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Niles Dion
June 17, 2013
I have been with Kevin's daughter Jaime Sullivan for over 5+ years and we have a beautiful daughter together. We live in a house that Kevin built in the 80's and I feel he is watching. I have heard so many story's and I wish I met Jaime earlier so I had the pleasure to meet Kevin. Everything I have heard says he demanded respect, was loyal, hard working and was fun and loving. I would do anything to have met him, but still have hope some day I will. Until then, I will strive to make him proud.
Niles Dion
Shannon Corderiro
August 17, 2006
Kevin, i wish that i got the opportunity to meet you. I have been lucky enough to meet your family and to be with Buddy. You would be so proud of him. He is smart, driven and has a good head on his shoulders. I become more impressed with him each day. He has become an amazing man because of all that you and Kathy have done for him. I honestly wish i could have met you and spent time with you. I hear stories about you all of the time. Sounds like we would have gotten along great. Also, let me just tell you what a difference your daughter, Alicia, has made in my life. She is one of the kindest, sweetest and compasionate people I have ever met. You have wonderful children and family. They make you feel right at home. Know that you are thought of often and were loved so much by so many. You seemed to have made quite the impression on people. You will always be talked about and thought of.
Shannon
Carl & Laurie Oley
April 25, 2006
We did not know the Sullivan Family personally, but did have the pleasure of meeting Kevin, Steve, Kevin Jr., and "Shoe" as they worked on our addition back in June 2005. We are deeply saddened to here of Kevin's passing. He was a very personable and reliable contractor. Our hearts go out to all of the Sullivan Family.
Allan and Susan Jussaume
April 15, 2006
Dear Dottie, Bill, and all the family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother and family member Kevin. May the memmories that each of you hold of Kevin help to lighten your hearts at this time of loss. Always remember that all you need do is whisper his name and his Spirit will be by your side. We will keep Kevin and all his large, loving family in our prayers. Many blessings. Sincerely, Susan and Allan Jussaume
Wendy (Beeman) Slepian
April 15, 2006
Oh to be surrounded by a large Irish Catholic family, supportive friends, to live in service to others and to be admired by all around you. Such was Kevin's blessing. Your loss is heaven's gain.
With most sincere sympathy.
Susan Beeman-Hollins
April 14, 2006
To All the Sullivans,
So sorry to hear about Kevin, it's been many years since seeing him, but will always remember his bright smile when he came around his mother's house. Think of all of you often and many fond memories from spending time on Livingston Street. Love to all,
Susan Beeman
John F. Sullivan III
April 8, 2006
To Aunt Kathy and family,
This is a poem i felt like posting, when I saw that Diane Mackey posted her poem.
I wrote it after school in the library about 2 days after kevins passing, I know im not the best in English but I hope you all like it.
O’ Kevin…
The Good times have come,
And the good times have passed
We all just wish,
That they could last.
While I wish you were here
I know that your not,
And I promise I’ll cling
To all the lessons you taught.
I truly admire,
All the people you touched,
And even though,
They may be crushed,
The great memories you left them,
Which they’ll hold to their hearts,
Like precious gems.
I don’t think you knew
How much you meant to them
So just let me say
That a huge part of them is gone,
It’s unbearable the amount of grief
We have all undergone.
One lesson you taught me is how to golf.
Thanks to you and to my fathers dismay,
It’s amazing all the progress I’ve made,
I have no slice not even a fade.
You wanted a rematch with my dad this year,
Dad and Garrett will have it someday,
When my short game is back
And instead of you
Hopefully I could play.(maybe);)
I’ll play my best,
I’ll play like you( minus the bets)
For the fun,
And with a smile,
My god, how much we wish just to be with you.
To me it seemed like,
You could hit that ball a mile.
Now when I think of that
I seem to get quiet for a while.
But in the end we must move on
Because in our hearts your not really gone.
You never dwelled on the past
You lived your life to the fullest
You lived your life,
Like anyones dream,
Your life is and will be envied by all.
This poem I wrote to say,
Good bye my to a dear friend,
No one is sent to earth to stay,
Good bye Uncle Kevin,
We hope to see you again some day.
Raquel Edelen
April 6, 2006
Jaime and Mom,
When my Uncle Lloyd passed away I was sitting on a boat on Big Lake and it was a gray day. I remember
that suddenly the sun peeked through and it was so bright and beautiful that my sons and I thought great the day is going to turn out beautiful. But as quickly as I thought that the clouds covered the sun again. About 1/2 hour later I received the phone call that my beloved Uncle had passed away. I like to tell myself at that very moment that God opened up the door to Heaven to let my Uncle come on in. I want you know
every time the day is dreary and the sun peeks out, or something makes you smile when you aren't looking for it that will be your dad. He will help you smile, he will warm when you feel chilled and he will always be your strength. Look at all the people that loved him by all of these beautiful messages. Those same people love you too. God Bless you and your family, Jaime.
