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Robert Sullivan Obituary

SULLIVAN, Robert A. Suddenly, formerly of Milton and Plymouth, in FL, October 10. Devoted father of Deborah A. Davis of Rockland, Denice M. Blakely of FL, and Robert A. Sullivan, Jr. of Weymouth. Beloved son of the late John J. and Mary (Shaughnessy) Sullivan. Brother of John J. of Worcester and James M. Sullivan of Plymouth and the late Mary Fitzgerald and Lorraine Sullivan. Loving grandfather of Monica A. and Michael R. Sullivan and Morgan J. Blakely. Funeral Mass at St. Elizabeth's Church, Milton, Friday morning at 10. Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON, Thursday 4-8 PM. Late employee of Boston Globe. Late member of Teamsters Local #259. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Greater Boston Diabetes Society, 1980 Centre St., West Roxbury 02032. www.alfreddthomas.com. Alfred T. Thomas Funeral Home Milton 617-696-4200

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 15, 2008.

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Lelani & Jeff Clayton

October 17, 2008

Denice and Family,
I am sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and peace during this time. We miss you Denice.

Morgan Blakely

October 16, 2008

Grampa i love you! Thank you for everything.. though, i may not remeber you , i will always hear about our memorys. Miss You
Grampa's Angel
Morgan Jade Blakely

Monica Sullivan

October 16, 2008

Dearest Grampa,
I cant even begin to explain how much i am going to miss you. You've left a great imprint on my heart & i will carry you with everyday of my life. I love you so much & i'll make you proud Grampa.
Love Always & Forever
Your Beloved Grandaughter
Monica Ashley Sullivan

Lee Lynne

October 16, 2008

"My little orphan muffin" and family, we are very sorry for your loss.
Keep the faith, Love Lee Lynne and the kids XOXO

Michael Sullivan

October 16, 2008

Grandpa. I will never forget you, everday that goes by i will be thinking of you. You may be gone but my memories of you will never leave me. I love you alway love Michael.

robert sullivan

October 16, 2008

Dad you are going to be sorely missed . You will always be in my heart. not one day will go by that i dont think about you and all the memorys i have of you.rest in peace.love always your son rob

The Boston Globe Medical Department

October 15, 2008

To the Sullivan Family:

Please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of Bob. He was a friend to many, kind, generous and loyal. He will be sadly missed.

Uncle AJ & Auntie Patty Borden

October 15, 2008

We know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. Your dad will spiritually continue to live in you hearts & participate in every act, thought, & dicision that you make. His love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared his love. May God bless each one of you to get thru these rough days. Our love & prayers go out to all of you. May God bless you with strength to get thru each day. We will always be there for you. Love Uncle AJ, Auntie Patty, Cousins Cheryl, Michelle & Jen

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