service helped many individuals and families during their darkest hours. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Bob & Joan Reardon

August 6, 2014

Michael, Walter, and all of the Sullivan Family, please
accept my most profound condolences for the passing of your beloved father. My prayers and thoughts are with you, God grant all of you his Divine Peace.
Rose Ursino

Rose Ursino

August 6, 2014

Uncle Walter there is no one quite like you. I have very fond memories of you and your family. We had great times growing up and family always came first. I know that you are in heaven now with the rest of the Sullivan clan. Your family will miss you terribly. We love you.

Lorraine Sullivan Taylor

August 6, 2014

Dear Marion & Family
Mary, Marion, Maureen
Michael & Walter

It is with a Heavy Heart that we have heard the passing of Mayor Walter Sullivan. Will be remembered by many as a dedicated Husband , Father , Grandfather and most of all a True Friend to so many. Unselffish in so many ways, a man who was willing to go above and beyond to help anyone in need . He never forgot his roots or where he came from. Truly "One of a Kind" who will sorely be missed and now reunited with his family up above. As the days and months pass and tears fall, know that you all have a True Guardian Angel who will be with you at all times. Hold onto the Happier Days and Memories that you have of your Dad and somehow these memories will carry you through the pain & sorrow you feel today.

Sincerely,
To a True Gentlemen and Longtime Friend Who Will Always be Remembered and Never Forgotten for All the wonderful Times Spent
Together!!!

Sincerely,

William ( Bill ) Brennan
Robert B
Rita Kelly

August 6, 2014

To the Sullivan Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Walter was an extraordinary man in so many ways, as a public servant and family man. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.

Maura Hennigan

August 6, 2014

It was an honor and a privilege to have known Walter, Mayor Emeritus who was well respected, admired and held with the highest public esteem.
Always there for ALL, serving with integrity.
Rest in peace.
Suzan Welsh

August 6, 2014

Sending warm thoughts and prayers to the entire Sullivan family. Heaven has truly gained another great one and you guys now have a permanent guardian angel. He will be forever in your hearts. Love to all of you, Siobhan

August 6, 2014

To the Sullivan family with the deepest sympathy of the members of the Cambridge Auxiliary Police.
Walter was a wonderful friend to all of us and all of Cambridge. He will be greatly missed. "May the smile of God light you to glory Walter."

John & Mary Boudreau

August 6, 2014

Our family sends it deepest love and respect to the hundreds of family and friends who have been honored by Walter and his enduring legacy. A continued blessing to have lived a full and giving life and to exit bathed in the love of so many.

August 6, 2014

On behalf of the men and women of the Cambridge Fire Department, please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of Mayor Sullivan.

Gerard Mahoney

August 6, 2014

My deepest sympathy is with your family. Walter was on of a kind and will remain in my prayers. Beverly J. Barberio (Kerivan)

August 6, 2014

Walter was intelligent...witty...caring...generous man....one of a kind.....never to be forgotten
Anne Umana Swampscott

August 6, 2014

Dear Mrs. Sullivan and family:

The universe, the City of Cambridge and the Sullivan family have all lost a great individual with the loss of Walter.

You and your family are in my prayers.

Sincerely
Donna P. Lopez and family

August 6, 2014

A great mayor and city councillor has passed away. He will be missed.

AlVellucci- Wareham, Mass.

August 6, 2014

Walter, My Family and I Thank You for all you did through the years. You were truly a good person who kept his word. I myself enjoyed the old days at the Court House, being apart of your Family. Walter may you Rest in that Eternal Peace you richly deserve.

David Feeley

August 6, 2014

Dear Marion and your loving Family my thoughts and prayers are with you .
Walter was a very "Special , Caring, Loving, GREAT FAMILY Man and will be missed dearly by ALL of Cambridge and alll who were blessed to meet him.
Blessings to All you Sulivans.
Bina

Bina crowley

August 6, 2014

To The Entire Sullivan Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Cambridge has lost an icon. Walter was a kind and wonderful gentleman. He was so willing to help any one in need. His values are instilled in his children they all have that same instinct to be there for everyone. He and Marion led a beautiful example of what a loving marriage is all about. May he rest in peace . His earthly presence will be missed by all.

The Trifone Family

August 6, 2014

Sullivan family,
You are all in my thoughts & prayers at this time. I will always remember the fun times at the Sullivan's picnic!!!!!

Adrienne Pilarski

August 5, 2014

MY DEEPEST SYMMPATHY TO ALL OF THE SULLIVAN FAMILY ON THE PASSING OF A TRUE GENTLEMAN, AN HONORED PUBLIC SERVANT AND WONDERFUL PERSON. I HAVE MEMORIES OF KERRY CORNER AND ALL THE GREAT THINGS WALTER DID FOR US AND ALL OF THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE. MAY MARIAN AND THE CHILDREN KNOW THAT THEIR GREAT LOSS IS ALSO A LOSS OF THOSE THAT KNEW HIM AND RESPECTED THE MAN HE WAS.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL. WITH HEARTFELT SYMPATHY, DYAN REEVES

August 5, 2014

Dear Michael and Family,
Kay and I were deeply saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. We have been remembering all the good times. Hang onto the happy memories. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna M. Coughlin Lyons

August 5, 2014

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