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John Sullivan Obituary

Of Quincy, January 18, 2007. The beloved husband of 60 years to Claire (Fanning) Sullivan. Father of Maureen Riley of Quincy, Patricia and her husband Ronald Adams of Weymouth, Rev. John P. Sullivan and his wife Jill of Norfolk and Rev. Claire Sullivan of Lynn. Brother of Helen Fanning of Quincy and the late Mary Sullivan. Devoted grandfather of Dennis Abbott, John Abbott and his wife Kristen, Colleen & Caitlin Riley, Ronald Adams and his wife Lynn, Michael & Kevin Adams, Jessica and her husband Jared Bain, USMC, Daniel Patrick, Abigail Crosby, Tyler Russell and Gracie Sullivan. Great grandfather of Ryan, Jake, DeAnna, Emma, Daniel and Caelyn. John is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral from the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., WOLLASTON, Wednesday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in Holy Trinity Parish in Most Blessed Sacrament Church at 10 AM. Visiting hours Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mr. Sullivan may be made to House of Hope Church, 65 Munroe Street, Lynn, MA 01901. Friend of Bill W. WW II Navy Veteran. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions & online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jan. 21, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
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Your granddaughter,Caitlin

February 27, 2007

I miss you Grampa.I think of you alot.Although I am saddened by your absence,I know now you can be the strong,happy,smiling man I remember.It won't be the same,without you at family gatherings,but you will and could never be forgotten.There are great stories to tell for years to come,and I have many beautiful memories of my own.You were and still are the best Grampa.

RAYMOND GOWDY

February 18, 2007

TO ALL OF THE SULLIVAN FAMILY,I ALWAYS THINK OF YOU AND HUG YOU DURING THIS TIME. TAKE CARE I LOVE YOU ALL.

Jody Connolly

January 23, 2007

Pat&Ron

Sorry for your loss my prayers are with you
Jody

Kathy Quigley

January 23, 2007

Maureen & Family,
I am sorry for your loss and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Quigley & Family

Cynthia Tan

January 23, 2007

Maureen and family,
May you get all the blessings you need through these times. Just like when I lost my father, I think of all the good and happy times I had with him and you do the same and surely you'll feel warmed and blessed having him as your wonderful dad and hero.
Maureen, we love you.

Claire Brennan

January 23, 2007

Maureen & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. From the stories you've told, he sounds like a wonderful man and a true "American Hero".
Claire Brennan & Family

Marcia Schepici

January 23, 2007

Maureen & Family,
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Respectfully,
Marcia Schepici

Chris Crowley

January 23, 2007

To the Sullivan family, my condolences on your loss:

Mr. Sullivan was my next door neighbor in Houghs Neck, he was always willing to help out, and was always great with my parents especially in their later years. He will be missed.

Rose & Jim Stratford

January 23, 2007

Pat & Ron,
We were saddened to learn of your great loss. You and your family have our heartfelt sympathy during this difficult time. If we can help in any way, Please let us know. God Bless,
Rose & Jim Stratford

Lois Crowley

January 22, 2007

To the Sullivan clan,
So sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mr. Sullivan's smile and his long swinging strides as he passed our house going to his daily walk.

Michelle Reid

January 22, 2007

Maureen and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May you find comfort in remembering all your wonderful memories of your life with your father.

Donna, Lauren, Sean Flaherty

January 21, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carole and Jerry Sullivan

January 21, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We have fond memories of times spent with John and always enjoyed listening to his stories.

Herb Kearns

January 21, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Grandson Ronnie, Great Grandson Ryan and proud John the Great Grandfather

January 21, 2007

Grampa Sullivan, grandson Ronnie, Grampa Adams

January 21, 2007

dancing at daughter Patricia's wedding 1972

January 21, 2007

June 2001

January 21, 2007

Ron Adams

January 21, 2007

Remembering and celebrating John F. Sullivan in photos...

Peggy Sullivan-Dooling

January 21, 2007

To Maureen & John and Family,

I am sorry to hear that your Dad passed away. Our heartfelt sympathy go out to you for the loss of your beloved Husband,Dad, Grandfather & great grandfather.

Terry White

January 20, 2007

Maureen and family. Please except my sympathy's from me and my family. I loved your dad, and will always remember the laughs we shared together. God Bless, and may your heart be filled with wonderful memories.... Love Terry

Colleen Fanning

January 20, 2007

My dear Aunt Claire,
My thoughts are with you always.
Love,
Colleen

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