James Robert Sullivan

James R. Sullivan, age 86, loving husband of Diane M. Sullivan for 64 years. Loved son of the late Clarence and Olive (Peterson) Sullivan. Devoted father of Lisa M. Williams (Michael), and the late John R. Sullivan and James A. Sullivan. Proud grandfather of Ian and Faye Williams (Brennen Witt). Cherished brother of Kathleen Hall Sullivan Paulsen (Rick) and late John A. Sullivan; brother in-law to Camille L. Blachowicz (James), Joseph R. Zarantonello (Pam), and Matthew M. Zarantonello; loving uncle to Julie Yackley (Jeff), Hannah and Rachel, Dan Paulsen (Michelle), Zachary and Dylan, Aran Zarantonello, Devynn and Alyssa; Jared Zarantonello (SCZ), Elizabeth Zarantonello, Jacob Blachowicz (Olga), Jesse Blachowicz Orbea (Matias), Leo and Nica; Adrian Zarantonello (Mary) and Easton. Devoted friend and colleague to many. Memorial Visitation on September 13th starting at 10:30 AM until time of Memorial Service starting at 12 noon at Sullivan Funeral Home, 60 South Grant Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Public Broadcasting System (PBS) and National Public Radio (NPR) are appreciated. 630-323-0275 or www.sullivanfunerahomehinsdale.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of James, please visit our floral store.