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Alan Sullivan Obituary

SULLIVAN, Alan

Age 78, of Atlanta, GA, passed November 28, 2025. Funeral Service Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 3 PM, in our chapel. Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Dec. 12, 2025.

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LJones

December 13, 2025

My deepest condolences to the Young Ladies and Family. Both Alan & Barbara were like rare gems who shined like Diamonds. Well Done!! The journey here is complete. Now, to the place of eternal rest . Peace & Rest, no more pain. Until we meet again. Heartfelt sympathies.

The Staff of Willie A. Watkins, Inc.

December 12, 2025

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

Dr. Wyeuca Byrd Johnson

December 11, 2025

I am happily reminded of Barbara and Alan when I think about the lifelong friendship we shared beginning in elementary school. Our life journeys differed, but we always maintained our communication and invaluable friendship. They fondly called me "Uca."
While my friendship with Barbara and Alan was long-lasting, I respected Alan for his support of Barbara and their family. He exhibited the truth of "in sickness and in health" with extraordinary loving strength. Alan was a model of " I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me". Philippians 4:13.
Now, I bid adieu to both my endearing friends and will truly miss our "back in the day " conversations.

Friends forever,
Wyeuca, Atlanta

Patsy Johnon

December 4, 2025

To my great friend and caretaker for wife, Min. Barbara Sullivan and your dear mother, I celebrate you! Rest in heavenly peace. Your journey in this realm is complete and the Lord is preparing the place He promised, one not made by hands, but an eternal building. Godspeed to your new home.

Min. Patsy Johnson
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