John Patrick "Pat" Sullivan

John Patrick "Pat" Sullivan obituary, Grady, AL

John Patrick "Pat" Sullivan

John Sullivan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dillard Funeral Home - Troy on Jan. 28, 2026.
John Patrick "Pat" Sullivan, age 71, of Grady, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Joy Sullivan, the love of his life; his son and partner in crime, John Robert (Ashley); his granddaughter, Dylann, who lovingly called him Duck and was truly the apple of his eye; his brother, Mike Sullivan (Frances); his mother-in-law, Sylvia Bell; his brothers-in-law, Andy Bell (Adrienne) and Rob Bell (Ashley); and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

Pat was preceded in death by his parents, Webster and Doris Sullivan and his father-in-law, Loy Bell.

We love you, Duck. And we are forever grateful for the time we had with you.

A memorial service will be held at Vaughn Park Church of Christ in Montgomery, Alabama on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00am.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to South Montgomery Fire Rescue Department, PO Box 116, Ramer, Alabama 36069.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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February 1, 2026

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January 28, 2026

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January 28, 2026

"Mud Duck",

Thank you for being a mentor to us "rookie" UPS Feeder Drivers.

Thank you for being my friend and a great example of a good man.

Peace and love to your family.

Charlie "Law Dawg" Johnson

Vicki Palmer Owens

January 28, 2026

Joy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My God give you peace and strength.

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