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GRETCHEN SULLIVAN Obituary

SULLIVAN, Gretchen S. (Smith) Of Norfolk, formerly of Newton Lower Falls, September 29, 2019, age 55. Beloved wife of Gerard P. Sullivan. Loving mother of Brinley Sullivan of Brighton and Nate Sullivan of San Jose, California. Devoted daughter of Katharine M. (Mullin) Smith of Franklin and the late Paul L. Smith. Cherished sister of Karen MacCormack of Cohasset and Hilary Smith of Millis. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Gretchen's Life Celebration on Thursday from 4 to 8 PM and Friday from 9 to 9:20 AM in the James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home, 48 Common Street, WALPOLE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Jude's Church, 86 Main Street, Norfolk on Friday at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in the Norfolk Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Town of Norfolk (note: The Gretchen S. Sullivan Memorial Math Fund), c/o Business Office, 70 Boardman Street, Norfolk, MA 02056. Delaney Funeral Home www.delaneyfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 1 to Oct. 2, 2019.

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Elaine & Steve

September 25, 2022

I still miss hearing your voice on your in our neighborhood Dear Gretchen! Your legacy lives on in your two wonderful & amazing grown children! God Bless! Love, The Gaetani´s

THE FAMILY

hilary Smith

March 20, 2020

Gretchen ,
I think of you everyday . I miss your sweet smile and kindness. You were the best sister In the world .
Hope you are looking down from heaven . Please know that you will never be forgotten. You are in my heart ❤ forever and I will always be there for Gerry and the kids!
Love ,
Hilly

hilary Smith

March 18, 2020

Amy Citarell

October 9, 2019

Loved Gretchen. She could read a room and just know who needed her. Amazing teacher in every way. I only just found out about her passing. Sending much love to Jerry, Brin and Nate and all who loved her, because she was easy to love. xox

Laura Barrows

October 3, 2019

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of the beloved Mrs. Sullivan. She was my daughter's Math specialist and both daughter's instructor at the Math Camp. ALways so kind and friendly. We are very saddened by her loss. Much love to her Family-husband and children and relatives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She is missed.

Sarah Newcom

October 3, 2019

Mrs. Sullivan, AKA Mrs. Math, touched the lives of each of my three girls during her time at HOD. Even after years had passed she would still inquire about each of them, which of course, touched me more than I can express. When my middle child was in pre-k and I was there with my infant for a conference, she came in saying "Give me that baby, I need to hold that baby", and she did, for my entire conference time. I will always remember her smile and kindness, as will my girls. Thank you for sharing her with so many. Much love, The Newcom Family, especially Claire, Lauren and Sophia

Elaine Gaetani

October 3, 2019

A bright light has gone out in our neighborhood! May you rest in eternal light & peace dear Gretchen! Thank you for Being such a good neighbor! Love, The Gaetani's

Patricia Russo

October 3, 2019

Dear Aunt Kathy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your 3 beautiful little girls but sadly never knew them as adults. Please know that my family and I have you , your family and Gretchen in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Patti Miller Russo from Peoria, Illinois ( My Mom was Claire Smith Miller, Uncle Paul's oldest sister)

hilary Smith

October 3, 2019

Gretchen was the best sister in the world ! She was was champion , my rock and always there when I needed her . She fought a tough battle . She was one of a kind . Thank you to all the staff at mass general hospital who helped her during chemo . She loved her acupuncturist Hugo !

Tracy and Billy Bausch

October 2, 2019

Gretchen's positive and uplifting personality will be missed. When she walked by our house with Lucy she always stopped to say hello with a kind spirit and a friendly, beautiful smile.
Sending loving and healing thoughts to the Sullivan family.
Much love, The Bausch Family

Elaine Gaetani

October 1, 2019

Our hearts go out to our next door neighbors The Sullivan family in the loss of their beloved Gretchen. She will be sorely missed. May her bright spirit & generous heart be a source of comfort to you. With Love, Steve & Elaine Gaetani

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Celebration of Life

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home

48 Common Street, Walpole, MA 02081

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Celebration of Life

9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

James H. Delaney & Son Funeral Home

48 Common Street, Walpole, MA 02081

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Saint Jude's Church

86 Main Street, Norfolk, MA

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