Theresa M. Sullivan, age 90, of Gladstone passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at the St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba.
Theresa was born March 24, 1932 in Escanaba, the daughter of Oliver and Mathilda (Shy) Derouin Sr. She graduated from Escanaba High School in 1950. Theresa was united in marriage to Patrick Sullivan on September 13, 1952 at St. Anne Chapel in Escanaba and together they raised five children. Theresa enjoyed traveling and camping with Pat and also bingo and gardening. She also enjoyed spending time with family and coffee breaks with her many friends was paramount in her life. Theresa was a member of All Saints Church, the Gladstone American Legion Auxiliary and the Gladstone Senior Center Corporation. She also worked for the Gladstone Schools.
Theresa is survived by two sons, Mike Sullivan of Gladstone and Rick (Deb) Sullivan of Indianapolis, IN, three daughters, Deb (Bill) Potvin of Rapid River, Kathy (Bill) Elliott of Perkins and Sue (Bill) Bowman of Rapid River; 17 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Pat, her parents, seven brothers, Harold, Joseph, Robert, Clifford, Ernest, John and Oliver Derouin Jr., two sisters, Mary Jane Destrampe and Florence Kositzky, two great grandchildren and her daughter-in-law, Lana Sullivan.
The family will receive friends on Friday, September 30 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral services will follow at 5:00 PM with Fr. Jamie Ziminski officiating. A luncheon will follow in the parish hall at All Saints Church in Gladstone. Theresa will be laid to rest in the Fernwood Cemetery.
The Sullivan family would like to offer a special thank you for the care and compassion provided by mom’s three at home caregivers, the McNair Girls, Cheryl, Cathy, and Theresa. Also Joanna, Sue and Staff at A New Dahn Rising AFC in Gladstone
Mike Reimer - Eagle River, Wi
So sorry to here of your mothers passing. The old neighborhood keeps getting smaller but we do have our memories of growing up there to help us to remember those who have passed on.
Mike Reimer
Danny Coppock - Gladstone, Mi
You were a mother to me always,the Angel’s will show you the way.
Terry and Beth Baumann - Allegan, MI
We are so sorry to hear of Grandma Tilly’s passing. She will be so missed. We send our love to all of you who are suffering this loss. Terry and Beth Baumann
Mick and Janet Bruno - Gladstone, MI
Theresa Sullivan family:
So sorry to hear that your mother passed away. I enjoyed visiting with her at the New Dahn Rising. She was such a kind lady. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories that will keep your mother’s spirit alive. I’m sorry that I will not be able to attend the funeral as I am in Boston visiting family. You and Theresa are in our thoughts and prayers.
Arlene Houston - Gladstone , Mi
I’m very sorry for the loss of your wonderful mom. Theresa was such a great lady, who I was lucky to have known. I wish I could have been at the visitation today to give you my condolences and a hug. I’m sure she is dancing with your dad again. They were both so cool.
LYNN M Deneau - Gladstone, MI
I am going to miss this lady. I have known her since I met Kathy in the seventh grade. So glad I got to attend her 90th birthday last year. I have always felt like she was a 2nd mom too me. Rest now.
Pamela Hardy Holmes - Sebastian, FL
A call from my cousin DeAnna informed me that our only Aunt, Theresa, had passed away. I was away for my granddaughter’s wedding in Kansas City Mo. when she passed and somehow missed the Daily Press obit notice after my return. I will miss visiting her when I get up to Gladstone. Seems like yesterday when I was her babysitter. Remember after her wedding to my Uncle Pat, my mom told DeAnna and me to go say “Hi” to Aunt Theresa. I was only 10. She was a beautiful bride. I still remember her saying to us, “And who are you?” Aunt Theresa was my sponser when I was confirmed at the All Saints Church when in the 8th grade. I took Theresa as my confirmation name. I will miss you Aunt, my memories of you will always keep us connected. Sending my Love and Sympathy to the family.