Reta Sullivan

Reta Mae Sullivan, 88, of Gladwyn,NB, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at the Upper River Valley Hospital in Waterville, NB. Born in Anfield, New Brunswick, she was the first born child of the late Jack and Helen (Sisson) Bell.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Vincent James Sullivan. She is survived by her two daughters: Teresa (Doug) Sussey and Bonnie (Keith) Worrall; five sons: John (Doreen) Sullivan, Richard Sullivan, Allan (Brenda) Sullivan, Dale (Penny) Sullivan, and Patrick Sullivan. Her legacy will continue through her grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved dearly.

She was a fiercely independent woman who very capably moved her home and family to follow her husband in his military career. Together the family saw the world and had fun doing so. When Reta and Vincent finally retired to their “forever home” on the Tobique they took pleasure in the great outdoors. Mom loved to fish for trout in the brooks, forage for fiddleheads and spend time at their camp watching the deer. Nothing made her happier than being at home with family and her precious fur baby, Amy. She was an amazing homemaker, gardener, and incredible cook, so much so that every meal was an occasion!

By request, there will be no visitation. A private graveside service will be held for immediate family members only. Interment will be at St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Church cemetery in Perth-Andover, New Brunswick on Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 at 2 p.m. Father Curtis will officiate.

In memory of Reta, a contribution to the Victoria County SPCA in Arthurette or to the Victoria Glen Manor Foundation in Perth-Andover would be appreciated.

Funeral arrangements are in the professional care of Brunswick Funeral Home in Perth-Andover, New Brunswick.

“Say not in grief she is no more, but live in thankfulness that she was.”