Drucilla Casey Sullivan

Hampton - Drucilla Casey Sullivan (Dru), age 98, of Hampton, N.H., and 12 year resident of Partridge House Assisted Living, passed away Tuesday morning, April 15 in the loving care and company of her Partridge House family. Dru was born May 14, 1926, in Arlington, Ma. to Anne (Coyle) and James Casey. Three years later, her sister Patricia (Pat) was born. Dru graduated from Arlington High School in 1944 and began her working career at Logan Airport with Northeast Airlines. She married Henry (Hank) Sullivan of Arlington in 1948, following his return from his WW2 Naval Service, stationed in Saipan. They had met while she was in high school and he at Tufts University, and corresponded during his absence. Together they raised their two children, Henry (Skip) and Drucilla Ann (also Dru!), in Newton Ma, where she continued her working career as an administrative assistant for Newton Schools. Dru and Hank moved to Yarmouth Maine in 1973, following Hank’s career move. They built the home of their dreams and Dru continued her career at North Yarmouth Academy. A last job change for Hank brought them back to Hampton, N.H., a place the family had already enjoyed together for many, many years at the family cottage. Dru retired 10 years later from Seabrook Nuclear Power plant. Together, they nurtured wonderful gardens and once again hosted family summer gatherings. Dru was a vivacious and social person who was devoted to family and friends. Her family included her son Skip and his late wife Diane, of Waltham Ma., Dru and her husband Rick, of Freeport ME, 5 grandchildren (Jennifer, Colin, Meaghan, Caitlin, Ryan) and four great grandchildren (Lorenzo, Vivian, Gael, Declan), all whom she loved dearly. Her laugh was infectious. She had her hair and nails done weekly, and dressed in vibrant colors. She was a great listener and a wonderful storyteller. Her love for colors spilled into her gardening and knitting. Her renewed passion for life following the loss of her husband in 2012 can be attribute to the attention of her loving family and friends, and to the nurturing environment spearheaded by the loving and caring staff at Partridge House. Dru continued her 30 year alliance with the “knitting group”, a collective of women who met weekly at Partridge House to consult on projects, but more importantly, to revel in each other’s company and friendship. “It’s always a good day when the knitters are here”. The group convened right through the week Dru passed, supporting their dear friend. Dru felt her mandate in her last years was to foster the idea that we are here to help and support one another. She was deeply grateful for her friendships, and for the many kindnesses her everyday life brought. She would implore us to recognize and celebrate ourselves and each other for who we are and what we have to share. We’re here to take care of each other. Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Drucilla for a graveside memorial service on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at High Street Cemetery, 150 High Street, Hampton, NH 03842. This gathering will be followed by a reception at Partridge House, 777 Lafayette Rd. Hampton N.H. at 2 pm

Drucilla Casey Sullivan

May 14, 1926 - April 15, 2025