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1994
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2017
Sean Sullivan Obituary
1994 - 2017
Sean Patrick Sullivan was born August 19, 1994 in The Woodlands, Texas. He attended Timberline High School, where he studied Japanese and graduated in 2012. In 2013, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he trained to be a Navy Corpsman. He served at the 29 Palms Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center as a field medic for the Marines training to deploy to Iraq and Afghanistan. While stationed there he earned his Fleet Marine Force pin, for which he was very proud. He was honorably discharged in 2016 and eventually returned to his home in Boise, Idaho.
He was a brilliant, caring, thoughtful young man, but was struggling with depression and mental illness. On the evening of November 4, 2017, Sean shot and killed himself. He was so full of potential and we hoped that this would be just a stage in his life. He was 23 and had so much left in the world to see and experience. If you are reading this and need help, please take the step and seek it. Know that you are not alone. For those who may know someone who needs help, please take the time to reach out. Depression and mental illness does a great job of pushing people away and isolating it's victims. Push back.
He is survived by his mother, Vicki Sullivan and his brother, Bryan Grimes. In lieu of flowers we ask that you please donate what you can to the Disabled American Veterans in memoriam of Sean. The DAV does a tremendous amount of work to assist our young men and women veterans in transitioning back to civilian life as well helping those in crisis. They are a non-profit charity and have been advocating for veterans since 1920. Donations can be made at www.DAV.org or by phone at (877) 647-8387. Funeral services will be held at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery, Tuesday the 14th at 1pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior.
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JODY W STAHL
January 16, 2021
RIP Doc - you are a hero - thank you for your service.
Semper Fi, Brother....
Steven Scanlin
November 15, 2017
As the Senior Board Member of the American Association of Navy Hospital Corpsmen, I want to send my sincere condolences to you and your family. The words of his fellow Corpsmen and Marines speak powerfully for what a fine young man he was and we are all the lesser for his passing. I feel particularly sad because we both live in Boise and I wish I could have done something to prevent his loss. My thoughts are with you at this time. Steven F. Scanlin, Chief Hospital Corpsman (Honorary), USNR (Former).
Corey Morrison
November 15, 2017
Wish we could've talked more, it was good to talk to you while I had the chance. Was hoping to see you again someday when I take a road trip out there. I wish you would've reached out to me, I wish I could've talked to you before this maybe I could've helped. I'll miss you man.
Andy Rogero
November 14, 2017
I was his squad leader at Field Medical Training. Sean was a very talented and a very smart guy. Sean, brother, I can't believe you're gone. You may rest and peace, brother!
November 14, 2017
My deepest condolences to your family. I remember Sean fondly from high school theater. He was always so nice and entertaining. I'm proud of his service to our country. May your family find peace among this difficult time. Thank you for bringing mental health and the importance of it to light and trying to help others that may be in the same position.
Susan Mackey
November 14, 2017
Sean - you were a good friend to my kids, and so smart and funny ! You will be dearly missed
S. Bagwell
November 13, 2017
Your son was an excellent Corpsmen. I hope that you can take pride and embrace during this time knowing that he had a great impact on many of us in the Marine Corps. My deepest condolences for your loss. Semper Fidelis Doc! - Corporal Bagwell, USMC.
In 2013, I returned from my first and only combat deployment in Afghanistan. In the Marine Corps, we have the greatest Corpsmen who watch out for us.. but they always come with a little dose of crazy, almost mad scientest like. Nonetheless! Corpsmen are a different breed. It takes a little crazy to fall in line with Marines. We had already a Corpsmen like this, Doc Steinhardt. I didn't think the Navy could actually send us someone with more crazy in their blood than him, but naturally they have to one up themselves and they send us Doc Sullivan..First Gunnery back stateside and I'm walking to my tank. I notice this fresh faced kid, brand new Corpsmen with our company. I don't say this lightly, when I first met Doc Sully, you just knew he fit perfect as a Corpsmen for Delta Company. Smart Doc, always willing learn, following Steinhardt around, always trying to learn from him! Doc Sullivan had his quirks; it was that small dose of crazy beaming out of him, almost like it was saying, "Look at me Marines! I can be just as bloodthirsty and wild as you." Sully was a professional in his craft and never shirked away from duties at hand. I'll never forget the Corpsmen that took care of the Marines of Delta company. One of the first things Sullivan ever said to me was, "You think I can shoot one of those tanks someday?" I told him to pick up his pen and notebook and go take some vitals. His response, without hesitation, "If you ever spontaneously combust out here, I'm gonna throw more gasoline on you." There couldn't be a more perfect response. Sully fit like a glove in Delta. Where the brave may live forever, Valhalla greets you.
November 13, 2017
Doc, when I heard that you had passed I could not believe it. I am glad I had the opportunity to serve along side you. I will always be grateful for your help during my retirement. Semper Fi!
Stephanie Morgan
November 13, 2017
I never knew Sean, but I know depression. I am so sorry for your loss, you will be in my prayers. Thank you for sharing your loss and helping others to know that there is help.
Barbara Hicks
November 13, 2017
so sorry to hear about Sean's death. I applaud you for hoping to help other people through this tragedy.
I remember a little Sean coming over to shovel the snow off my walk.
your former neighbor,
barb
Patrice
November 13, 2017
May the thought of knowing that friends family and God share your grief be of comfort to your family Pro 17:17
Jo Henderson
November 12, 2017
Vicki-- I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Sean as a brilliant and sweet young man.
Jo Henderson
Candace Barrows
November 12, 2017
So very sorry for your loss!
November 11, 2017
I went to high school without Sean and we shared many friends. He always made me laugh. It hurts my heart to hear about his tragic death. He was very smart, clever, brave, and friendly. He had a way of making everyone feel like his friend. I remember going to parties where I didn't know many people, but he always made me feel included and comfortable. I don't think I ever had a conversation with him where he didn't end up making me laugh. I remember him doing a skit class and I laughed until I cried and my sides hurt. I remember the way he walked and the way he smiled at everyone and would talk to even complete strangers like he had known them for years. I'm so sorry to hear about this. I will never forget him. I know the suffering of depression too well and I will think of him often for the rest of my life. He will be remembered for all the remarkable things he was. He was truly one of a kind.
November 11, 2017
Our sincere condolences to your family. Our son graduated with Sean and also served in the Marine Corps in San Diego. He is out now, and coming home for Sean's funeral. We'll share a funny story with you on how Sean helped him out one late night in San Diego...
I cannot imagine what you are going through and our prayers are for your family and for Sean.
God Bless You,
Andrea, Jim, and Dan Lanning, USMC LCpl
Boise, ID
November 11, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are will the Sullivan family during this time. I pray you find peace and comfort in your memories and family during this unfathomly difficult time.
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