My mother died on Tuesday

[rasobasi420]

She was waiting at a bus stop in New Bedford, MA and was run over by a city bus going too fast at an unsafe turn. She was a brilliant woman with two masters degrees and a PH.D, all received from Brown University. She taught at U-Mass, Dartmouth, and advised at the University of Southern Connecticut. She gave everything of herself, even that which she didn't have. The only thing she pursued for herself was knowledge, and she had it in spades. The world is a poorer place without her.

She was the reason I worked so hard on my education, and with her help, got into Brown University myself. I discussed everything I did academically in the hopes that she would be proud of me, and she was right there to discuss the topics in depth.

I really hope that she knew how much I loved her at the end.

[boycotteverything]

Jesus Ras- I'm crushed hearing that. I did notice some condolences on your Face Book page but there were no references to who died. If there's anything at all I can do for you please let me know. Knowing her son, as I do, I love her also.
K

[Jackinthebox]

Wow, I don't even know what to say hearing something like that. My condolences, for what it's worth.

[Ima Nasshole]

I'm so sorry for your loss Ras, it seems so senseless you must be crushed inside. As big an honor you may think your pursuit of an education was to her, I can tell you it is far too often the little things you did for her and those around you that made her the proudest.

Your mother raised a fine son, take pride in that. Please accept my heart felt condolences for your loss, and may you over time find peace in honoring her memory.

Scott

[hp]

Sorry to hear of your loss. The loving person she was and wonderful direction in life is living on in you. Keep the course for her. Don't forget that the pain you feel is because of the joy she brought to you and that is something you will always have.

[Cogburn]

She was the reason I worked so hard on my education, and with her help, got into Brown University myself. I discussed everything I did academically in the hopes that she would be proud of me, and she was right there to discuss the topics in depth.

I really hope that she knew how much I loved her at the end.
As a parent I value little else beyond those kinds of conversations.

I'm sure she knew and that she's anxiously waiting to have them with you again.

Separation is ever only temporary.

My thoughts are with you.

[skunk]

I'm sorry to hear about your mother Ras. God bless.

[Snow Crash]

Sorry for your loss Ras. It's never easy losing someone, let alone so suddenly, and in such a cruel fashion. My heartfelt condolences, man.

[lala]

O Ras that horrible, your poor family it must be terrible for you all . . . I wish there was some words that would releive your pain, but only time will be your slow healer . . . Just remember that your'll always carry her in your heart and I'm sure she was very proud to have you as her son . . . Take care and keep making her proud . . . .

[FancyFree]

Ras, i'm heartbroken for you and your family. My deepest, sincerest condolences for you and yours. So very sorry hun.

[Bitchkoma]

Shit, that sucks, man. I offer you my condolences, though it probably wouldn't really help. You have it anyway.

[WarlordZeroOne]

So sorry for you Ras, when someone loses a mother whom they Love they also have a part of them inside that also Dies, my Deepest sympathy goes out to you Ras. God Rest her Soul.

[Foxtrot Oscar]

At times such as this: words fail me.

Love and thoughts.

Fox

[mur]

I'm sorry to hear of this personal tragedy...both my parents are still alive and I'm very close with them.

I can't imagine just how heartbroken I will be when their time comes.

I wish you as much peace as possible during this difficult period

[Lexion]

My deepest sympathies, bro.

Lex

[boycotteverything]

I'm really glad to see how highly regarded Ras is here as evidenced by these heart felt condolences. And knowing that the acorn never falls far from the oak- how highly we regard his mum as well. A little bit of peace for you now, little brother. Our love for you is sincere and very well deserved.

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[Ducky]

Very very sad to hear about what happened to your Mom Ras :(
Lost my father this past November. It's so hard to come to grips when it happens. I DO know.

If you ever need to talk...

I'm here for you.

[GhostOfCaptSpaulding]

I'm sorry to hear of your loss, Ras.

Dysfunctional though it may be, you're amongst family here.

Peace brother...

[mojo]

so sorry ras, my thoughts are with you and yours, losing a parent or a sibling is heartbreaking.

there's plenty of friends shoulders here if you ever feel the need to unload.

[rasobasi420]

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/bostonglobe/obituary.aspx?n=celeste-marie-sullivan&pid=130446878

My sister, Maye, wrote the obit, in case you couldn't tell.

[Cogburn]

Worthy of posting. One more Google hit for your mom.
[offsite=http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/bostonglobe/obituary.aspx?n=celeste-marie-sullivan&pid=130446878:2ezz1z9b][inmg=left:2ezz1z9b]http://mi-cache.legacy.com/legacy/images/Cobrands/BostonGlobe/Photos/BG-2000200667-i-1.JPG_20090727.jpg[/inmg:2ezz1z9b]Dr. Celeste Marie Sullivan

SULLIVAN, Dr. Celeste Marie 54, died Tuesday, July 21st from injuries sustained in a tragic accident. She leaves two sons, Bernard Henson and Obasi Osborne; and two daughters, Maye Osborne and Mary Sullivan Niebles; her sister, Claudia Salloom and her niece Anne Salloom. She was born April 1, 1955 in Boston, the daughter of Dr. William L. and Carol (Saurwein) Sullivan. Celeste was a 1970 graduate of Windsor Mountain High School, earned her BA from Worcester State, her Master's Degree in Egyptology, and in 2005 her Ph.D. in Linguistic Anthropology, with a specialty in Urdu studies, from Brown University. Celeste will be remembered as a unique and gifted person. She had the ability to repair a diesel engine, navigate a yacht or translate the hieroglyphics on Ramses tomb. At the time or her death, she was in the process of turning her doctoral thesis into a book. She was a loving mother, caring friend and a truly amazing woman whose zest for life had no boundaries. The happiest time of her life was assisting her daughter Maye in the planning of her wedding. A Memorial Service will be held, Wednesday, July 29th at 4:00 PM in the Manning Chapel at Brown University. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. O'Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue, WORCESTER, is directing arrangements.

Published in The Boston Globe on 7/27/2009[/offsite:2ezz1z9b]

[boycotteverything]

Celeste's Guest Book http://www.legacy.com/gb2/default.aspx?bookid=5291530155550

[guinnessford]

My thoughts are with you, my friend.

Sad days, but hopefully the sorrow wont last too long.

I used to live up Thayer street for 12 years, really miss the area.

Brown U has some really nice people, staff and students.

[MBF]

Sorry to hear of your loss, she was not much older than me. It is not only a loss to you and your family, but to the entire world to lose someone like her.

[Connie]

We are all the poorer for her lose. I would have loved to meet her. I lost my own Mom on June 15, to cancer. Its hard to lose a Mother at any age. It must be terrible to lose her to a careless driver. I'm sure she was proud of you. My thoughts are with you.

[Watcher-In-The-Shadows]

Dood that sucks.
Sorry to hear it.