Mary "Cissy" Sullivan

Mary "Cissy" Sullivan obituary, Owensboro, KY

Mary "Cissy" Sullivan

Mary Sullivan Obituary

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Mary Neel "Cissy" Sullivan, 84, of Owensboro, Ky., passed away June 25, 2020 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Henderson, Ky. to the late James N. and Evelyn Carroll Neel on October 21, 1935. Cissy was a graduate of Holy Name of Jesus High School, attended Brescia University and was a 1957 graduate of the University of Kentucky. Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 59 years, Ronald M. Sullivan, and their children, Patricia Anne (Richard) Thomas, Shannon Marie (William) Wright and R. Michael (Lisa) Sullivan and her grandchildren, Garrett Michael Thomas, Caroline Sullivan Thomas and her fiancé Ryan McConville, Ellen Medley (Joseph) MacEwan, William O. Wright, Jr. and Caitlin, Michael and Annie Sullivan and nieces and nephews. Cissy's three brothers, James N., Henry C., and Malcolm E. Neel predeceased her. Cissy loved her involvement with her family, especially her grandchildren, her many friends, her summer home on Cape Cod, UK Basketball, her service for Owensboro Catholic Schools and St. Stephen Cathedral, and her membership in The Hospital Guild, the Fleur de Lis Garden Club, and her bridge club. The funeral Mass will be at 12:00 noon Monday, June 29, 2020, at St. Stephen Cathedral. Visitation will be from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm Sunday at the Cathedral with prayers at 5:00 pm and after 11:00 am Monday. Burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery. The number of those attending the visitation and funeral Mass for Mrs. Sullivan shall be within current Health and Safety Directives. Family and friends shall wear appropriate personal protective masks and enter the front doors of the Cathedral on Locust St. Care by Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Stephen Cathedral or Owensboro Catholic Schools. Condolences and memories for the family of Mary "Cissy" Sullivan may be shared online at www.glenncares.com.

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July 22, 2025

BettyAnn posted to the memorial.

June 20, 2023

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July 2, 2020

Robert & Anne Danahy posted to the memorial.

BettyAnn

July 22, 2025

Sending you love and wishing you solace on your Angel Mother's 5th anniversary...Patty

BettyAnn

June 20, 2023

Never to Be Forgotten

Robert & Anne Danahy

July 2, 2020

Ron, Patty, Shannon, Mike and all your families. My condolences go out to you on the loss of a wonderful woman, mother and friend. In the few times I had the pleasure to meet her she always showed a wonderful love for her family and treated her families friends with the greatest kindness. She was a loving and charming person that will be dearly missed. Our prayers go out to the entire Sullivan family.

Bob and Mildred Gilles

June 30, 2020

Ron and family. We extend our heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved Cissy. She was a wonderful, kind and gracious lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful family. Sincerely, Bob and Mildred

Frankie Beth and John McNulty

June 29, 2020

Always a Lady.

Susan and Stephen Sullivan-Sayles

June 29, 2020

Dear Uncle Ron and Family,

Our condolences to all of you on the passing of a lovely lady. We so enjoyed being able to see those of you who attended Sully's 40th. Although the miles between us may be many, our hearts and our love are with you as you pass through this time of grief.

Cousin Susan Sullivan and Stephen Sayles

joseph clayton

June 29, 2020

Ron Joe and I are so very sorry for your loss, Joseph and Shirley Clayton

Jan and Rich Evans

June 29, 2020

Ron, Shannon, Patti, Michael and family, our thoughts are with you today and prayers continue. May God comfort you today as you celebrate the life of Cissy and lay her Cto rest. Thanking God for the time she was in our lives. Her life was a blessing to us and all who knew her.

Evelyn & Steve Sullivan

June 29, 2020

We are in deep sorrow over the loss of Cissy and the pain Ron and the family must feel. We wish we were there today to give you our condolences in person. Love, Evelyn & Steve

Joe B. Campbell

June 28, 2020

I am so sorry to learn of Cissy's death. She was a beautiful person who did what God asked of each of us -- to make life better for others. My condolences to Ron, Mike and the entire Sulllivan family. May she rest in peace and may the memories of her be cherished by all who loved her.

Ed and Mary Riney

June 28, 2020

Ron, Mike, Shannon and all the family, know that you our in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Cissy was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed by many. May the Lord surround you with comforting arms as you journey with Cissy into a new life.

Susan and Dudley Cooper

June 28, 2020

Out sincere condolences on the death of Cissy. We were so sorry to hear this news. The Cooper's have always thought fondly of Ron and his entire family. Many prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Mary Thompson

June 28, 2020

Ron, Shannon, Ellen and all the family
Please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Shelby and Mary Ann Thompson

Jerry Saunders

June 28, 2020

Dear Ronald,
I was very sorry to hear of the death of your wife. I appreciate all you do at Sullivan and Mountjoy. You have made a difference in a lot of peoples lives.
God Bless
Jerry and Olivia Saunders

lucy & Tom Neal

June 28, 2020

Dear Ron, Patty, Shannon, Mike & Family: Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss with the death of Cissy. At this point we will not able to get to visitation or the Funeral, but will remember you all in our prayers. Lucy and Tom Neal

Sister Amelia Stenger

June 28, 2020

Ron and family, I m so sorry for your loss. Cissy was a wonderful woman who gave so much. I can't come to the funeral home to visit with you because things are flooded. I just want you to know that I am thinking of you and praying for all of you.

