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Jimmy Sullivan Obituary
Funeral: 11:30 a.m. Friday in Greenwood Chapel, with the Rev. Richard Morris officiating. Burial: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Greenwood Funeral Home.
Memorials: May be made to the American Cancer Lymphoma Society.
Pallbearers: Tommy Tucker, Ray Dunaway, Marvin Balch, Kent Worley, Melvie Renfro and Bo Whatley.
Jimmy Dwayne Sullivan was born May 11, 1943, in Fort Worth. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. J.D. greeted everyone he met with a genuine smile and a hardy handshake. He opened his heart and home to many friends and was never too busy to lend a hand when called upon to make repairs or keep a watchful eye out for a wayward camel. Throughout his life, he shared his experiences, friendship and guidance to anyone in need.
J.D. graduated from Castleberry High School in 1961 and worked a number of odd jobs until choosing a career as a police officer with the Fort Worth Police Department in 1969. He eventually was promoted to the rank of sergeant before retiring in 1996 after 29 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Fort Worth. During his law enforcement career, J.D. took a real interest in training opportunities, whether instructing the new rookies on the street or trying to teach the veterans a new driving technique during in-service. He enjoyed fellowship, fishing and spending time with his family, especially those grandkids.
J.D. was a member and past master of the River Oaks Masonic Lodge, and served as executive secretary for the Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Video Association.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roger and Nona Faye Sullivan.
Survivors: Wife, Paula; sons, Dean Sullivan and his wife, Janice, of Cleburne and Roger Sullivan and his wife, Jeanne, of Fort Worth; grandchildren, Misty, Ellaina, Joshua, Corbin and Clayton; great-grandson, Logan; brother, Charles Sullivan of Pelican Bay; sister, Rodera Perkins and her husband, Fred, of Cottondale; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jimmy Sullivan
Tina Hearne Gardner
June 6, 2007
Dwayne was a very special man. He had a very gentle spirit. Whenever I was around him, he gave me a sense of calmness and peacefulness. He was always willing to lend a hand. I remember once when I was single & he & Paula helped me get a house ready to move into. It was a very old house that needed lots of work. Oh my gosh, how he & Paula worked hard scraping windows and re-grouting around them! He was willing to do anything for anyone! He was a man of honor & treated everyone with respect. What a wonderful example he gave all of us. I pray that we will honor him by remembering and adopting some of his awesome qualities in our own day to day lives.
With love and heartfelt sympathy to Paula, Roger, Dean & his entire family.
Tina Hearne Gardner
John Kennedy
June 5, 2007
JD was the ultimate Gentleman and I feel honored to have known him.
John F Kennedy
Consulatant Forensic Scientist (UK)
Jane Powell McGee
June 3, 2007
I saw Dwayne only once we graduated. It was at a meeting for CHS 20 Year reunion. I was struck by the face that he was still the nice person he was in high school. We had a long talk, and brought each other up on our lives since graduation. He was sweet to me as a teenager and sweet to me at the reunion. I was saddened to hear of his passing. My sympathy goes out to the family.
Shannon W. Crowson
May 30, 2007
Dwayne was a friend to all he dealt with and a friend to those in need. I recall many time we spoke to each other and how every time we ended up taling for hours. When I was down, Dwayne picked me up. When I had a questions, Dwayne had a reply. When I called or e-maile dto check on him and his condition, he always had a kind word and never seemed to me to be thinking of the negitive. Where most would be upset or say "Why me lord" Dwayne never showed that to me, he was always smaile and how are you kind of guy. I will miss those long talks and long e-mails, but I will always have the memory of theme. If I could have half the smile and attitude Dwayne had, I would be miles ahead of the game. My heart goes out the Sullivan family, Paula,Dean,Roger,Charles,Rodera and grandchildern as well as the other family members and friends who will miss Dwayne. Your are top notch in my book Dwayne, My the Lord God Bless your family.
With all do respects,
Tom perkins
May 28, 2007
I never had the opportunity to meet JD, but if he served with Uncle Dale on the police then he must have been a great guy.
Don VanderKooi
May 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers to the Sullivan family. It was an honor to have crossed paths with JD. Although I did not get to know him as well as others, if you're part of the LEVA family - you knew JD Sullivan. Thanks for sharing such a great gentleman with us all. He will be sadly missed; remembered forever.
Mary Ann Best
May 26, 2007
Our sincerest sympathy goes out to
you: Paula, Dean, Roger and your
families. We were so saddened to hear of Dwayne's passing. Dwayne
was my second cousin. I never met
him, but we had been in contact via
email for the last two or three
years. My dad, Jim Holt, was
Dwayne's grandmother, Annie May
Sullivan's, younger brother. Our
prayers and love are with you at
this very sad time.
Mary Ann & John Best
Borger, Texas
Dale Hinz
May 25, 2007
JD was always a good friend to me. I worked with him to develope one of the course still taught today in the police academy. He was always there to help and I will miss his smile but he will live on in our hearts.
Melony Ebel
May 25, 2007
Dean, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask.
MacKenzie Kearney
May 25, 2007
J.D. is an angel amongst angels. You are very dear to me and many others.
You were a wise sage and encouraged others to do their best. I miss you my friend.
May God watch over your wife, Paula and family.
Mark Hayes
May 25, 2007
J.D. was the truest of Gentlemen and will be sadly missed by all.
J.D. Thank you for all you did for LEVA.