Gary McIntyre
April 6, 2006
Dear Jaime and family,
May your sorrow soon fade, your heart gently heal, and may all of your tears be tickled away by the precious memories of special moments and smiles shared.
God Bless you and your family.
April 5, 2006
so sorry for your loss
Diane Mackey
April 3, 2006
He Lived His Life So Well
Every man should be as lucky
to live the life he did,
Full of love from friends and family
His wife, his pets, his kids
He married his one and only love
An adoring and gorgeous wife,
Throughout the years, their love just grew
And she enhanced his life
He fathered three beautiful children
Two daughters and a son,
They loved their dad with all they had,
And he glowed with pride in each one.
His grandkids kept him beaming,
The apples of his eye,
So fun to love and care for
There was nothing he'd deny
His friends were a great asset
All loyal, strong, and true,
So many good times he shared with them
With laughter you couldn't subdue.
He left us with great memories
He was kind and showed he cared
We are all so blessed to have known him
And all the laughter with us that he shared
He had it all, he did it all,
His time he didn't waste
He golfed, he loved, he laughed, he played
It was the good life he embraced
How can we feel such sadness
And in our sorrow dwell
We should remember him with joy
Because he lived his life so well.
Diane Mackey
3/27/06
Jaime Sullivan
March 31, 2006
I wanted to thank everyone for all of the flowers, food, cards, and kind words. This last week has been the hardest week of my familys life. My mother could not have made it through this last week with out the support from all of you.
My mom & dad are everything to me and to have my dad taken away so suddenly...there are no words to describe the pain. My mom will never be the same...she has lost her soulmate, her best friend, the most wonderful husband and the most honorable loving father. The love they shared was an inspiration to many...especially me. They are my idols and my mentors. I lost a part of my heart when I received the most dreaded call from my mother early Monday morning...I didn't think I could make it home. It was like being in a time warp during the 14 hours it took me to get to Florida.
All of us have hurt so much. All of my Uncles and Aunts lost a wonderful brother. Grammy lost one of her 14 children. Friends and family lost their friend, business partner, and golf buddy..the pain is unbearable but we are all sticking together and holding onto to all the wonderful memories of my dad.
The last time I had seen my father was in September of last year. The pain of walking into my home or Grandmothers house without the sound of my Dads voice is heartbreaking. He would always be giving me a hard time about one of my latest stories...car accidents...business trips...moose/animal encounters..you name it - he always called me on it...and of course shared it with the family. I deeply miss our weekly calls of talking about the weather...its was always nice where he was in florida and he would love to compare it to the arctic area I was living...or new Meg and A.D. stories...and of course stories of what words came out of the grand kids - Christopher and Mikeys mouth...and how little Kelly was trying to mimic them. No one can tell a story like my dad. It will never be the same.
My dad lived 85 years of life into 52 years. I still feel that he was cheated...but there is nothing I can do. He provided everything he could to his family and also to everyone around him. It was such a tribute to see the thousands of friends and family attend his wake. I think my dad was laughing at the fact that he held up traffic once again on main street..and it didn't involve a car accident. My dad was truely blessed with a wonderful family and friends and I feel that all of us were blessed to have him in our lives.
I want to say that I am really proud of my little brother Buddy in stepping right up to the plate and taking charge of being the man of the house. He has suffered so much from the loss of our Dad but he is determined to make my Dad proud. He has had his challenges in the past...but he is determined to succeed. I love you Buddy!
My older sister Alicia....she is Aunty Barb Sullivan Jr.! She made majority of the phone calls...funeral arrangements...she is unbelievable! She is keeping everything together and running her household! Joe - she couldn't do it with out you! I love you both!
On behalf of my mother I thank all of you for your kind words in the hundreds of cards we received, and beautiful flower arrangements. Thank you for all of your support!