Mike & Kay Smith

June 28, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family of Cissy. She was a wonderful lady and so glad to have known her.

Garry/Ann Pierce

June 28, 2020

Our deepest regrets in hearing about the passing of Cissy. Over the many years that we knew her and Ron thru the Cathedral Parish in Owensboro, Cissy's endearing and welcoming smile was always present and noticeable. Many years before, I had seen Cissy a number of times with Bob Cox having breakfast at the Executive Inn..always deep in discussion, but had time to say Hello. To Ron, Mike, and wonderful family we offer our prayers during this most of difficult times..

Joe and Maggie Obryan

June 28, 2020

Ron and family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She was a real jewel. May God hold her in the palm of His hand.

Steve & Catherine Hayden

June 27, 2020

Ron and family, Cissy was such a lovely lady and a great neighbor for nearly 20 years - you have our deepest sympathy.

Mike and Cloa Thompson

June 27, 2020

Ron and Family. So sorry to hear of Cissy's death. We had so many loving times with Ron and Cissy and with Bishop John and the group of country gang folks. Will always remember Her Loving Smile and the good times we had together. Ron lets stay in touch.

mary pyne

June 27, 2020

Ron and family. So very sorry for the loss of your dear Mary. Thoughts and prayers to all.

Charles and Mary Ellen Lamar

June 27, 2020

We are very deeply saddened to learn of Cissy's death. To our dear friends Ron and Mike, and to all the family, please be assured we are sharing in your loss and will be praying for our Lord to surround you with the Peace and Love that surpasses all our understanding.

Debby Booth

June 27, 2020

Ron and Family,
I was so sad to hear of our dear Cissy's passing. We have so many happy times together of you and Cissy through the years with the Booth's. She was so sweet and will
be missed so much. My heart and prayers are with you all. Blessings to you and family.
Fondly,
Debby Booth


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Judy Kimbley

June 27, 2020

Ron, I was so sad to learn of Cissy's passing. She was such a beautiful and gracious lady. I loved her smile and the warmth she exuded when in her presence. You were both were such dear friends to my parents, Bill and Betty Booth. I know your loss must be overwhelming. My condolences to your whole family. May God comfort you at this time as only He can. My thoughts and prayers are surely with you all.

Barbara Bletzer

June 27, 2020

God bless your mom Patty our thoughts and prayers are with you

Barbara - Weaver Criscuoli

June 27, 2020

Dear Ron and family, Cris and I send our deepest sympathy. I'm so glad to have seen both of you at the 50th reunion of Holy Name HS, Henderson KY. Cissy was a special lady. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Jim and Linda Ivey

June 27, 2020

Dear Mike, Shannon and Sullivan family, We are so sorry for your loss. Cissy was such a precious little lady.

Charlie Steele

June 27, 2020

Mr. Sullivan and family,
Sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing Mrs. Sullivan and you whenever visiting my family. The beautiful picture captures the spirit of a beautiful lady.

Billy&Patty Booth

June 27, 2020

So sorry for the loss of Sissy she was a wonderful person know you are in our thoughts an prayers

Gary and Karen Jarboe

June 27, 2020

Dear Ron and Family,
We send our love to you as you celebrate the life of Cissy. We have so many memories of this special lady. We were blessed to call her our friend.

francis sullivan

June 27, 2020

Aunt Cissy was a welcome addition to the Sullivan Clan back here in Rhode Island. We always enjoyed listening to her Kentucky accent which was so foreign to us. Her love of her family was obvious and her spirituality shone through to all. Our deepest condolences to Uncle Ron and her three children, their spouses, and her grand children. She will be sorely missed. Nephew Sully and Nancy

Kathy and David Holder

June 26, 2020

So very sorry for the loss of Mrs Sullivan. She was such a classy kind person. Prayers for all the family.

Jolly Hayden

June 26, 2020

Such a classy lady. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless you all!

Jeannine ONan

June 26, 2020

Love and prayers from the remnants of the Holy Name Class of 1953.

Betsy Dixon

June 26, 2020

Cissy was my dearest Friend since 1964. She has always stood by me and i know and love all her family. My love to each one. Love, Betsy

Steve/Katie Wolnitzek

June 26, 2020

Cissy was always a delight to be with. A wonderful lady. Deepest condolences to Ron who has lost a true partner.

Jerry Moore

June 26, 2020

Michael & Sullivan Family,

So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Prayers for you and your family.

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