Photo courtesy of Rivet Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. - Merrimack
Merrimack, New Hampshire
Aug 12, 1942 – Sep 18, 2024
Irene Elizabeth Sullivan enjoyed a peaceful departure from this world during her sleep, in her home of 51 years in Merrimack, NH. Her life was marked by her devotion to her children and love of her parish, Our Lady of Mercy.
She was born August 12,1942 in Staten Island, NY, daughter of Margaret LaPoint and William Sullivan. She married in NY and moved her young family to Merrimack, where her home soon became the place where all the kids on the street came to play. Irene loved making pizza, feeding the birds, writing cards, and cheering on all the Boston sports teams. She retired as a secretary from Kollsman Instruments but her favorite job by far was making deliveries for the Merrimack Flower Shop.
Always willing to give up her time, she spent many of her days volunteering for school and parish activities. Wherever a helping hand was needed, Irene showed up. She cherished her yearly summer vacation to Lake Bomoseen, Vermont, especially when she got to see firework displays. She was happiest, however, while taking care of her two grandsons and her grand dog Looch. Irene had a simple guide for life, trusting in the Lord.
She is survived by her children, John Rasmussen, Virginia Rasmussen, Richard Rasmussen, Michael Rasmussen and his spouse Barbara Davis; her grandsons Thomas Miller and Joseph Miller; and her brother Donald Sullivan. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Monica Sullivan and many wonderful nieces and nephews. Along with her parents she was pre-deceased by three siblings, Vincent Sullivan, Lawrence Sullivan, and Virginia Walsh.
Visitation hours will be held at the Rivet Funeral Home, 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack NH on Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 4 – 7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 16 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 9:30 AM with burial to follow in Last Rest Cemetery.
For her love of animals, if friends desire to make a donation in Irene's honor please visit https://www.homewardboundanimals.org/donate/
Read MoreI’m going to miss Irene’s calls when ever we had bad weather down here in SC,She would always call to see if I was okay She was such a good woman. My wife was a good friend of hers growing up I’m Joe Modzelewski from South Carolina Im so sorry for your loss
Joe Modzelewskl
October 09, 2024 | Columbia South Carolina | Friend
I have been trying to get a hold of her for months now. I was so hoping you were just ill. I know you are with our Lord now. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend to me. Love you my Irish friend......Fil
Filomena De Luca
September 30, 2024 | Newnan, GA | Friend
I,ve known your mother for many,many years. I use to work with her at middle school cafeteria.thats a long tome ago..your mother was a very kind and generous person. We would meet often while grocery shopping. We would chat for some time. I,m sure you will it’s her very much. My deepest sympathy..
Pat Howe
September 29, 2024 | Friend
Rest in peace, Irene. Thank you for the laughs and joy you shared with everyone.
Sue Morse
September 26, 2024 | Coworker
My deepest sympathies to Irene's family. She was truly a beautiful and prayerful person. Her presence at Our Lady of Mercy will be greatly missed.
Ann Vey
September 26, 2024 | Merrimack, NH | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
carol M mercier
September 26, 2024 | Merrimack, NH | Acquaintance
Our our thoughts and sympathy are with the Sullivan Families. Irene was such a joy to be around. She was always smiling and brought new happy heights to our days. Enjoyed talking about the Bruins when we were together. Irene will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Rest in Peace Irene!
Mark and Sherri Bailey
September 26, 2024 | Merrimack, NH | Friend
I cannot express how much love I have for this woman. She was a light to everyone who met her and I’m grateful to say she supported me and provided me guidance whenever it was needed. She will be missed.
Megan Colby-Caron
September 26, 2024 | Litchfield, NH | Coworker
Such a ray of sunshine! We laughed and laughed! We worked together for many years at Kollsman. Wonderful woman! RIP Irene May God Bless you.
Sharon Buswell
September 25, 2024 | Manchester, NH | Friend
