Mary B. Sullivan

Mary B. Sullivan, aged 92, a caring wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family on December 9, 2021. Mary lived a long and miraculous life in Rutland, Vermont. She grew up on Adams St., graduated from Rutland High School, Class of 1947, and after graduation worked at the local banks for many years. She married Richard F. Sullivan on September 1, 1956 and they raised their family in Rutland. Richard predeceased her on November 2, 1989.

She had an incredibly strong faith and belonged to Christ the King Church for many years where she helped with a variety of activities. She volunteered for the American Cancer Society and with her husband provided spiritual guidance to many.

Predeceased by her husband Richard, her brothers, Maurice, Lawrence, Alfred and Robert and her sisters, Jean Beauchamp and Joyce Smith, and a great-granddaughter; survived by her beloved sister, Edna Dow (97), and sisters-in-law Doreen Beauchamp and Nancy Beauchamp. Also survived by her six children, Karen Gennette (Carol Maloney), Peter Sullivan (Edyie), Chris Sullivan (Margie), Matt Sullivan, Mary Roth (Robbie), and Tim Sullivan (Wendy), 21 grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Mary had wonderful care from Rutland VNA and Hospice at the end of her life and we send very heartfelt appreciation to the team. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christ the King Church and the VNA and Hospice of the Southwest Region.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am Saturday December 18, 2021 in Christ the King Church.

Calling hours will be held on Friday December, 17, 2021 from 4 to 6 pm in the Clifford Funeral Home.