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Jack Sullivan Obituary

Jack Sullivan May 17, 1915-Oct. 3, 2010 Born 95 years ago in San Francisco, California. Jack passed on peacefully at home in Los Gatos, CA. surrounded by his loving family on Sunday. Son of Irish immigrants from counties Cork and Kerry, Jack graduated from St. Mary's High School in Berkeley, CA. He spent over 65 years in the dried fruit industry 20 of which at Rosenberg Bros. in San Francisco; 26 years as the General Sales Manager for Mayfair Packing Co. in San Jose, Ca. and 15 years as a business consultant for Wilbur Packing Co. in Yuba City, Ca. As an industry leader, Jack traveled the world promoting California dried fruits and nuts, however his favorite travels were visiting his Irish and English relatives. He is survived by his beloved wife Pat of 67 years, his children Nancy (Michael Apicelli), John (Kina Sullivan), James (Jackie Marr), Margi (Bill van Dyk), Terry, Jane, grandchildren Meghan (Kevin Forrester), Caitlin, Daniel, Jamie, Colette, Jake, Cody and great-grandson Ethan Boone. His charming personality and witty ability to turn a phrase will be missed by all who knew him. He leaves behind an indelible legacy of spirit. Funeral Mass on Oct. 8, 2010 at 10:30 AM at St. Mary's 219 Bean Ave. Los Gatos, Ca. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HospiceValley.org

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 7, 2010.

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Nancy Mitchell

November 19, 2010

Dear Margi,

Thank you so much for the phone call to let me know about your Father's passing. It was so nice to speak with him at Nora's service. What sweet friends, Jack and Nora Sullivan were to my Mother and Father, Chuck and Anne Mitchell. We enjoyed the stories of the past at Sacred Heart, Holy Names and St. Mary's and all the special times they shared throughout their lives. Our condolences to your Mother, Pat and to your Family. We shall miss them both. They were dear, dear classmates and friends of our parents.

The Mitchell Family

Mike Olenczuk

October 17, 2010

Nancy, John, Jimmy and Family:

I was saddened to read of the passing of your father. Please accept my condolences. I think it's neat that he lived to 95. He had a full life.

Sandi Jacobs

October 14, 2010

Margi and Family
Your friends and family at SideMark send you our love and warm wishes. What an amazing life he had! We're here for you

October 7, 2010

Margi,
I am very sorry to read that your dad passed away. My best wishes to you and your family. Bonnie Metzger

Michael Nicholls

October 7, 2010

Jack was a good friend and excellent mentor to many of us in the food industry. I am honored to have known him and benefit from his advice throughout my years in the business!

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. (May he rest in peace.)

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