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Francis Sullivan Obituary
He was born in Boston, the son of the late Francis Sr. and Margaret (McKay) Sullivan, and had lived in Manchester for many years. He was a graduate of Boston College Class of 1953 and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was formerly employed by the Corning Glass Works and after retiring he served as a rural carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. He was an active member of St. Bridget Church in Manchester and greatly enjoyed his time spent on Cape Cod and had a true love for animals.
Frank is survived by his children, Atty. John F. Sullivan, and his wife, Christine, of Manchester, Mary-Beth Sullivan of Manchester, and Michael J. Sullivan, and his wife, Karen, of Charlotte, N.C.; his grandchildren, Jack, Molly, and Grace; his brother, James Sullivan of Waltham, Mass.; his sister, Ruth Sullivan of Wellesley, Mass.; and several nieces and nephews. Frank was also predeceased by his sister, K. Patricia Colleran.
Funeral services will be held on Monday June 17, at 10:15 a.m. from the John F. Tierney Funeral Home, 219 W. Center St., Manchester, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Bridget Church, 80 Main St., Manchester, with burial in St. Bridget Cemetery.
Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, June 16, from 3 to 6 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Bridget School, Advancement Office, 74 Main St., Manchester, CT 06042.
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Memories and Condolences
for Francis Sullivan
Christiane OBrien
June 23, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lanie & Russ Turner
June 17, 2013
We send our prayers and thoughts to you all. We will miss seeing our neighbor and our prayers are with the whole family
June 17, 2013
Dear Sullivan Family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
Very sincerely,
Dr. Fleming Allaire
Eileen Carroll
June 16, 2013
Condolences to the Sullivan family.
Karla Stovall
June 15, 2013
Michael, Karen, and Grace have become a part of our Charlotte family. We mourn with them in the loss of someone who was so dear to so many.
God's mercy and grace be with you during this time of bereavement.
With saddened hearts,
The Stovall Family (Jeff, Karla, Preston and Katy)
June 15, 2013
John, Christine, Jack, Molly, MaryBeth, Michael - we are so sorry to hear of your loss and wanted you all to know that we are thinking of you. Love Patricia, Pablo, and Kathleen.
The DiDonato Family
June 14, 2013
To the Sullivan Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
June 14, 2013
John, Christine and MaryBeth,
Our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Francine and Darren Vincenzo
June 14, 2013
I will miss the twinkle in your Irish eyes and smile on your face. You were one special patient. I miss you already. Rest in peace, my friend....Grace Ehler
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John F. Tierney Funeral Home, Inc.219 West Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040
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John F. Tierney Funeral Home, Inc.219 West Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040
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