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SULLIVAN James E. Sullivan Jr., age 57, of Columbus, died Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at his home. He was born May 10, 1951, in Roanoke, Virginia. Jim was a 35 year associate of American Electric Power, serving most recently as Labor Relations Manager. He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, J. Darlene Sullivan; son, Bryce E. Sullivan; parents, James E. Sr. and Cora (Lewis) Sullivan of Roanoke, VA; sisters, Valerie Rice of Richmond, VA. and Teresa (Donal) Goff of Alexandria, VA; nieces, Amaris Rice and Alaina Goff; nephew, Aaron Goff; numerous cousins, other relatives and many friends. Jim was a 1973 graduate of the Virginia Tech Pamplin School of Business, a member of the Pamplin Advisory Council since 1993, and was recently bestowed the 2008 Distinguished Alumnus Award. He was a member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, where he was an usher and recently appointed a verger of the church. Jim also helped coach Bryce's team in GOSYL soccer and Hilliard Optimist basketball. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, 2008, at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 2151 Dorset Road, with The Rev. Paul St. Germain officiating. Private interment Roanoke, VA at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Avenue, El Segundo, CA 90245 or to the Memorial Fund, c/o St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Columbus, OH 43221, in his memory. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 7 to Aug. 11, 2008.

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Marva Wright Hutton

August 21, 2008

I am so saddened by your loss. I remember Jimmy as a baby and since I have not seen him in a while, my memory of him is still that sweet, cute, little boy. It is so hard to loose loved ones but we know that they are warm and safe in God's arms.
God bless the Family and friends and keep them in God's love and strength.
Love you Mrs. Sullivan; and love to all of Jimmy's family and friends.
Marva Ann.

Lynda King

August 14, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I am so sorry for your loss!

[I worked with Jim at APCO's Central Machine Shop in South Charleston, WV.]

Geri, Thomas, Chris & Ashley Beane

August 14, 2008

Dear Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Jimmy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God will give you the peace and comfort you need to face each day.

Regina Figura

August 13, 2008

My heart goes out to you for your loss. There are no words that can possibly comfort you or lesson your sorrow. May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tabatha Stephens

August 13, 2008

I'm thankfull for having been blessed with the opportunity to get to know Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Scott Henry

August 12, 2008

We are sorry for your loss but comforted that James is now at peace with his Father in Heaven.

Scott and Julie Henry
Bob and Jan Raven

Lee Marshall

August 12, 2008

Valerie, Amaris, & Family,
We extend our heartfelt condolence to you at this time of grief. You are in our prayers daily, and know that God will provide all your needs "one day at a time".
Yours In Christ,
The Thirty First Street Deacon Body

Antonia Cardenas

August 12, 2008

My most sincere condolences to the entire Sullivan family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Annette Utterback

August 12, 2008

Dear Deacon and Deaconess Sullivan:
Please know that you have our sincere and heartfelt condolence, love and prayers at this time. Focus on that Heavenly Family Reunion, for you know you will see your son again. We love you.

Kimberly Crump

August 12, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. May God's love carry you through. I enjoyed working with Jim over the years.

Spencer Barton

August 12, 2008

My pray's are with you at this time. Spencer Barton Meter Department

Debora (Henry) Watkins

August 11, 2008

To Uncle James, Aunt Cora, Darlene, Bryce, Teresa and Valerie

Truly Jimmy will be deeply missed by everyone that has known him. I remember our childhood days and the fun all of us cousins had together. As I read all of the beautiful expressions written by those that have worked with Jimmy, those attributes are how I remember him as well. God is a good God and He will bless us all thru this loss.

Love to you all.

Curtis Koshenka

August 11, 2008

Our deepest sympathy is extended to all of the Sullivanfamily on thier loss.He will be sadly missed by all of us that have delt with him through the years.

Bob Chet

August 11, 2008

My deepest sympathy is extended to the Sullivan Family on the loss of such a class man and individual. He truly possessed abilities in dealing with people and their problems in a manner that most people only wish they could. The world and society has just experienced a loss but heaven just gained a valuable liaison and ombudsman in dealing with one another.

Clarice E. Walker & Family

August 11, 2008

James, Cora & Family:

With loving thoughts at this difficult time. May you find comfort through your faith in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Donna Kelly

August 11, 2008

It was an honor to have been able to work with Jim over the last 9 years. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this very difficult time.

