Herman Terry "Buzzy" Sullivan left this world to join his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 15, 2019, at the age of 81. Buzzy was born on June 21, 1937, in Longleaf, Louisiana and was raised in Oakdale, Louisiana. After graduating from Oakdale High School, he attended Northwestern State College where he received a Bachelor of Science degree. Buzzy served in the military as a member of the United States Army. He later earned a Master of Education degree from Nicholls State University. In 1961, Buzzy began a coaching and teaching career in Terrebonne Parish. It was here that he met the love of his life, Carol Ann Alexander, who had also moved to Terrebonne Parish to teach, and where they married and raised a family. Some of the happiest and most fulfilling years of his life were spent coaching the youth of Terrebonne Parish at Houma Junior High, Terrebonne High School, Evergreen Junior High, and H.L. Bourgeois High School. He cherished relationships with his former athletes and students, and seeing them always brought a smile to his face. He would later serve as the first head track coach at Nicholls State University. After retiring from coaching, Buzzy worked as a salesman in the oilfield catering industry and served two terms on the Terrebonne Parish School Board. In his younger days, if not at a football game or track meet, Buzzy was an avid hunter and fisherman, and could be found enjoying time at his camp. Nothing made him happier, however, than spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, who were the light of his world. He was blessed beyond measure with the most loving and supportive circle of family and friends and truly lived a wonderful life. He is preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Herman Taylor Sullivan and Jessie Jordon Sullivan; his grandson, Taylor Patrick Sullivan; son-in-law, C.J. Chaisson; brother-in-law, Bill Kinyon; and father and mother in-law, Murry and Lois Alexander. He is survived by his wife of nearly 53 years, Carol Ann Alexander Sullivan; daughters, Lori Chaisson and companion Walter, Julie Domangue and husband Kyle; son, Terry Sullivan and wife Delana; grandchildren, Ryan Porche, Bryce Domangue, Abby Schwab Sullivan, Olivia Domangue, Lauren Chaisson, Emma Domangue, and Kylie Domangue; and four great grandchildren. Buzzy is also survived by his sisters, Reta Kinyon and Linda Sullivan-Bashinsky and husband Leo Sullivan-Bashinsky; brother-in-law, Murray Alexander and wife Lynn; sisters-in-law Yvonne Savoy and husband Carlton, Geraldine Duplechin and husband Ory, Christine Guitreau and husband Don; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2019, at the First Baptist Church of Houma, located at 4863 West Park Avenue, with visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. until a funeral service celebrated by Pastor Steve Folmar at 11:00 a.m. A Christian burial will immediately follow at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery Number Two located at 6124 West Main Street. Chauvin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the American SIDS Institute. The family would like to especially thank his compassionate caregivers, Louise Salsberry and Brenda Fuschs, Dr. Richard "Dickie" Haydel, and the kind and caring staff of Haydel Memorial Hospice.
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Buzzy was a wonderful person and is surely missed. May God bless him, Carol Ann and all his family.
Ronnie Villar
Family
April 10, 2023
Buzzy and I was life long friends, we grew up with in one block of each other and his father Baptize me when I was 10 years old. Buzzy and I had a lot of good time in our long life, God was good to us and I know that his family is really going to miss him, I am so sorry that I could not attend the funeral but I fell in the shower Tuesday and hurt my old back but I am there in spirit with my old friend, I loved Buzzy as a Brother. I ask you Lord to take good care of my friend we are surely going to miss him and God Bless his family. Amen
Roy C. Carruth
Friend
April 18, 2019
My condolences to Buzzys family. My Sister, Shirley Farris Hendrixson, went to high school with Buzzy and of course I heard about him thru his football days at Oakdale. May he RIP.
Randall Farris
Friend
April 18, 2019
Coach Sullivan was a wonderful man. He will truly be missed. My sympathies to his family. Hugs and prayers.
Vickie Schouest Smith
April 18, 2019
We are so very sorry to hear about Coach Sullivan. He meant so much to both of us. We will always have such fond memories of him.