Cheers-
Jaime (aka - D.Q....that's for you Alicia)
Philip&lynne Scannell
March 31, 2006
I have spent this past week just thinking how fast time goes by and how busy we all get in our own lives,I was thinking of my first days as a Tewksbury Resident in 1975 or so going with Jackie to his younger brothers house on Chandler St.and meeting his young family,(might have been the first Couple I had met that had a child)Then the move to Overlook Dr.where we continued to "Drop By" with the crew from Tewksbury,Kevin was always busy siding with Joey and Kath with the kids,and getting the house in shape,those times I remember so well and thank all of the Sullivans for including me in there lives,I have kept all of you in my thoughts this past week and will continue.Best to Kath&the entire Sullivan Clan! Phil
Nicole Farrell
March 30, 2006
Dear Kathy and family,I continue day after day reading all the thoughts and prayers from your family and friends,in this guest book.I was on our airline employee bus when I heard the news.I must say,I to can not stop thinking about your family and what you are going through.I didn't know Kevin but,I can still remember Kathy talking about him 11 years ago during our intial training.She spoke so fondly of him..My heart aches for you all.Kevin sounded like a truly remarkable man..How lucky we are when we are loved by someone so very special.Thinking of you-------Nikki Farrell and family
Joan Brown
March 30, 2006
Dear kathy,alicia,Jamie,&Buddy&alltheGra
ndchildren My heart goes out to you at the loss of Kevin. Iknow how special he was to you &how much his family ment to him.You are in my thoughts & prayer's always. Love you all, Auntie Joan
Tom & Toshiko Rueter
March 30, 2006
Jaime and family,
The news was a blow. Although we had not known your father, a part of him was in knowing you. We hope after the initial pain you are now feeling for your loss, the strong memory of your father will give you all strength to follow his success in family, friendships and business. We look forward to your continued friendship and hope, where ever you may go, you will find the strengths which he had and carry them on. By the way, Spring is almost here in Alaska
Michele Inman
March 29, 2006
Jaime,
I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family at your time of loss. I can not imagine losing my father. I know we have only known each other for a very short time but the connection we made was real. Please, feel free to call me or write anytime you need someone to lean on. I too have lost loved ones and know the devastation that is felt and the loss that is very real. I know you will carry on his legacy in your spirit. Good tidings to you. Remember to let yourself grieve (even if it means stopping what you are doing or pulling the car over etc.) Only you know what was lost and will never be replaced in your heart.
Michele Inman
Beverly Harrison
March 29, 2006
His smile is from our vision gone,
A voice we loved is stilled;
A place is vacant in our hearts,
That never can be filled.
May the God of love and mercy,
Care for your loved one who is gone;
And bless his friends and family,
Those left to carry on.
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I'm very sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there for you but it sounds like you have a wonderful family and support system to help you through, for that I'm grateful. Family is very important in this world. Jaime has become my family up here and I know if Kevin was anything like her, I'd have been proud to have been his friend and apart of his family.
Alicia Menchi
March 28, 2006
I have to say it was very difficult for me to read these entries. Everyone keeps saying I'm the "glue" or the "rock", yet I feel like a pile of nothing without my dad. Dad was never one to express his emotions, don't get me wrong you'd know when he was mad, but was never a mushy person. Yet he always let you know just how important you were to him. It's been a week now since he's gone and I still wake up every morning waiting for my phone to ring with him on the other end telling me what papers needed to be typed, what bills had to be paid and then asking to talk to the kids to tell them he'd be over with chocolate donuts on Sunday morning. I love my father more than words can ever say and I think about him constantly. I'll never be the same without him, he was my mentor, my rock, my glue. Now I have to try and pick up where he left off and hold my family together, be strong for them. I can honestly say this is the hardest thing I've ever had to do, and I feel lost and need him now more than ever and he's not here and that makes me so mad, so sad, words can't express how lost I truly am without my daddy. Every day I look at my kids and can't believe that their Grampy is gone, how will they manage without him? Who's going to give my husband a hard time and have the most fun doing it? I listened to Dad's last bet, and couldn't listen to the entire thing it hurt so much. I guess what keeps me going is knowing how humbled dad is to see just how important he was to everyone, how much he will truly be missed and just how much we all loved him. So I guess I have to keep on being the rock, and I have some pretty big shoes to fill, and that scares me so much. I am just so thankful that we have such a loving family, we're always there whenever anyone needs anything. I've never been more proud to be a Sullivan, especially Kevin Sullivan's daughter.
Jim Biewener
March 28, 2006
I was visiting Nora from California the first time I met Kevin. There was some banging on the outsdide of the house and I went to see what it was. There was Kevin, ladder in hand, tool belt around his waist, and a replacement window on the back of his truck. He simply said, "hi I'm Kevin, Nora's handyman". With the extension of a carpneter's hand, a friendship was created with a simple handshake.
Starting a new life, on a new coast, is a challenge that few New Englanders get to experience. Making new friends, while leaving a lifetime of others behind, was much harder than I anticipated. So much of Nora's social life centered around the Long Meadow Gold Club. It was difficult for me to fit in her crowd. With the acception of the handshake I shared with Kevin. When I walked in to the "club" I was instantly greeted by that laughter, those eyes, and the warm aura of the King holding court. No matter who was around or where he was in a story, he always had time to extend that familiar bond, put his arm around me and make me feel like I was the only one in the room. But it was always those eyes that put such a comfort over me. As I worked around town and crossed paths with Kevin, it was always the comfort of seeing a friend and knowing he will always be there, which left me with that familiar "good" feeling.
As we have been updating an old house over the years, doing what I can with a limited southern California handyman ability. Whenver a challenge beacame too difficult, Nora called Kevin and he was always there. I know he was busy and had a hundred other more profitable things he could be doing but he always came. And when he finished a job well done, he left a bill that I swear never even covered the materials. His handshake and smiling eyes will forever keep our lives warm through our replacement windows.