Bradley Querry

August 11, 2008

I always found Mr. Sullivan to be a true gentleman. I am sure he will be greatly missed, My prayers are with the Sullivan Family during this time and in the days to come. May God bless and keep you.

Sam Henry (Jr)

August 11, 2008

Sullivan Family, I truly understand what each family member is going through during this time. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Travis Miller

August 11, 2008

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. I know through Valerie the strong faith your family shares, and I hope and pray that will guide you through this challenging time.

Vanessa Brooks

August 11, 2008

We extend our deepest sympathy in the lose of you beloved son, brother, husdand and father. Few words can ever ease your grief, hold on to God unchanging hand, he is always there and will guide you through.
May God bless and keep you.

Prayerfully,
JB, Renay , Trey and Alex Brooks

Tracie Campbell

August 11, 2008

To the Sullivan Family,
May God grant you peace and comfort in the passing of your beloved Son, Brother, Husband, and Father. Jim was a special person who always had a kind word of encouragement. Your family is in my prayers and will be forever grateful for the kindness Jim demonstrated to not only me but also everyone he touched. He will be missed by all.

Dwayne Stradford

August 11, 2008

To the Sullivan Family:

I only knew Jim briefly, but as a fellow Hokie you tend to make stronger bonds sooner and quicker with ties back to Blacksburg. May Jim rest in peace and God Bless your family through this mourning period.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Sincerely,

Dwayne Stradford
VT Class of 92'

curtis strawbridge

August 11, 2008

Dear Sullivan family you have our prays and sympathy. Curtis Strawbridge & family

Donald Haer

August 11, 2008

My condolences to the Sullivan family in this time of grief. Jim was a good man and will be missed by his many friends.

Susan Kirby

August 11, 2008

Jim was a great HR partner for many years. He was a friend and will be missed by many.

Joe Cisneros

August 11, 2008

To the Sullivan Family,

I only knew Jim a short time but we quickly built a friendship. He was blessed with a demeanor that made it easy to get to know him. I will miss him. Please accept my condolence for your loss.

Jackie T. Snow and Louise H. Thomas

August 10, 2008

Valerie, Amaris and Sullivan Family:

You have our love, prayers and deepest empathy. God knows how much you can bear. We will keep you in prayer, asking God for your continued strength and faith in him.
God Bless You All.

Carolyn Patterson

August 10, 2008

Deacon Sullivan, Mrs. Sullivan, Valerie(my fourth grade student) and other family members. My deepest sympathy is extended to all of you following the loss of your beloved son and brother. Please extend my condolences also to his wife.

As the days go by please be assured that My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort

God Bless you

Harriett Haywood and Family

August 10, 2008

Deacon and Mrs. James E. Sullivan Sr. and Family, It is our prayer that you feel the comfort and peace that only God can give.

DORTHY MUNDY

August 10, 2008

FLOYD AND DORTHY MUNDY, MICHAEL AND TINA MUNDY

Becky & Nathan Jackson

August 10, 2008

To Ms. Cora, Mr. James and the entire Sullivan/Lewis family you have our deepest sympathies. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal." Our love, thoughts are prayers are with you today and always.

Angela Briscoe

August 10, 2008

To The Sullivan Family,

In your hour of sorrow, we are with you in prayer and thoughts. God said HE will never leave you nor forsake you. If you allow HIM, HE will wipe all your tears away and take the sorrows of your heart unto HIM self.

God Bless,

Willie Mae Jefferson
&
Angela J. Briscoe

Sidney & Peggy Crumwell

August 10, 2008

If you could see where I have gone,
the beauty of this place
And how if feels to know that you are home to see the Savior's face.
To wake in peace and know no fear, just joy beyond compare,
While still on earth you miss me yet, you wouldn't want me there
If you could see where I have gone.

To: Darlene, Bryce, James, Sr., Cora and the rest of the family.

Please know that we feel your loss today. We pray God's sustaining love upon you in the days ahead.

Dr Carl Bentley

August 10, 2008

My sincere condolences to the Sullivan family. May the Peace of Christ strengthen your hearts and confort your souls.

Karen Shear

August 8, 2008

I never met Jim Sullivan, but I feel like I knew him through his sister, my very good friend, Teresa. I just wanted to add my voice to all those wishing to send comfort to Jim Sullivan's family. Such a good man touched so many people,even those who only knew him by how much he meant to his family and friends.

