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Alva Sullivan Obituary

Alva W. Sullivan, 78, of Gillett PA, passed away Friday February 14, 2020. He was the husband of the late Nellie E. (Clark) Sullivan. Born in Shunk PA., he was the son of the late Emerson and Louisa (Vergason) Sullivan. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed at Tyler Pipe before retiring. He enjoyed gardening, taking walks, playing poker and wrestling.

He is survived by his children, Alvin L. Clark and wife Michelle, Emerson L. Sullivan and wife Jennifer, Michelle Sullivan, Gregory W. Sullivan and wife Becky, Heather Sullivan, and Patrick M. Sullivan and wife Patricia; grandchildren; great grandchildren; brother, Larry and wife Linda; sisters, Peggy Sullivan and Marlene Sullivan.

Services: 1:30 PM Wednesday February 19, 2020 at the Trexler Funeral Home 1625 W. Highland St. Allentown PA 18102. A calling hour will begin at 12:30 PM Wednesday in the funeral home. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com

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Published by Morning Call on Feb. 15, 2020.

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Gail Long

August 28, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful uncle .I will love you and miss you always, my dear
Uncle George. With love
Your niece, Gail

Michael

February 18, 2020

He was a very gd guy he was funny and know his whole family very sorry he passed away god bless his soul R.I.P he will be muss very much

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Anita Biegley

February 16, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

February 15, 2020

Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.

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