Kevin, you were my first friend in Massachusetts. As I speak for my wife Nora, it is through tear filled eyes that I say goodbye for now. I will see you again, holding court in the heavens as God and his angels share a laugh at one of your many stories. And I will have come home to a familiar handshake from a carpenter's hands.
Rakesh Shah
March 28, 2006
Dear Kathy, Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family on the passing of Kevin. Kevin was a true gentleman, he will always be remembered. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Should you need anything, please do not hesitate to call.
Rakesh, Tina and Bindi
Kelly Nangle
March 28, 2006
Kathy, Harvey and Michelle, and the rest of the family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I cannot put into words what am I feeling for you at this time. What I can do is tell you what a great guy I found Kevin to be. No matter how anyones day was going he alwasy found a way to make it a little bit brighter. I always got a little more pep in my step, while working at the Meadow, when Kevin came off the course or just in for a glass of wine before going out to dinner. He would always know what to say and when to say it to make me laugh and anyone else for that matter.
Kevin is one person that i will never forget. But i also know that the day i need a hug, his great big bear hug is the first thing i am going to remember. Kathy my deepest symphathy goes out to you and your family. But we all know his spirit will live on and be around us always.....
Sincerely,
Kelly
Brian Barry
March 27, 2006
Dear Kathy and Family,
Throughout the last eight years I had gotten to know Kevin very well. He is truly one of the nicest and most generous men I have ever met. He always brought with him a warm spirit and a smile. I am very sorry for your loss. Kevin may no longer be with us but his spirit will live on forever.
Tommy Raras
March 27, 2006
Dear Kathy and family I am terribly sorry for the loss of Kevin. I looked up to him like an uncle. He was one of the best and will never be forgotten.
LeAnn (D'Avanzo) Kahl
March 27, 2006
Dear Kathy and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of someone who by all accounts was a wonderful husband and father. I hope the memories you share help sustain you during this time. I will cherish the memories I have of Kevin from so many years ago.
Pattie Prince Zube
March 27, 2006
Dear Kathy and family,
The entire Prince family extends its sympathy to the Sullivans. We can't even begin to fathom the depth of your pain. My father, brothers and husband enjoyed Kevin at the club and will miss him very much. He was a unique gift to this world. Our prayers go out to you in your sorrow. May God bless you all and give you the strength, hope and love to endure.
Love and peace from a classmate,
Mark and Kim (Barrelle) Sheehan
March 27, 2006
Kathy and family, Barbara & Jack, Harvey & Michelle and all,
Our deepest sympathies to you all. You're all in our thoughts and prayers.
David Parisi
March 27, 2006
To Kathy and family,
My deepest sympathy over your loss, and our loss. Kevin touched the hearts of many, and made a difference in this world. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Therese (Peterson) Snodgrass
March 27, 2006
I was a classmate my sympathies are with the family. I lost my husband two years ago and know the pain. Keep pushing forward and never forget the "Good Memories" you all have they are priceless.
Eric Roux
March 26, 2006
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. I will always remember his smile and never anything but a positive word from his mouth. "Sully" was a close friend of my brother but somehow he made everyone feel like a close friend when you saw him. I am sure he is smiling down on all of us!
Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Eric Roux
Terri Lynn Sullivan (Mumley)
March 26, 2006
My cousin Kevin was one of a kind....He quite literally exuded happiness.....Somehow, just being around him brought feelings of joy and contentment. His wit and laughter was infectious and could light up a room.
God Bless to Kathy, Alicia, Jaime, Buddy, Aunt Jeanette, and all my cousins, Aunts and Uncles.
Patrick Sullivan
March 26, 2006
To Kathy and the Sullivan Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Karen (Sullivan) Fraser
March 25, 2006
Kathy, you know how much you mean to "The Chester Sullivan" family. You are in! Somewhere between another blonde sister, and a beloved friend. You and Kevin were and always will be our favorites. You have a special place in the heart of "Uncle Chester and Aunt Marti"....and we know you feel the same way about us. It's amazing, but not surprizing that you two never got cut from the A list! Kathy, you know how we feel. We love you so much!!
Some of my best memories are from way back when Kevin joked about not being sure he should "Let Fraser into the family"....and after one afternoon at Harvey and Michelle's, a few cocktails, and some giggling on the deck....Well, let's just say, they clicked! How about Terri's Wedding in Vermont? We never stopped laughing! Kevin and Neal's humor was hysterical! What were they saying anyways?? They seemed to be mumbling! And then there's Longmeadow. God, a day didn't go by that I didn't get both a hug, and some good humored razing from Kevin. His nickname for me was "Cousin Healthy". Kevin has always been my favorite "older" cousin....but in the last 5 years, getting to know him at the club, and seeing how much he was loved by everyone, made this day even harder..... bittersweet. Kevin was "THE MEMBER" of the Longmeadow Family. The "Captain" of that ship. The guy who lite up the room with his Irish Eyes, and boyish grin. He loved "Kat" so much, and missed her when she flew, but he would settle into his "second home", surrounded by his wonderful "Longmeadow Family". I can't imagine the course and clubhouse without him. Keith Caples said it right, we'll have to hug and raze each other to help fill the void! I want to thank all the exceptional people of the club, who carried us all through this horrible week. Kevin was stolen from us, way to fast. We felt your loss, AND felt your support. To Bobby, Al and Julia, there are no words, only love. Let's all hang in there together. As we say in Yoga class,
Namaste (My spirit honors yours)
Roy Fabila
March 25, 2006
Sullivan family,
It's been a long time since i've seen Kevin but I have many awesome memories of spending time with him and learning from him. Although I wanted to be a fire fighter when I was younger I went the other way and am a Police Officer. He is still in my memories of all he did for people and for his family. He was and always will be a great man. I miss you all.
