Pauline Louise Sullivan, 73, of Hughesville died Aug. 13, 2012, with her family by her side at Civista Medical Center in La Plata.

She was born Jan. 23, 1939, in Takoma Park.

She be remembered for her caring and strength.

She is survived by her sons, Billy and Grant; her sister, Debbie Wells; daughters-in-law, Bonnie and Janice; including relatives in St. Mary’s County.

The family will receive friends today, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home in Waldorf. Interment will take place at Fort Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood.

Arrangements are being handled by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home in Waldorf.