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Cheryl Sullivan

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2019
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Obituary for Cheryl Sullivan

Cheryl passed away peacefully on December 2nd, 2019 at Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital Palliative Care in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Cheryl was 63 and was born on January 5, 1956 in Fredericton, New Brunswick to Eileen and Charles (Sonny) Grasse. In the summer of 1979, Cheryl married her childhood friend and the love of her life, Drew. Over the past 40 years, their life focused on raising two wonderful children and enjoying a life to be proud of, centred around family.

Cheryl spent her years, prior to becoming a full time Mom, working for the Department of Tourism at the Government of New Brunswick. In 1983 she had her first child, a son and from that point forward, Cheryl devoted all her energy into supporting Drew in his career and raising and caring for Jared and Jenna (born 1985), the joys of her life.

Cheryl took great pride in being the best Mom and Nanny around. She was an exemplary role-model for all that knew her but especially for her granddaughters. She enjoyed spending any time she could with her girls. Whether it was making memories in St. Andrew’s by the Sea, the Muskokas, or simply sitting and cuddling while watching a movie. She had such love for her children and grandchildren, including her grandson on the way.

Cheryl was best known for her strength, courage, and positive outlook on life, even throughout her battle with bladder cancer. Anyone who knew Cheryl admired her unwavering strength. She would often say that she was lucky and that things could have been far worse. Cheryl spent the past five years defying all odds and fighting for more time with her family and friends. In the end, no time is enough time. We are thankful for each day that we had with her.

Cheryl was predeceased by her parents Sonny and Eileen Grasse.

She is survived by her husband Drew Sullivan; her children Jenna Cochrane and husband Chris, Jared Sullivan and significant other Paula Morton; her grandchildren London, Lily, Shayne, and Ella; and her siblings Kevin Grasse and Wendy Comeau.

The family thanks the Oncology and Palliative Care Teams at Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital for their impeccable care of Cheryl. In addition, they would also like to thank the extramural nurses who brought compassionate care into the home for Cheryl along the way. The doctors and nurses went above and beyond in seeking treatments for Cheryl and in making her feel comfortable during this difficult time.

Thank you, Cheryl/Mom/Nanny, for teaching us the importance of family. You are an excellent example of strength, courage, positivity and kindness. You will be forever missed and remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing you!

A funeral mass will be held on Friday, December 6, 2019 at 2:00PM at St. Dunstan’s Catholic Church, 120 Regent Street. A small reception will follow.

Memorial donations may be made to Bladder Cancer Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences can be left at www.mcadamsfh.com
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