Joseph E. Sullivan III

1951 - 2019

Joseph E. Sullivan III obituary, 1951-2019, Swanzey, NH

BORN

1951

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel - Keene

44 Maple Ave

Keene, New Hampshire

Joseph Sullivan Obituary

Joseph E. Sullivan III, 68, of Swanzey, beloved husband, father, and grandfather died unexpectedly in his sleep on November 12, 2019

He was born March 7, 1951 in Lowell, MA, the son of the late Genevieve Sullivan (Bancroft) and Joseph E. Sullivan Jr. He was a graduate of the Immaculate Conception Grammar School in Lowell, Xavier High School in Concord, MA, and attended St. Anselm College.

After working in the family business, Sullivan Brothers Printers, one of the country's largest sports printing firms, he began a long career in the parimutuel racing industry at Rockingham Park in Salem and later went on to manage Foxboro Racetrack and was the longtime owner and operator of Hinsdale Greyhound Park. However, he found his true calling in recent years through his work as a direct support provider with Chesco, Inc., which provides services to those with disabilities. He cared deeply about every one of his clients and had recently been nominated for direct support person of the year for the Monadnock Region.

Never without a good cigar in hand, he was a gracious host, a history buff, and a keen observer of sports and politics who will be missed by many.

In addition to his wife of nearly 45 years, Virginia (Gaffey), he is survived by his two daughters, Meghan (Patrick Belica) of Washington, DC, Briana (Alex Radetsky) of New York, NY; three grandchildren whom he adored, Harold Belica, Mabel Radetsky, and Margaret Belica; two sisters, Mary Anna Sullivan (Joel Epstein) of Lowell, Ellen Sullivan (Jim McClutchy) of Plum Island, MA; two nieces, Alix Epstein (Carter), Kate Epstein (Sarah Raab), and one nephew, Mike Epstein (Elizabeth Pisarik).

Memorial contributions may be made to Chesco, Inc. PO Box 561, Keene, NH 03431.

Calling Hours will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019 from 4 to 7pm. in the funeral chapel. A mass will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 10am. in St. Bernards Church, Parish of the Holy Spirit, 185 Main St. Keene, NH. 03431. Burial will take place later. All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com

Published by Brattleboro Reformer on Nov. 15, 2019.
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I was saddened to learn of Joe's passing today and want to pass on my condolences to his family.

Joe was a year ahead of me at Xavier and showed me the ropes as a freshman. For a couple of years we waited at the bus stop together for the ride to Concord, swapping stories, talking Red Sox and all things Belvidere.

Before that, lots of memories playing baseball in the Summit Street backyard.

Unfortunately our paths never crossed again after Xavier but I remember him now as a good friend, a great guy and lots of childhood and teenage good times shared.

Rest in peace, "Joey."

Jimmy Pollard

November 22, 2019

Very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I have great memories of visiting Hinsdale during my years at WMUR and Joe always rolling out the red carpet for us. Just a great guy and a real sportsman. Sorry I lost touch with Joe as he was so interesting to talk sports and politics with. My sympathies to the family.

Charlie Sherman

November 21, 2019

Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Nothing but great memories of the Xavier High School days, visiting your home and always gracious family, and carousing the Belvedere neighborhood. Joe was truly a good friend. My deepest sympathy to you all.

John Crane

Friend

November 17, 2019

I met Joe when working with him at DeMoulas on Rt 38. He was a great and enthusiastic friend. He would pick up Ricky Maloney and I in his beautiful blue 62 Chevy convertible and head out. Then life took us all down different roads. Ricky passed away in recent years, now Joe. Good, good memories, my condolences to the entire family. This is sad news. God bless you Joe. Mike

Mike Bowie

November 16, 2019

Mike Bowie

November 16, 2019

Sad to hear the news of Joe's passing...he was a good friend from a great family to grow up with in Lowell....Best to all family members...

Dennis Scannell

November 15, 2019

Sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. Our thoughts are with you Ginna and family.

Judy Mitchell Carriere

November 15, 2019

My deepest condolences to Ellen and the entire Sullivan family.

Elaine Hall

November 15, 2019

My condolences to Ginna, Megan, Buzz and their families. Rest in Peace to my dear friend and Mentor. You will be missed!

Joe Morris

November 15, 2019

James Shannon

November 15, 2019

Our deepest sympathies to the Sullivan family.

Rebecca and Peter Hallissy
Cape Cod

November 15, 2019

My goodness... so many memory's of our Days in belvedere... on Summit St. RIP Joe..

Philip & Lynne Scannell

November 15, 2019

Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May your treasured memories of Joseph always fill your heart with love and peace

November 14, 2019

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Elaine DeNapoli

November 14, 2019

Joseph was a good, kind man. He will be dearly missed. Peace and prayers to his family. Suzy Pesa

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Calling hours

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel - Keene

44 Maple Ave, Keene, NH 03431

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16

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10:00 a.m.

St. Bernards Church, Parish of the Holy Spirit

185 Main St., Keene, NH

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44 Maple Ave, Keene, NH 03431

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