Theresa S. McKiernan

October 29, 1930 - February 17, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Theresa Sullivan McKiernan announces her passing on February 17, 2018. She was born on October 29,1930 to Theresa O'Leary Sullivan and Simon Sullivan. She leaves behind her loving children Bridget (Brian) Davey, Tricia (Peter) Boeri, and Edward (Frances) McKiernan. She also leaves behind five grand children Liam, Connor, Peter, Andrew and Meredith. In addition she is survived by her nieces and their families, whom she loved very much. Theresa graduated from Commercial High School in New Haven. She worked in the insurance business until starting her family. She later returned to work at Nationwide Insurance Company until she retired. Theresa loved spending time with family and friends and entertaining them. She has been described by those who knew and loved her as: kind-hearted, fun-loving, having a great sense of humor and a big smile. She had a strength about her and loved her family. The family would like to extend their thanks to the staff at Southington Care Center for their exceptional and compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at alz.org Funeral from Sisk Brothers Funeral Home, 3105 Whitney Ave.,Hamden, Saturday morning at 9:30. Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church at 10:00. Burial will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 4-7pm. www.siskbrothers.com