James "Mike" Sullivan

James "Mike" Sullivan obituary, Philadelphia, PA

James "Mike" Sullivan

James Sullivan Obituary

Published by John F Givnish Funeral Home - Academy Rd on Jun. 22, 2022.
James Michael "Mike" Sullivan, 75, born in Dublin, Ireland. Son of Norah J. Roddy and Edward Sullivan. Mike Sullivan was survived by his wife Patricia, children Terrance (Mary), Megan (Michael), Michael (Melissa), and Kathryn, and grandchildren Shea Elizabeth, Riley, Ethan, Conner, Flynn, and Faye Margaret. He leaves behind his brother Eddie, Niece Fiona and Nephew Eamonn and his long-term companion Marie. Mike was a recording secretary for Carpenters Union Local 122 in Philadelphia for over 25 years. He was a Local 122 member for more than 57 years. Mike was an avid collector. He enjoyed collecting baseball cards, coins, and clocks, but his passion was Austin Healy's. He was a regular vendor at the local flea markets. He enjoyed fishing with his grandchildren and spending time with them. Mike really loved being a grandfather. Mike spent many years in Ireland as a child and then returning all through the years. In 1993 he moved back to live near his brother Eddie full time. Spending time with Eddie and his family, were some of his fondest memories. They were really two peas in a pod. Mike spent his summers at his home in North Wildwood, boating, crabbing and fishing with his family. Mike also enjoyed returning to Ireland with his family to explore castles, ruins, and visiting his Irish relatives. Mike moved to Cape May 18 months ago to live out retirement by the Sea, unfortunately, God had other plans. Taken too soon, but a full life he led surrounded by love of family and friends. Those that have known Mike will never forget him. He was larger than life and for better or worse he always did it his way! Family and friends are invited to Mike's Life Celebration on Thursday, June 30, 2022, from 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. at the John F. Givnish Funeral Home, located at 10975 Academy Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19154 1-800-Givnish. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

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Kate

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Miss you. Xox

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Terry O'Hagan-Bennett

July 5, 2022

To my sweet Marie and Mike's loving Children...
I am truly sorry for the loss of this larger then life Irishman...He was so proud of his Children and Grandchildren and the wonderful life he was sharing with you Marie.. Enjoying every minute at your happy place...not Ireland but the Jersey shore!
When we first met Mike he would tell us it was his lucky day to have met Marie and we assured him he was spot on!
You will be missed my friend, but theres as lot of people in Heaven to keep you busy till we all meet again!

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Enjoy the time spent making memories. Treasure the people in your life and tell them you love them. Life is short! Don´t wait till tomorrow.

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Enjoy spending time together and treasure the memories your created. Appreciate the people in your life and tell them you love them! Life is too short to wait till tomorrow.

Maegan

June 30, 2022

My deepest condolences to Mike´s family and friends. I hope you are able to share many beautiful memories today, while celebrating his life.

James McCann

June 30, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Jackie Sundy

June 29, 2022

Mike was woven into the fabric of my life and I believe me to his. We had 10 years of good times and some bad. We came together when both of us needed it most............treasured memories! My heart is broken. My deepest condolences to his family. Jackie Sundy

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Dan H. Lu 164

June 29, 2022

My condolences to the family and friends.. rip brother

Megan Sullivan-Van Oostrom

June 28, 2022

Love you dad!

Meg Van Oostrom

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Larger than life with a heart of gold. My father, my hero you stood so tall and strong for so long. You can finally rest now daddy you will not be forgotten.

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I didn't know this would be our last lunch. The last time I got to hear your voice was this day. I miss you so much already but I feel your wind on my back. I feel your power. You were my rock, my buddy and daddy. Love you forever.

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Fiona Sullivan Dempsey

June 26, 2022

Sincere condolences to you all on the passing of Mike. He was such a kind and quick witted person, warm hearted , generous with a smile and a great conversationalist. He was fiercely proud of his children, and was blessed with many friends on both sides of the Ocean.
Eddies life and that of all of our family has been all the happier since Mike burst into our lives in the early 1980´s searching for his brother. Our families are all the richer having met . I know your hearts are breaking now, we are thinking of you here, the Atlantic Ocean was never big enough to break that family bond. Love from Fiona, Èabha, Geoff, Stevie, Katie and Caragh Dempsey and Eddie Sullivan.

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