Love Always, Roy
Kathy Hanbury
March 25, 2006
To Kathy and the Sullivan Family:
I am so sorry to hear about Kevin. He was a great guy and friend and everybody loved to be around him. When he walked into the room I knew that my day would be brighter. West Palm Beach Country Club will not be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. God bless, Kathy
Dan Donovan
March 25, 2006
Sullivan Family.......my sympathy goes out to your family.......Kevin was a great guy....i have alot of good memories from playing softball with & against him, always alot of laughs and cold beer!!!!......from one firefighter to another "Rest in Peace Brother".........Dan Donovan
Kathy Breen
March 25, 2006
Every encounter with Kevin Sullivan was a pleasant experience; he was a funny, smart and thoughtful person. He was also the consummate professional, an excellent contractor. We extend our deepest condolences to his wife and children. May you have strength and courage in the upcoming months of challenges and great adjustments and peacefulness in the knowledge that you will one day be with Kevin again. Most sincerely, Kathy and Tom Breen
David Donahue
March 25, 2006
To Kathy and family, Its says alot about a man when not only does the family mourn his passing but a WHOLE town and beyond feel your pain with you. Working at the club I have met alot of people. I can not think of any person there that smiled more than Kevin(it was infectious,wasn't it). He spent alot of time golfing so I was fortunate enough to see Kevin alot out there. He was always in a match,winning or losing, he always made a point to say something good about the course to me.I could count on having a smile on my face whenever I finished talking to him.I am honored to have memories of him to look back to. I feel for people that never get to know a man like Kevin. There aren't to many like him in the world.I know his spirit for life will stay with us all forever.He will be missed.
Joey Miller
March 25, 2006
To the Sullivan Family:
I am so sorry to hear about Kevin. He was a great guy and everybody loved to be around him. I know Long Meadow will not be the same without him.
Mike Richard
March 24, 2006
Kathy,
The prayers of the Richard family are with you and the kids during this sorrowful time.
March 24, 2006
Monday morning the news broke, "Kevin Sullivan has passed away." I'll bet the phone companies could hardly keep up with the calls. He was just 52 years young. In his 52 years of life he managed to earn many different titles. To my best friend, her sister, and her brother he was "Dad". To her mom he was her husband, her best friend, and her sole mate. He was grampy and sometimes Bob to his 3 grandchildren. He was a son, #4 of 14, an uncle, a brother, a cousin, a father-in-law, and a son-in-law, he was a fireman and EMT, and yes he was a hero. Over the past few days, I've read and heard many different phrases about the kind of person he was. He was cool like the Fonz, He was a great golfer, and of course the nicest and the funniest guy around, he was everyones best friend. I've heard how sad everyone is to lose such a wonderful man. It's so sad for the family and his very closest friends. I hear how much he will be missed from the tones in people's voices. I've also heard the really important things, things that meant so much to him. Like his brothers and his son-in-law pulling together to keep up with things for the business. His mom, opening her home to everyone so they can come and talk of him, his daughter who traveled from Alaska back home, loosing her luggage on the way and still managing to keep her chin up and be there for her mom. A son, trying to feed the cranes as his dad did while running from them afraid of being bite. A wife so sad and so hurt, wishing she could have done more, and his oldest daughter saying, "I have to be the strong one, I am the glue." The glue that will hold us together, and help us to get thru this. When you stop and listen to the words being spoken and the actions being taken. You come to realize, this is Kevin. It's Kevin in all of you. He'd be the first person to lend a hand, make light of a difficult situation, and laugh about it until it hurts . He was the glue, he was all of these things and he has now passed all of these very specail traits onto his family, his wife, and his children. These are traits that will carry on for generations to come. In his name, and in his honor. Even in death Kevin keeps on giving, because that is who he was and who he would want all of you to be. Know that he is in all of you and will be with you forever and ever.
Tom Saunders
March 24, 2006
To the Sullivan Family:
I am sending my condolences to the family that meant so much to my father Gene Saunders, a police officer under the command of Kevin's father Chief Sullivan. I give you my deepest sympathy and prayers in this time of your loss.
