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1926
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2017
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Joseph Sullivan Obituary
A native Savannahian, Joe was born on October 25, 1926 where he raised his family. He enlisted in the Army then served with the 117th. Air National Guard for 40 years before retiring as Lt. Colonel.
He was a communicant of St. James Catholic Church, was active in their bible study group and also, received the Diocese of Savannah Bishop Gartland service award. Joe was a 50-year member of the Exchange Club of Savannah where he served as President as well as Chairman of the Fair Board. Joe was an avid golfer, played with the Senior Blitz and even recorded a hole-in-one (he states that he had 2 but we cannot verify). He was a member of the MPC of Savannah, Chairman of the Republican Party, Chairman of the Senior Citizens Board and past President of the Insurance Agents of Savannah.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Helen Rovolis Sullivan, son Richard (Beth), daughter Sharon Stewart (Dick), son Michael (Carolyn), son Shane (Deborah) and brother Dan (Emily). Nine Grandchildren and 14 3/4 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 21, 2017 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with the Rosary at 7:00 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be at held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 2017 at St. James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitfield Avenue.
Interment will follow in the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be grandchildren: Trey, Nicolas, Shane, Jr., Jonathan, Cliff and Michael, Jr.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances be made in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN., St. James Catholic Church, Wounded Warriors or the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Sullivan
6 Entries
Colleen Sullivan Gainey
April 29, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Joe's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Alice and Bubber Hodges
April 23, 2017
So sorry to learn of Joe's death. We always enjoyed our times with him. He was a good man. Our love to Helen and family.
Alice and Bubber Hodges
Genie Brazzeal
April 21, 2017
RIP, Joe!
Chris Magee
April 21, 2017
Like so many of my father's friends, Joe Sullivan was a true model of friendship and decency. He was someone I always admired, trusted and looked up to - even after I eventually grew to be a little taller. I always felt that Joe Sullivan as a role model was so far beyond any aspiration I could strive to attain; and at the same time, he was never out of reach to any of his friends to offer help and advice. It was an honor and a pleasure to have known Joe in life - for more actual years than I knew my own father - and as far back as I can remember. I wish all of Joe's family - and all those whose hearts are as heavy as mine as a result of our loss of this great man - the peace that comes with knowing we were all very fortunate to have known the very best a human can be as a friend, father and husband.
Chris
April 21, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Apr
21
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors - Hodgson Chapel7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
Apr
21
Rosary
7:00 p.m.
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors - Hodgson Chapel7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
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