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LOUISE SULLIVAN Obituary

SULLIVAN, Louise (Klemm) Formerly of Somerville, Weston, and Needham, passed on January 20, 2023, at the age of 91. Daughter of the late Eugene and Clara Klemm, German immigrants who were the former owners of Lyndell's Bakery in Somerville. Devoted and loving wife of Joseph Sullivan for over 57 years. Louise loved Joe and her family dearly. She was very grateful for all that life gave her. She loved to be outdoors in her garden, and loved playing her piano, especially for Joe. Joe and Louise were also the best of friends through life. She was an avid Boston sports fan and the Bruins were her favorite. Louise leaves many cousins, nieces and nephews that she cared for deeply. Always willing to put herself out for others, Louise was an intelligent, kind and humble woman. The world will miss her. Visiting hours will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave., NEEDHAM, on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 10 am-12 pm followed by a funeral service in the funeral home beginning at 12 pm. Relatives are kindly invited. Interment will follow in The Gardens at Gethsemane, West Roxbury. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Louise's memory to Boston Catholic Charities, by phone call: (617)-464-8024, by mail: Make checks payable to the Catholic Charities Boston and mail to Catholic Charities Boston, 275 West Broadway, Boston, MA 02127. Online guestbook at gfdoherty.com George F. Doherty & Sons Needham 781-444-0687

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 23 to Jan. 24, 2023.

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Neil macNevin

June 17, 2023

My Somerville High School classmate...I think of Louise in many ways...she was always warm and friendly to everyone..she could be quiet and, sometimes shy. A great listener with a beautiful smile . I was a friend and fortunate to have known her.

Karen Chiricosta

January 24, 2023

Uncle Joe, There are no words for the loss of your beloved Louise, who you created so many memories worth treasuring. May you always feel surrounded by her love. Our prayers and heartfelt sympathies are with you always. Karen and Vinny

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