WILLIAM & DOROTHY CALLAHAN
March 24, 2006
TO THE SULLIVAN FAMILY
& HARVEY & MICHELE
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. GOD BLESS YOU ALL WITH THE STRENGTH TO GET THROUGH THIS.
Joe Miller
March 24, 2006
Kath and Family:
From our family to yours, deepest sympathies... Having caddied for his Dad the Chief, I came to know "Arms" later in life....Kevin made the Chief proud as he was always great to the kids at Longmeadow... He lit up any room he entered.... A true gentleman...
Joe Miller
Jeremy McSorley
March 24, 2006
Jack,
Darlene and I would like to send our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very sad time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely Jeremy & Darlene.
Judy Revelas
March 24, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, father, and brother. Kevin completed a project on my house last fall. He was wonderful, prompt, fair, and honest. I am also a recent widow and desperately needed someone I could rely on to do the job properly. He was certainly the right man for the job! He will be missed. I didn't realize until I read his obituary in the Lowell Sun how well known he was in the area. He touch many lives and left many fond memories.
Friend of a Friend
March 24, 2006
To The Sullivan Family,
I feel compelled to offer my condolences even though I never even met Kevin. I have heard his name many times through various chapters, wether it be his building, his reationships at LMCC, the Elks, or the fact that he was a Sullivan or a Sheehan or a Doherty, names synonimous with big close knit families from Tewksbury.
I am one of seven, I lost my Mother much the same way you lost your Dad almost three years ago to the day. She was everything to our family just as I'm sure your Dad was to yours. As you mourn, the big family you have will serve you well. Lean on each other for each day one more fond memory replaces a tear until you cry no more. He lives in all of you, he always has, this is and always be his lasting legacy. Kevin is most certainly gone too soon and from exprience I know how much you will miss him. Our circle of life tricks us and tests us at times like this, but as a parent I pray every night that my Children out live me, because I know now I can handle the rest. I wish you all the comfort you can find in your memories and one another.
Bill & Eileen Daly
March 24, 2006
Kathy and Family, We are so saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. Kev was a great friend for many years, and, will continue to be with us for years to come. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Kathy and Rick McClellan
March 24, 2006
We think it says something that whenever we loose a Sullivan the whole town is saddened by it. Kevin was just like his dad, a great person and a wonderful friend. Thanks to all of you for sharing them with all of us. Love Kathy, Rick, Kiley and Adam
Richard Proulx
March 24, 2006
To the Sullivan Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss
Keith Caples
March 24, 2006
For my friend Kathy Sullivan and her family
Hi Kathy and family,
I am not able to say this to you, so I'll write it down.
I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. However, I can tell you how lucky I have been- we all have been- for having known your husband and father. Those of us attending services, or reading or writing letters on-line have been the lucky ones, because we GET IT, the fact that we shared time, spent time, and knew one of the best people in our lives.
If you knew Kevin as a friend, he was your best friend; that's just the way he made us all feel. If he gave you a piece of him, even a piece of his mind, you got a big piece . That's just the way he was. If you were at a good party and Kevin showed up, it became a great party. Wherever you were, whatever you were doing, work or play, he just made it better. With his wit, his effort, his undeniable presence, he somehow made everything right.
He could turn a couple of drinks at "the club" into a social event. A Friday afternoon match felt like the US open; a dinner out felt like a banquet. We will always miss these times, but we will continue to share these memories and feeling. As long as we do that, Kevin will always be with us. So for all of us at the funeral home, church, or cemetary: Understand Kevin is in all of us, and to get another hug from him is to turn to the person beside you and hug the kindest, funniest, hardest, fairest, toughest, warmest, coolest and most loving man who we have all been lucky enough to know.
Kathy, thank you for sharing him with us, and thank you for being the woman you are, so he could be the man he was.
Kevin's friend,
Keith
Joe & Sandy DeLucia
March 24, 2006
To the Sullivan family, We were deeply saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. He was a good and honest man and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Bob and Debbie Mackey
March 24, 2006
Kathy,
We are very saddened by the loss of Kevin. Our hearts go out to you and your family. This terrible tradgedy has brought back many memories of the good times with you and kevin at our home on Edgewood Rd.. He will be missed and remembered always.
Maura Quinn
March 24, 2006
Dear Kat and Family,
Kevin will always hold a special place in my heart! I will always remember his laughter and kind words to all. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Love, Maura
John Sullivan
March 23, 2006
In thinking of uncle Kevin and in how many friends and family members their are i created a website in which we can share stories picture and prayers, just as in here. I just felt that I should be productive with my spare time and show Aunt Kathy how much Kevin ment to me- how much he ment to all of us. Heres the site www.freewebs.com/screwball2414
Caitlin Barry
March 23, 2006
Dear Kathy,
Im sorry for your loss. Kevin was an amazing person, one I will never forget. He always put a smile on my face down at the club. "Kevi" has always been my favorite, and will continue to be forever. He will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Take care kathy. Love, Caitlin
Love, Jen Boyce
March 23, 2006
Sull, I am so sorry about your dad. He was a great man and will always be within our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Marli & Arthur Piccolo
March 23, 2006
To the Sullivan Family:
We were saddened to hear of Kevin's sudden passing. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Sandi (Patenaude) Strohman
March 23, 2006
Dear Kathy, I was so saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. His death is a true tragedy...only the good die young! Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Justin Mackey
March 23, 2006
Kathy, Alisha, Jaime, and Buddy,
I'm very sorry to hear about Kevin. He was a great man and I always had alot of respect for him. We will all miss him.
