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James Sullivan Obituary
Born in Bronxville, NY to Sean and Kathleen Bell Sullivan, he attended Wahconah Regional High School and St. Joseph High School.
James married the former Kristine L. Mason on September 2, 1995 at Grace Episcopal Church in Dalton.
After high school Sully moved to Ireland to work alongside his father. When he returned to the US he found his groove with P&P Construction. He traveled the country running major construction projects and making lifelong friendships. He was the owner and operator of Sullivan Sanitation Services from 2015 until his passing.
Nothing electrified Sully the way music did. Not a day went by without him picking a guitar, humming something new, or just jamming out to his favorite songs. Many of his closest friends were from the music world in Berkshire County, many of them playing in multiple bands with Big Jim over the years.
You could find him almost every weekend playing somewhere, with friends or alone, for a crowd. It was always hard to tell who was having more fun - Big Jim or the people he was playing for.
Sully was passionate about politics and a good debate. He loved the town of Hinsdale and hoped to leave his mark on it. He was currently holding office as a Selectman in Hinsdale.
He is survived by his wife, Kristine Sullivan of Hinsdale; daughter, Britany Sullivan; two sons, Justin Sullivan and Ryan Sullivan. Two brothers, Walter Sullivan of CA and Bryan Sullivan of Pittsfield. Three sisters, Colleen Sullivan of CA, Maurya Sullivan of CA, and Siobhan Sullivan of Richmond. He also leaves behind his granddaughter, Jaylynn Sullivan and beloved step-mother Sheila.
He was predeceased by his father, mother, and a younger brother, Sean Sullivan.
FUNERAL NOTICE: There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date in the Summer. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Berkshire Humane Society in care of DERY-FOLEY FUNERAL HOME, 890 E. Main St, Dalton, MA 01226.
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Marsha Winters
January 28, 2022
Jim was a great guy. Always the kindest man. My deepest condolences.
CHRISTIAN AND LINDA
January 11, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. He was such a nice guy. He always made us smile. Your loss is so huge, try to remember
The great times. We will
All miss him!
James Pinna
January 11, 2022
I worked with sully at Camp Russel. I laughed all summer. He was one of a kind. Rest in peace brother sully
Tommy Moore
January 9, 2022
So sorry to hear of Sully passing, what a big hearted guy, loved hearing him play up on stage, what a great musician, Sully will be missed by many, especially all his band mates, Rock on Sully, RIP my friend
John J Donnelly Jr
January 8, 2022
I played with Sully many times. He also played from his Heart at my late brothers benefit, SGT Terry Donnelly. He sang many times with my band No Big Heads. His soulful voice filled the room. Rest in peace Brother.You Deserve it. John Donnelly Jr
Kevin Love and family
January 8, 2022
Kristine and family I am so sorry for your loss, I had so many good times with sully over the years, he had a big heart and was always there when needed. I will miss him, as so many will. Our hearts have a void. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
David Terry
January 8, 2022
My heart was broken on New Year's Eve Jim. I loved reconnecting with you after all those years and enjoyed our frequent conversations. You were one of my oldest friends and I will miss you greatly. Godspeed my friend.
To Kristine and the rest of Jim's family, my deepest and most sincere condolences to you all. Jimmy was an awesome presence and I know how deeply he loved you all. God bless
Dave Healey
January 8, 2022
To the Sullivan Family,
I had the great fortune of playing tunes with Sully on more than one occasion. He had a passion for Southern Rock, playing Skynyrd, Hatchett and others. As an organizer, he was top notch, lining up the bands & running the stage for the Boy's Club Lighthouse Reunions and helping coordinate the Dalton Shindig events. Yep, Sully cast a big shadow and made it difficult to fill his boots. He will be sorely missed by all that knew him...me included.
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Dave & Helen Healey, Beverly Hills, FL
Muscles
January 8, 2022
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Rock the sky´s
Love ya man
Fred & Georgia
January 8, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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