Kristine Erin Sullivan

Kristine Erin Sullivan obituary, Newport, RI

Kristine Erin Sullivan

Kristine Sullivan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Neill-Hayes Funeral Home - Newport on May 25, 2025.

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Kristine Erin Sullivan, 47, of Portsmouth, RI passed away peacefully after a long illness on May 23, 2025, with her loving family beside her. Kristine was born in Newport on February 23, 1978.
She was the daughter of the late Cecily C. (Martin) and Robert W. Sullivan.
Kristine graduated from Middletown High School in 1996. She had a successful career in management for many years at Macy's in North Attleboro, MA. Kristine is survived by her sisters; Barbara McGinn and husband Jack, Robin Rego and husband Anthony, and Lori Sullivan. Kristine was a devoted aunt to her niece, Julia McGinn. She also leaves behind her loving companion Steve Seagrave and her beloved cat, Everleigh.
A memorial service to honor Kristine will be held Thursday, May 29 from 5:00-7:00 pm at the O'Neill-Hayes Funeral Home, 465 Spring St, Newport, RI.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of Kristine can be made to the American Kidney Fund, www.kidneyfund.org/.

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