Justin and Sara Mackey
Michael & Patty (Burris) Dascoli
March 23, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
Michael Geary
March 23, 2006
Thoughts and prayers of the entire Geary Family are with your entire family
Greg Doyle
March 23, 2006
As I get older, I realize that my best friends - my only friends - are the ones I respect. Kevin was always honorable and fair, and in that way I will not forget him. He was far too young, but he has engrained himself on me for me forever, and he will always have my respect.
June and Bob Fowler
March 23, 2006
Dear Kathy,Alicia,Jaime and Buddy,
We are EXTREMELY saddened to hear about Kevin's passing. We all have great memories of him. If laughter could have saved him we would all still be blessed. Bob and I are leaving for Florida on Friday(3/24/06)morning but our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your wonderful family during this most difficult time. Love, June & Bob
Wanda Serafini (Hines)
March 23, 2006
Kathy,
Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family. Kevin was a wonderful man and much too young to leave. My thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time.
Edmund Dorazio
March 23, 2006
Kathy & Children, Brian & Barbara, Michelle & Harvey
I’m so sorry for the untimely death of a Husband & Father,
Brother & Friend.I knew Kevin as friend, in Sports in High school
and after, Softball & Golf. My Best Memory of Kevin in a Softball
game at Livingston St. Tewksbury. I got hit in the eye with a softball.
When I was lying on the ground Kevin was the first to see if I was alright.Joking at the way I looked to make me laugh. The Moment will always stay in my memory.
Dear GOD how he will be missed by so many that new him.
GOD Bless his family.
Steven, Karen, Laura, Chris, Susan Nawn
March 23, 2006
We are so sorry to hear the sad news of kevin's passing. We have such fond memories of all of you and kevin. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Donny Mulligan & Jen Lamb
March 23, 2006
Sull- We are so sad to hear about the loss of your father and the pain you and your family are going through. I never had the opportunity to meet your dad, but he raised a wonderful son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brett Hunter
March 23, 2006
To the Sullivan Family;
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Dennis&George Scannell
March 23, 2006
To the Sullivan Family,our deepest sympathy!
lynne Dykeman
March 23, 2006
kathy and family, so sorry for your loss, he will be missed,
Carol (Cushenette) Corrigan
March 23, 2006
Dear Kathy and children,
I am so sorry to hear about Kevin. It's difficult to think that there are any words that can comfort you right now. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Stay strong Kat and know that you and Kevin are loved by many.
With much love, warmth and care,
Carol
Janet Thorburne (Ross)
March 23, 2006
Kathy and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. Kevin truly was a wonderful man and his life was definitely too short. Know that you will be thought of often and in many prayers in the very difficult days ahead. Godspeed.
Philip&Lynne Scannell
March 23, 2006
Kath,You are all in our thoughts and prayers!My God !
Joan (Andella) Laurenza
March 22, 2006
Kathy&Children, Dottie&Billy, Brian&Barbara, Michelle&Harvey,
So sorry to hear the news of Kevin's untimely death. I wish I could say or do something to make it all go away. Kevin was someone who made a difference in this world. My heart goes out to you and your families. Sincerely,
Steve Frechette
March 22, 2006
Kevin Jr., I've known you and your family for years. Devin and I will be thinking of you and praying for you. Love the Frechette Family.
Mike Mackey
March 22, 2006
Kathy,Alicia, Jamie and Buddy,
I'm so sorry for your loss.Kevin will be missed by so many people he has touched so many lives. As I read Paul Sullivan's article about Kevin's heroics, I remembered thet Kevin also saved my life. He was a hero and a brother and friend to me also.I'm devastated for his loss. My Dad (old ironsides) just couldn't get enough of being around him . He just made everybody happier when he was in the room. He will be sorely missed.My deepest sympathies to you all.
Mike Mackey
March 22, 2006
Kathy,
I can't say enough about Kevin. He treated me as a brother and a friend. I might not be here today if Kevin wasn't there for me. I'm eternally grateful to him. My thoughts and prayers will always be with him and your family.
Ed Dick
March 22, 2006
Dear Kathy and famly,
Betty and I were deeply saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. He was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and we will see you when we get back to Tewksbury.
Diane Mackey
March 22, 2006
Kat, Alicia, Jaime, Buddy, and Jeanette,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I wish I knew how to comfort all of you.
