John J. "Jay" Sullivan

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John Sullivan Obituary

John J. "Jay" Sullivan, 71, Clay Center died Saturday (3/31/07) at Memorial Hospital in Aurora. Born Feb. 22, 1936, in Sutton to John E. and Margret "Peg" (Burke) Sullivan. Married May 16, 1956, to Marcele M. Bachman in Shenandoah, Iowa. Graduate, Clay Center High School, 1954; graduate, University of Nebraska College of Law, Juris Doctor, with distinction; member of the Order of the Coif. Professional memberships: Allen Moot Court Competition Board; Nebraska Bar Association; Tenth Judicial Bar Association; and past president, Delta Theta Phi legal fraternity; Clay County attorney for eight years; juvenile law specialist.

Member, Clay Center Community Club; chairman, Clay Center Health Committee; emergency medical technician for 30 years; active in Vietnamese doctor relocation and representative to teh Medical Education for Doctors in Communities (MEDIC); Clay County representative and past president of Central Nebraska Comprehensive Health Planning Council; secretary and director, Clay Center Development Corporation; assistant Scout master, Troop 182; announcer, umpire, coach, Clay Center Youth Baseball program; Clay Center Community Theater organizational committee, treasurer, member, performed in several comedies and dramas, and worked back stage for all musicals; school attorney.

Member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Harvard; lector; parish attorney; chairman of Diocesan Development Program; lector, sponsor of CYO and CCD children's youth groups; building committee; parish council; general maintenance and cleanup of the church's facilities.

Honors: Community Booster of the Year, 1972; Ak-Sar-Ben Good Neighbor Award, 1976; 2001 Award of Special Merit, Nebraska Bar Association; Silver Beaver Boy Scout of America leadership award.

Survived by: wife, Marcele "Cele" of Clay Center; sons, spouses, Michael and Carolyn, Aurora, Patrick, Clay Center, Joseph and Zoe, Mt. Sterling, Ill., Timothy and Lisa, Aurora, Thomas and Angela, Lincoln; daughters, spouses, Peggy and Leslie Botchwey, Willard, Mo., Kelly and Danny Morrow, Omaha, Susanna and Jim Kamler, Geneva; 19 grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; three stepgreat-grandchildren; sisters, brothers-in-law, Judy and Avery Bennett, Lincoln, Joan and David Bouse, Tecumseh.

Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Harvard. Clay Center Cemetery. Visitation: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday, McLaughlin Funeral Home, Clay Center. Rosary: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, church. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be given to Shriner's Hospital of Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607-1460; or Boy Scout Troop 182, Clay Center, NE 68933.

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Published by Lincoln Journal Star from Apr. 1 to Apr. 2, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for John Sullivan

10 Entries

Darvin Jemming

April 5, 2007

I knew Jay way back in his college days and when he first was married to Cecilia! I remember them struggling with four kids in a small house in Lincoln, while he went through law school. After graduating he was successful in all he did from raising his family and a great career in Clay Center. Good memories from a long time ago! My deepest sympathy to his family on their loss.

Lori Pierce Ochsner

April 4, 2007

I'm saddened to hear of Jay's death. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Donald Harms

April 4, 2007

I was sorry to read about Jay's death. You and your family are in my prayers.

Daniel Bryan

April 4, 2007

I am very sorry to hear of Jay's death. Jay worked tirelessly for childrens rights when I was a county judge in the 10th District. I admired him both professionally and personally. He was a exceptional person and great family man. He will be missed by the legal community as well as his family and friends. The family has my deepest sympathy. Daniel E. Bryan Jr. District Judge.

Marlys Ballard

April 3, 2007

Jay was a wonderful example to his family and community. You must find comfort in knowing he lived such a full and generous life. We send our prayers and sympathy to you all in this time of sorrow.
Jack and Marlys (Nelson) Ballard

Bill & Lona Dedrickson

April 3, 2007

Cele and family, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Jay was a wonderful husband and father and so proud of his family.

Betty Bruce

April 3, 2007

The family is in our thoughts and
prayers..Wonderful memories of your
loved one will always remain with each family member..Jay is at rest
and someday will be reunited with
each one of his family with our Lord..May God give you all peace
and comfort at this time.
Joan Sullivan Bouse is my daughter
Donna, aunt and her children are
her cousions.
The Silvey family, from Auburn, NE.
Donna & Larry..Wes, Betty

Jeanice Vinduska

April 2, 2007

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Kelly and Danny are dear friends of ours, and know how much family and parents mean to you all. God bless, you are in our prayers.
Jeanice and Lynn Vinduska

eileen halonen

April 2, 2007

I was very sorry to hear of Jay's death. I have many happy memories of being in Clay Center on our summer vacatons and playing with your kids. Please know that we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Love-Matt & Eileen Sullivan Halonen & family

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