Paid Notice: It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we share the passing of Amy Eileen (Babcock) Sullivan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Amy passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026, at the age of 69.
Born on September 19, 1956, in Southampton, New York, to Lyman and Catherine Babcock, Amy spent her life on the East End, where she built a beautiful life surrounded by the people she loved. She was the devoted wife of Patrick J. Sullivan, loving mother of Joseph and Riley Sullivan, and adoring grandmother, affectionately known as “Mema,” to Henry, Evan, Lily, Kieran, and Nicolas Sullivan. She is also survived by her siblings, Lyman Babcock, Encie Peters, and Timothy Babcock, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
Amy worked for Verizon, formerly Bell Atlantic and NYNEX, for 38 years, but her greatest joy was always her family and friends. She was truly a gift to this world - the kindest, most generous, and supportive person anyone could hope to know.
Amy was everyone’s biggest cheerleader. She encouraged, celebrated, and believed in the people around her, and she always showed up for the people she loved. She never missed a game, swim meet, concert, recital, or play. Supporting her family and friends wasn’t something she had to think about; it was simply who she was.
Nothing brought Amy greater joy than being a grandmother. Her grandchildren will forever remember how deeply their Mema loved them and how proud she was of each of them. Her smile, generosity, encouragement, and unconditional love have left a mark on their lives that will never fade.
Amy loved going to the beach, baking, reading, having a cup of tea, striking up a conversation, and, most of all, spending time with her family. She was also a recent member of American Legion Post 419 in Amagansett, continuing her connection to and involvement in the community she called home.
In the days following her passing, our family has received countless messages from people sharing stories of Amy’s kindness and the impact she had on their lives. Every one of those stories is a testament to the extraordinary person she was and the love she gave so freely.
Per Amy’s wishes, there will be no immediate funeral services. Family and friends are invited to celebrate her beautiful life on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Maidstone Beach Pavilion in East Hampton.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Amy’s memory to East End Hospice, East Hampton Library, or the American Diabetes Association.
Amy will be deeply missed and forever loved by everyone fortunate enough to have known her.
We love you forever, Mema. Thank you for loving all of us so completely. Your love will remain with us always. Until we meet again.