You were all so blessed to have Kevin in your lives. He was a man who had it all, family, friends, business success, and the admiration of all who knew him.
Kevin created and shared a lot of laughter in his lifetime and I will always remember him fondly for that.
Jen (Briggs) Downey
March 22, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss, you will all be in my thoughts..
Priscilla Marsh
March 22, 2006
To the family of Kevin Sullivan: Please accept our sincere sympathy on Kevin's sudden passing. The Marsh family and the Sullivan family go back many many years. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Priscilla, Bob, Rick and Chris Marsh
Martie Donohoe
March 22, 2006
As a member of Longmeadow Golf Club I can attest to many things. One of them is, that any time I would walk through the door and hear laughter, I could always assume Kevin would be sitting in that location. He ALWAYS contributed to any charitable cause and would help any friend in need. He loved his family, foremost, but always treated his friends as such too. He was a loyal dog, so to speak. We lost a treasure. Kathy, et al, my heart bleeds for you. Love Martie
JOYCE & JIMMY GREENLEAF
March 22, 2006
To the Sullivan family
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly Harriman
March 22, 2006
Dear Jaime & Family
I am very sorry for the suddden loss of your father. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love, Kelly Harriman & Eric Lien
linda briggs
March 22, 2006
Kathy,
Please know that we are thinking of you today. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
With love,
Bobby and Linda Briggs
Sean Mackey
March 22, 2006
Kathy, Alicia, Jaime, and Buddy,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. Kevin was a great man and will be remembered fondly. All of the memories of the weekends and summers we spent together will live with me forever.
Love and condolences,
Eleanor and Paul O'Leary
March 22, 2006
Jeanette,
So sorry to hear about Kevin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.
Fondly,
Paul and Eleanor
Kristen Vazquez
March 22, 2006
Alicia and the Sullivan Family...
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers...please let me know if there is anything I can do. I love you Sha...
Jay Mackey
March 22, 2006
I'm so sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great man. No matter the situation, he could always find a way to make people laugh. He will be missed greatly. If there is anything I can do, let me know.
Stephen and Lorraine Bowden
March 22, 2006
Our deepest condolenceses for Your Loss. Stephen .Lorraine Bowden
Donna Allen
March 22, 2006
Kathy,
There are no words I can say.
My heart goes out to you and your family. With Wayne's passing only a little over five months now, I know the pain you are in. I will say a prayer for you.
Donna Allen
Nancy Lewis Hill
March 22, 2006
To Kathy, Alicia, Jaime and Buddy and the entire Sullivan family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of such deep loss. I pray the comfort of God's love and grace gives you peace.
Mike Benullo
March 22, 2006
To Kathy and the entire Sullivan Family,
We are shocked and saddened at the loss of Kevin. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
I will miss my golf buddy, his sense of humor, great wit and most of all his friendship.
Mike Benullo & Rosemary Ward
Doris Soucy
March 22, 2006
I’d like to offer my condolences to the whole Sullivan family, especially Kevin’s wife and children. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
About two years ago, I hired Kevin to complete some badly needed renovations in and about the home I share with my mother. I was terrified to hire just anyone to make the costly repairs. After mutual friends recommended Kevin as a good and honest businessman, I called him. He could tell that I had much anxiety about the situation, and even teased me about it in a good-natured way. He assured me that he would take care of things, and he did. I told Kevin at the time that he was a blessing, and he was. I would not have had peace about the situation had it not been for Kevin’s obvious goodness and kindness. After completing the repairs, Kevin assured me that he was only a telephone call away if I needed additional work done or simply some home-repair advice. His support and generosity of spirit was heartwarming.
Kevin was a special man. I will never forget him, I will miss him, and I will be forever grateful that our path was one his path crossed.
Nancy McCarthy
March 22, 2006
Kathy and family,
I'm so sorry for the loss you have suffered. Your family will be a great help during this time.
Nancy
Jim Corcoran
March 22, 2006
To Kathy and family and to all the Sullivan Clan, my deepest condolences to each of you during this time. Like my family came together at the loss of Mom and my nephew, the united strength of the Sullivan's will get each of you through these tough days. That's what makes us strong..family.
Bunky & Helen Holden
March 22, 2006
Kathy and all Kevin's family; We are so sorry for your loss.
We will keep you all in our prayers for the strength to carry on.
We would love to be able to attend Kevin's Mass but we are still in Florida.
Maureen Mackey
March 22, 2006
Dear Kathy, Alicia, Jaime, Buddy, and the rest of the Sullivan family:
Kevin has touched so many lives. He will be sorely missed but always remembered very fondly for the kind, heroic, hilarious man he was and will always be in the many happy memories of him.
God bless you all and carry you through this devastating time.
Love, Mo Mackey
Kerry DeSisto
March 22, 2006
To the Sullivan Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I am truly sorry for your loss.
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