Sullivans honor 65-year employee on his 95th birthday

Posted on August 17th, 2018 by under Our staff, Uncategorized
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The Sullivan Funeral Home in Royal Oak has named its chapel the McLaughlin Room, recognizing the 95th birthday and 65 years of service of funeral director Dick McLaughlin.

The Sullivan family surprised Dick with the recognition at an August 9 birthday party.

“To see everyone here — it’s been so wonderful,” Dick said, with tears in his eyes. “I hope I live five more.”

Sullivan Co-owner Michael Lope, representing the fourth generation of the 112-year-old business, announced the honor.

 

Michael Lope

Co-Owner, Funeral Director Michael J. Lope is a licensed funeral director and co-owner of the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home. Mike attended American Academy McAllister Institute for mortuary school in New York City. Mike was licensed in 2006 and began working with his family at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home. He currently works at both family funeral homes in Utica and Royal Oak. In his time off Michael enjoys golfing, skiing, hiking and camping. He is a parishioner at Holy Name Catholic Church with his wife Christine and his two children Andrew and Ashlyn. He and his family are committed to maintaining a family owned and operated funeral home that is a progressive and innovative leader in burial and cremation services.

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