With love,
Lynn and Julie Pope Cole
Lynn and Julie Pope Cole
Student
April 18, 2019
Great coach and neighbor R I P
Ricky Tillett
Student
April 18, 2019
My condolences to the Sullivan family and friends. May the God of tender mercy provide strength and comfort during this difficult time.
April 18, 2019
Carol Ann, Im so sorry for your loss. Buzzy was a wonderful friend and person. Had the best smile and personality. One of the toughest, strongest athletes that I ever knew. Born with muscles on muscles. Was the truest form of a preachers son. Im sure that he was a great teacher and coach and was loved by his student athletes. He was a fun guy to be around.
God bless you and all the kids and RIP Buzzy-Asleep With Jesus!
Maxie Hays
Friend
April 17, 2019
Great teacher and a wonderful person. God Bless him and his family. Will be missed.
Debby Bimah
April 17, 2019
Offering prayers for a fallen Soldier.
Barry Jarreau
April 17, 2019
He will surely be missed by many.
Phyllis Duplantis Melancon
Family
April 17, 2019
I am glad I got to know Coach Sullivan, he was my track coach for 4years at HLB great man, and new how to get a little extra from us on the tracks squad. Prayer to the family.
Timmy Breaux
Student
April 17, 2019
Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. Buzzy was a wonderful guy and will be missed by all who knew him. May God bless his family and help them accept His will.
Condolences are offered by Bill and Lynn Ellzey
Bill and Lynn Ellzey
April 17, 2019
Our prayers and warmest condolences are with you.
Bubba, Kathy and Clinton Rasberry
Friend
April 17, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
QPS Family
April 17, 2019
So sorry to learn of the passing of Buzzy.Our thoughts and prayers for him and family at this time.He was a gentleman and fellow educator and a good friend.He will be missed by all who knew him.
Willie and Juanita Guidry
April 17, 2019
Our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Buzzy. Rest in peace.
Ray and June LeBoeuf
April 17, 2019
RIP Coach, although he wasn't my coach, he was my 7th grade teacher at Pointe-aux-Chenes School in 1961, which may have been his first teaching assignment. Wonderful teacher.
Grant Dupre
April 17, 2019
I remember him from my years at Northwestern. He always had a smile on his face. So sorry for your loss.
Shearon Guidry
April 17, 2019
Most fun in high school was drivers ed with Coach Sullivan. Great man
Angie Guidry
Student
April 17, 2019
Sending my condolences to the family and praying that God will give you the peace that passes all understanding. He was a great teacher and coach.
Mary Ordoyne Cavalier
Student
April 17, 2019
I always Admired coach Sullivan.
Richard Tucker
April 16, 2019
Carol Ann Connie and I are so sorry to hear of Buzzy's passing. He was a wonderful person and will surely be missed. I'm so sorry we will not be able to come to the funeral but you and Buzzy will certainly be in our prayers. We love you.
Ronnie Villar
April 16, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Coach Sullivan was my drivers ed instructor. He will be missed.
Sonia Allemand Wagner
Student
April 16, 2019
Always good to me. Good coach and teacher.
Willard Cagle
Student
April 16, 2019
So sorry for the loss of a good friend
Janelle Baldwin
Classmate
April 16, 2019
You were always so kind and gentle to me, Uncle Buzzy. Thank you for that, and I'll miss you. Be at peace in the bliss of paradise...God bless you always.
Andrea Alexander
April 16, 2019
My Prayers are with all of the Family. Lauren always speaks so highly of her Buzzy and made me wish I could have met him and MeMe. May God hold you all so close until you see him again.
Sally Alred
Family
April 16, 2019
Our condolences to Coach Sullivan's family.
Mitchel (hlb'76)and Denise hlb '77) Bourg
Denise Bourg
April 16, 2019
From our days at Northwestern to our teaching days in Terrebonne Parish, Buzzy usually had a smile on his face. I was teaching in the same school as Carol Ann with they began dating. We remained friends over time.
Carol Ann, I just learned of Buzzy's death, and send my deep sympathies. God bless you and your family.
Martha (Willoughby) Avegno, Baton Rouge.
Martha Avegno
Friend
April 16, 2019
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