Bobbie enjoyed reading, shopping, gardening and trips to the beach. She most enjoyed spending time with her extended family for holidays, birthdays and special occasions. Bobbie was always willing to provide her home as the Gathering Place. She was a huge fan of UT football as a former season ticket holder, as well as a Lady Vols basketball supporter. Bobbie was employed by Knox Manufacturing Company.
Bobbie is preceded in death by her husband, Howard Sullivan; parents, John and Chessie Hickman; sister, Geneva Peterson (Clyde); brothers, James Hickman, Ralph Hickman (Stella), Les Hickman (Margaret), Buddy Hickman (Marie).
Bobbie leaves behind her daughter, Karen Sullivan. several nieces and nephews along with great and great-great nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held Tuesday, July 5, 2022 from 5-7pm at Berry Highland Memorial Funeral Home, 5315 Kingston Pike. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 11am at Berry Highland Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers you may make a donation to the Pat Summitt Foundation.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryhighlandmemorial.com for the Sullivan family.