John and Brenda Nutter and Family

August 8, 2008

To the Sullivan Family,
May the grace and peace of God keep and comfort you during your time of grief.
Please know that we are praying for you.

Curtis McGhee SR>

August 8, 2008

Jim had a great sense of humor at the same time he was a professional, and took his job serious .Great person May God Bless and take care of his family.

Tracy Sterling

August 8, 2008

Darlene, Bryce and the Sullivan family,
My thoughts and prayers have been with you all during this difficult time in your lives. I've thought about you and Jim every day and prayed God would give you peace and strength. I started working with Jim in the Gahanna office in 2005. He became a friend and mentor for whom I had the utmost respect. I could always count on Jim for talking out situations with me and providing guidance. He was a very supportive, kind, caring gentleman who always had a story to tell. He will be greatly missed by so many.

Erin Spencer

August 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find peace in the memories that will live on.

Bob & Ila Jean Stamper

August 8, 2008

We are so saddened by news of the death of dear friend, Jim. So sorry Darlene and Bryce, he was one great guy. All of us who knew him and the family personally and with the whole family of St. Mark's we will miss him terribly. His contributions as a family man and fellow parishioner will be us always

Karen Bolden loving niece & cousin

August 7, 2008

To: Darlene, Bryce, Aunt Cora, Uncle James and cousins,

My love and prayers are with each and everyone of you as my family.
I will always cheerish the memories of cousin Jimmy : ) The laughs and conversations doing the years of the Family Reunion! Jimmy will be deeply missed by us all.

Aunt Lois & Sister Bolden

August 7, 2008

To: Darlene, Bryce and Sullivan Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Continue to trust in God and lean on His everlasting arms.

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August 7, 2008

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

Shane Rockey

August 7, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers

Donna Campbell

August 7, 2008

May you find peace in the loss of your loved one, by knowing the footprints he left in so many lives. May God Continue to Bless you and your family.

God's House Baptist Ministry

August 7, 2008

The Pastor, Co-Pastor, Pastors, Minister, Lay Leaders and Disciples of God's House Baptist Ministry, Roanoke, Virginia bow in humble submission to the Will of the Creator in the homegoing of Mr. James E. Sullivan Jr. Mr. Sullivan now resides in the "House not made with hands."
Our prayers go up for the family espicially his parents, Mr. & Mrs James Sullivan Sr. We commend you to a God Who does all things well. He will sustain you at this time.

Dr. Floyd W. Davis, Founder Deaconess Betty Whitaker, Clerk.

Brenda Dunn

August 7, 2008

I met Jim when I was hired at AEP 22 years ago, and he was working in Human Resources in Charleston, WV. He had the rare quality of being able to remember the face and
name of everyone he met. He always made whoever he was talking with feel like what they had to say was the most important thing in the world at that particular time. Jim was definitely the perfect example of a true gentleman. I will surely miss his smiling face here in the Gahanna office.

Janie Ollie

August 7, 2008

My prayers are with you and the family. I work in HR Dept in Roanoke, Virginia. Jim was a great person and a blessing. His parents are from my home town.

Vivian Andrews

August 7, 2008

God is with you and Jim is with him.
I am praying for you and your family.

Mary Cofer

August 7, 2008

Jim and I worked together for 30+ years and I will always remember the challenges we faced and conquered together. He was a good friend to me and will be missed. I know how painful it is for you and your son to lose someone you love, I've been there. I just want both of you to know my prayers are with you. While he may not be with you physically, he is still with you in spirit. The memories and the love you shared are in your heart, mind and soul and can't be taken away. Draw on those memories and that love and they will help you when you feel overwhelmed and all alone. Again, you are in my prayers and may the Creator comfort and sustain you and your son today and always.

Fred Stotts

August 7, 2008

I very much liked and respected Jim Sullivan both personally and professionally. I extend my sympathies to the family for their loss. I am sure you have many fond memories to carry you through this trying time.

Bob Gordon

August 7, 2008

May God hold you in the palm of His hand at this most difficult time. Jim was a good person and will be missed by all of us at AEP.

Leslie Rittenhouse

August 7, 2008

Jim was a dear friend and colleague. I'll always recall his bright smile and lively stories.

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