David Priddy
May 25, 2007
J D was a fine example of how a person should live a life well spent. His gentle humor, and quick wit will be missed by all who know and loved him. His faith and sense of duty served him well. I am honored to call him my friend and Masonic brother. May God comfort his family during the days to come
Mike Mannion
May 25, 2007
JD will be greatly missed. A huge loss to LEVA and all of his many friends. A leader and teacher by example. Paula and family, our thoughts are with you.
Charles "Rick" & Joyce Rickard
May 24, 2007
I have many good memories of J.D. both from work in the Police Dept. and fun times away from work and riding motorcycles, both localy and on long trips.
I will miss him a lot.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family in this trying time. Joyce and I are thinking of you..
Rod and Jackie Gregg
May 24, 2007
Thanks for your service, brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sullivan family. Thanks for sharing JD with us. He mattered to so many others throughout the world. We in the FBI are proud of his professional accomplishments with the FWPD and with LEVA. Thanks for sharing him with us.
James Dornan
May 24, 2007
J.D. I will always be proud to say you were a friend. I will pray for your family because we all know there will never be a kinder, nicer person to ever cross their path. I know the Heavenly Host is rejoicing and your mansion and crown are a spectacular sight. Until we meet again, I look forward to seeing your smiling face.
Betty Mayo
May 24, 2007
My prayers are with you, Paula, and
your sons. You know how much I loved working with JD, he never had a bad word or a frown, but always radiated like sunshine. He was such a wise man,I learned a lot from
his ethics and integrity. I surely will miss him. He is in the Lord's presence now, God bless you.
Michael Elliott
May 24, 2007
Sorry to hear of Bro. Dwayne's passing. May the Lord grant you comfort and peace.
Michael W. Elliott, P.M.
Fort Worth Lodge #148
Dermot O'Donnell
May 24, 2007
JD in as little as I got to know him, was a :true Gael", having all the finest Irish of qualities in excess. First met JD and Paula at LEVA Conference Dallas 1996. Honoured to have them as guests in our home in May 1997. A quiet and thoughtful person, kind and "Cairdiul". I am the better for knowing him and can only imagine the deep sense of loss Paula and family are feeling. In the words of the Irish Proverb "Ar scath a cheile a mhairimid", we all exist in each others shadow, JD cast a long one that encompassed many and touched the lives of all. Ar dheis De go raibh a n-anam dilis, JD watch over Paula and all who loved you, Dermot & Neasa O'Donnell, Co. Kildare, Rep. of Ireland.
Doug Baskette
May 24, 2007
My prayers and sympathy to Paula, Dean and Roger. J.D. was a friend to all who had the good fortune of meeting him. J.D.was the ultimate professional in everything he did. He will be greatly missed.
Pat Casale
May 24, 2007
My deepest sympathies to Paula and family. I met Dwayne only one time at his sister-in-law's place of business. We chatted for a while about his recent surgery, his hopes and concerns. He struck me as a man who faced his illness with great courage and humor. I know he will be missed immensely by every person whose life he touched.
Karin solberg Svanholm
May 24, 2007
From Sweden,I send My thoughts and prayers to JD:s lovely wife and family. I will always treasure the meetings with the warmhearted and friendly JD who I got to know through LEVA.
Donna Marshall
May 24, 2007
Our prayers are with your family. My father (Knockfire) was his partner for many years. They were both good man and I'm sure there together again.
Mrs. Dorothy (Alvin) Fielder
May 24, 2007
We are thinking of you during this time.
Christie Rawdon
May 24, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ken Watts
May 24, 2007
I attended the Police Academy with JD and have known him as a friend and a good cop for almost forty years. His quiet demeanor and ready smile were always welcome in every situation. I'll miss him and will always remember him as a true friend.
Paula Pauley
May 24, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss..will miss his smile and he always had great stories for us. We enjoyed taking care of him at Texas Oncology. Paula Pauley and Tia Jenkins
Vicki Long
May 24, 2007
Although I've been a LEVA member for many years, I never had the opportunity to work with J.D. But there was no mistaking him at the conferences, since his smile would light up the entire room.
My sympathies to his family and friends - I know he was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.
Marie Bernoi
May 24, 2007
JD has touched the lives of many and has made each one of us a better person. May his walk with God be a peaceful journey.
Brian & Shelley Olsen
May 24, 2007
Dwayne was a good friend and we will miss him very much.
Lu and Tom Trinka
May 24, 2007
Our thoughts are with you at your loss of your brother
J. D. Moore
May 24, 2007
I was shocked and saddened to learn of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Yvette
May 24, 2007
You were a super nice, fun loving man. My prayers are with your family for I know there loss is great. You were always an example of a great father, husband and grandpa. Many admired you and others will live better lives because of knowing you.
Scott Kuntz
May 24, 2007
You were a true gentleman JD. I learned many things from you. I miss you already.
Gene Henderson
May 24, 2007
The passing of J.D. was a great loss to LEVA, the law enforcement community, and to his family and friends. He will be missed more than anyone will ever know. J.D. was a great man and a true friend. He was committed to LEVA and his family and was well respected among his peers for his ideas and insight in the Law Enforcement and Public Safety video community.
J.D. was a true friend to me and my family and worked diligently and without hesitation to make LEVA what it is today. I will miss him dearly and will keep his family in my thoughts and prayer.
Micheal Moore
May 24, 2007
May God be with you and your family during this time of greif and sorrow. God bless you and you are in our prayers.
Ray & Lou Lewis
May 23, 2007
Dwayne was a great friend and he will be missed
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