Dorothy Sullivan

She was born on September 12, 1923 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the third child of Francis and Elizabeth (Sheehan) Zwigart. Dorothy spent her early years in Milwaukee and graduated from St. Francis Academy, an all-girls school operated by the Sisters of St. Francis. After graduation, she worked as an administrative assistant at Northwestern Mutual Insurance in Milwaukee. She later utilized these skills at the Rock Community Federal Credit Union, where she worked until her retirement.

On January 13, 1945, she married the love of her life, Morrell (Morrie) Sullivan, whom she met on a blind date. Together, they created a home for their family in Milwaukee, Wis., Lake Linden, Mich., Marquette, Mich., and finally in Rock, Mich. Dorothy was a devoted follower of God and cherished her family and friends. She loved spending time with her family and always looked forward to visits from them, whether in person or on social media. Her warm smile was often what drew people to her.

Dorothy was an active member of her Catholic parish and served as a catechist, Eucharistic Minister, church committees, and in the women’s group. She was also a dedicated member of the Rock Senior Center, serving on the board and volunteering in various capacities. Additionally, she volunteered for many years at the St. Vincent de Paul Store in Gladstone.

Dorothy is survived by eight daughters and one son: Sharon (Martin) Holmes, Helen Sullivan, Kathy (Alan) Gyles, Paul (Marina) Sullivan, Marge (Mike) Hannon, Michele Bell, LeAnn Barnett, Norine (George) Gill, and Sr. Laurie Sullivan. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, all of whom she loved dearly.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Morrell (Morrie), her siblings Edward, Dolores and Bernice, and two sons David and Patrick, as well as son-in-laws Brian Barnett and Ken Bell.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 9 from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. A mass of Christian burial is scheduled for Thursday, July 10 at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Perkins with Rev. Fr. William Ssozi officiating. A luncheon will follow in the parish hall. Dorothy will be laid to rest in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Escanaba, Mich. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Sullivan family. To offer an online message of sympathy please visit www.skradskifuneralhomes.com.