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Richard Sullivan Obituary
Jackson
Dr. Richard Sullivan, 76, passed away Friday, June 2nd at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Dr. Sullivan was the retired professor emeritus and chair of the chemistry department at JSU. Dr. Sullivan earned his Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from South Carolina State College in 1963 and was commissioned 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Artillery where he served two years in Germany. After returning to civilian life he worked several years as a chemist at the Naval Ordnance Station in Indian Head, Maryland while earning his doctorate in physical chemistry from Howard University in 1972. Dr. Sullivan was a chemistry professor at Fayetteville State College for one year before joining the chemistry faculty at Jackson State University, in 1974. He was a member of Pearl Street AME Church where he sang in the male choir and quartet. Dr. Sullivan was also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He was a former avid golfer. He is survived by his wife Dr. Hursie Davis-Sullivan; two daughters Dr. Eboni Sullivan of Nashville, TN and Emani Sullivan of Jackson, MS; four sons Ali Sullivan of Atlanta, GA, Jamal Sullivan of New York, NY, Jomar and Emmanuel Sullivan of Jackson, MS; two sisters Carolyn Y. Sullivan and Theresa S. Allen of Laurens, South Carolina; three brothers Harold B., Rev. Guy E. and John F. (Sonny) Sullivan of Laurens, South Carolina. Funeral services are scheduled for Friday, June 9th at 11:00 a.m., Pearl Street AME Church with burial in Garden Memorial Park. Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
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Betsy Hathorn Barnes
June 9, 2017
To Hursie & Sullivan Family, my sincere sympathy on the loss of a great man in so many lives. News of Richard's passing knocked the wind out of me and I am still feeling the effects. I know you miss him too but take comfort in knowing God gave him eternal, peaceful rest. He's your everlasting Angel, watching over all he left behind. God bless you, my friend. I weep with you. You're all in my prayers. See you in church soon. Love,
Rechelle Harrion
June 9, 2017
I send my condolences to Richard's family during this time of bereavement. I was the secretary in the Chemistry Department at Jackson State University, 1984 to 1988, when he was Department Chair. He had a long lasting impact on me professionally, and I am forever grateful. Peace and blessings to all who loved him.
Clarissa Dianne Hansford
June 8, 2017
Love and peace to you through the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Richard was always an inspiration to me. Sorry I cannot be there with you. You are in our prayers. Cousin Dianne
Porter Bankhead
June 8, 2017
I consider Richard a good person, and a close friend and fraternity brother. We were commissioned 2LT in the Army's Air Defense Command and did officer basic together at Fort Bliss. We shared interests in the huge contributions South Carolina State College made in the lives of so many young people and worked together up until his death to rebuild the University. He always answered the call when making contributions to SCSU. His death brings sadness and to his family I pray that they will continue to be blessed as they were with him.
Porter Bankhead
Washington, DC
Roger Leaks, Jr.
June 8, 2017
Very sorry to hear of the passing of my fellow chemistry classmate from SC State University. Richard was always a great competitor, a great student and he always thought he could beat me singing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God bless each of you.
Hillman and Jean Frazier
June 7, 2017
Please know that that the Dr. Richard Sullivan family is in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. Sullivan touched the lives of many people. Our State was a better place because of him. May God continue to bless and keep you. Hillman and Jean Frazier
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