Celebrating the life of
Anne Martina Roberts Sullivan
October 07, 1921 - May 11, 2017
Anne Martina Roberts Sullivan passed away peacefully on May 11, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, James M. (Buddy) Sullivan. They were happily married for over 60 years. Anne was born October 7, 1921, the daughter of Mr. Martin Roberts Wilkins and Ellen Devonshire Creedon Roberts.
Anne grew up at 337 East Washington Avenue. She was a only child, and as a result convinced her father that not only she needed a pony, he should walk her to school daily. She graduated in 1940 from The Pape School. Anne made her debut in 1941. She graduated from Trinity College in Washington DC in 1944. Anne volunteered and eventually became a full time employee of Senior Citizens Inc. She worked many years in Social Work and help start the Meals on Wheels program in Savannah and Nationally. She also served on the board for the Fresh Air Home on Tybee Island.
Anne was involved in several clubs but she most enjoyed her association with the Chatter Club, the best place in Savannah to learn all the gossip. She would often be heard using her favorite saying Jesus, Mary, and Joseph during their meetings. She was involved with Junior League of Savannah and the Florence Crittenton Home for Girls. She was a member of the Quis Qui Sorority in High School. She loved horseback riding and won many awards for horsemanship. She won a National Propeller Club essay contest trip to England. As a sign of the times, she was not allowed to go as it was not proper for a young girl. Anne was a character and her colorful humor will be missed.
She is survived by her son, Martin Roberts Sullivan and his wife, Martha, daughters Bernadette Watkins and her husband Henry of Naples, Florida, and Devon Gaudry and son James Michael Sullivan III and his wife Monica. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and more to come, who all lovingly called her Grannie Annie.
In lieu of flowers please send contributions to the Senior Citizens Inc or the Fresh Air Home of Tybee.
The graveside service will be private.
Martin, Bern, Dev & Michael, So saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. Cherish those wonderful memories of her laughter, her spunkiness & those awesome Christmas Day parties she & Buddy hosted. You can be assured she had a good life and loved you all so much. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Margaret Mitchell Costa
- Margaret Mitchell Costa, Jacksonville , Florida
I was so sad to learn of your Anne's passing. I have many fond memories of your great parents, as I am pretty sure I ran away to your house on 52nd from mine on 51st more than one time! My love and sympathy to you all.
- Kathy Calhoun Wood, Alexandria, VA
Dear Martin, Bernadette, Devon and Michael, Please know that the entire Sullivan Clan are in our thoughts and prayers as we grieve with you all over the loss of your beautiful and precious mother. Words are hard to compose and express her wonderful character and loving ways. If we can do anything in any way for your family please let us know. I can hear her saying Jesus, Mary and Joseph right now and I know Buddy is hearing her too ! Love y'all ! Johnny, Mary Ellen, Maggie and Catherine.
- John mulligan, Savannah, Georgia
Dear Martin and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. She was a fun lady with lots of "spunk"!!! My prayer for all of you is that your wonderful memories and your Faith with comfort and sustain you always. Love and sympathy, Jan
- Jan Daniel Crawford, Virginia Beach, VA
My condolences to the Sullivan Family on your loss. Please know your loss is shared and that Jehovah God has promised at Revelation 21:3,4 [ to wipe out pain sickness sorrow and death forever]. May fond memories linger in your hearts forever
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
To all of the Sullivans, I enjoyed your Mother and Father for many years at Tybee and on 52nd Street. We were all so fortunate to have had Anne in our lives for so many years. She will be missed by all who knew her. Love to each of you. Lucy Hitch
- Lucy Hitch, savannah, Ga
I am sorry for your loss. Jehovah is a God of comfort, and sees the things that bring us great pain especially when we lose a loved one to sleep in death. May you find encouragement from his word the Bible through this time, and allow positive memories to fill your heart and mind.
- Roosevelt, Savannah, Ga
Anne, I adored you and will always be in my heart! Blowing kisses back and forth.... so many memeories i treasure! Im was so blessed to be with you! I know ur at peace now and I know I made a difference, so I feel good..... love u always my designated driver! :) u will understand that! xx
- tricia, richmond hill ga,
Martin, Bern, Dev & Michael, So saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. Cherish those wonderful memories of her laughter, her spunkiness & those awesome Christmas Day parties she & Buddy hosted. You can be assured she had a good life and loved you all so much. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Margaret Mitchell Costa
- Margaret Mitchell Costa, Jacksonville , Florida
I was so sad to learn of your Anne's passing. I have many fond memories of your great parents, as I am pretty sure I ran away to your house on 52nd from mine on 51st more than one time! My love and sympathy to you all.
- Kathy Calhoun Wood, Alexandria, VA
Dear Martin, Bernadette, Devon and Michael, Please know that the entire Sullivan Clan are in our thoughts and prayers as we grieve with you all over the loss of your beautiful and precious mother. Words are hard to compose and express her wonderful character and loving ways. If we can do anything in any way for your family please let us know. I can hear her saying Jesus, Mary and Joseph right now and I know Buddy is hearing her too ! Love y'all ! Johnny, Mary Ellen, Maggie and Catherine.
- John mulligan, Savannah, Georgia
Dear Martin and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. She was a fun lady with lots of "spunk"!!! My prayer for all of you is that your wonderful memories and your Faith with comfort and sustain you always. Love and sympathy, Jan
- Jan Daniel Crawford, Virginia Beach, VA
My condolences to the Sullivan Family on your loss. Please know your loss is shared and that Jehovah God has promised at Revelation 21:3,4 [ to wipe out pain sickness sorrow and death forever]. May fond memories linger in your hearts forever
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
To all of the Sullivans, I enjoyed your Mother and Father for many years at Tybee and on 52nd Street. We were all so fortunate to have had Anne in our lives for so many years. She will be missed by all who knew her. Love to each of you. Lucy Hitch
- Lucy Hitch, savannah, Ga
I am sorry for your loss. Jehovah is a God of comfort, and sees the things that bring us great pain especially when we lose a loved one to sleep in death. May you find encouragement from his word the Bible through this time, and allow positive memories to fill your heart and mind.
- Roosevelt, Savannah, Ga
Anne, I adored you and will always be in my heart! Blowing kisses back and forth.... so many memeories i treasure! Im was so blessed to be with you! I know ur at peace now and I know I made a difference, so I feel good..... love u always my designated driver! :) u will understand that! xx
- tricia, richmond hill ga,
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
