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Timothy Sullivan Obituary
Biddeford, ME — Biddeford, Maine - Timothy George Sullivan. age 71, passed away on September 2, 2021. Born in Manchester, NH, he was the son of Germaine J. Tellier and George A. "Bud" Sullivan, and brother of Daniel R. Sullivan.
Educated at the Universities of Vermont, West Virginia and NH, Tim had a long, distinguished career in the field of developmental disabilities. In this capacity, Tim worked at the Laconia State School and Training Center, as a teacher at the Pleasant St. School in Laconia, NH, for the State of NH, and most recently, for almost thirty years as the State Director for NH for the Institute of Professional Practice, a non-profit serving those with developmental disabilities.
For his lifetime of service, Tim received the Legacy Leaders' Circle Award from the Anchor Foundation, for "Leadership, Innovation, Inclusion and Celebration" of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Tim was well known for his big personality, his robust laugh, his wit, and humor.
He loved his children Savannah and Aidan beyond measure. Their friends were always welcomed into his home to join family members around the table, where lively, surprising conversations unfolded with Tim's exaggerated storytelling.
The ocean, gardening, reading, music and rousing conversations gave Tim great joy. His curiosity about life and his respect for the personal history of everyone he met were also endless sources of fascination for him.
Tim's generosity of spirit and heart, his fierce advocacy, the many kindnesses he extended towards others, and his well of compassion and abiding dedication to family and friends are what will be remembered and missed forever.
Tim is survived by his two children, Aidan Mirisola-Sullivan and Savannah Mirisola-Sullivan, both of Portland, ME, his ex-wife of 47 years and lifelong friend, Susan C. Mirisola of Kennebunk, ME and many family members and friends, all of whom are grateful to have experienced Tim's bright presence in their lives.
Donations in Tim's name can be made at equalitymaine.org.
A celebration of life is planned for 2022; please contact family members for details.
Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, Saco has been entrusted with his arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Jan Knox
October 12, 2021
Susan, I´m so sorry. I´ve sent you a private message via FB...
Michelle Cutting
October 5, 2021
So many happy memories of working with Tim at IPP for 25+ years. I was grateful he gave me so many opportunities to do so many different jobs and helped me grow professionally and personally. His encouragement and support were such a blessing to me! He will be truly missed!
Cate Barraford
September 30, 2021
I remember with such fondness Tim's lively spirit. We had many good conversations when the kids were little and we were on chaperoning trips or at a BYBA field. I also remember Tim recounting the dinner conversation at your house with Aidan and Julia around larva vs magma and the tears. Many good memories.
Our dinner parties were always more fun with Tim. We will miss him and we're sad to see him go.
~ Cate, Julia and Elliot
Jackie Weaver
September 29, 2021
When I first heard about Tim´s passing, I immediately remembered him as a teenager, his left elbow on the door of his convertible, his right hand on the steering wheel, and that amazing smile that made everyone feel like they really mattered. His laugh, wit, intelligence, and gusto will stay with me forever. I hope you are somewhere dancing up a storm with Janis Joplin, Tim. I bet she remembered you and that close call on the dance floor at Hampton Beach.
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