Eileen Gerrish

Eileen Gerrish obituary

Eileen Gerrish

Eileen Gerrish Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sullivan Funeral Home - Hanover on Sep. 17, 2025.
Eileen M. Gerrish, of Hanson, passed away on September 12, 2025 at the age of 69. She was the daughter of the late Agnes E. (Waters) and William J. Mullen.

Eileen was born on May 21, 1956 and raised in Quincy. She was a graduate of Quincy High School and then went on to earn her Bachelor's degree from Quincy College. Eileen worked a lengthy career as a medical assistant.

Eileen enjoyed spending time gardening and loved flowers. She was an avid reader and crossword player.

Eileen was the wife of the late Bryan Fitzgerald. Loving Mother of Erik Fitzgerald and his fiancée Stephanie Shipp and Sean Fitzgerald and his wife Abby. Cherished Grandmother of Jack Fitzgerald. She was the sister of Elaine Leone, Scott Mullen, the late Keith Mullen, late Kevin Mullen, and the late Stephen Mullen.

Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, September 18th from 4:00PM-7:00PM at Sullivan Funeral Home in Hanover - 551 Washington St., Rt. 53.
Sullivan Funeral Home - Hanover

551 Washington Street, Hanover, MA 02339-2303

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