Robert John "Bob" Sullivan

Robert John "Bob" Sullivan obituary

Robert John "Bob" Sullivan

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Robert Sullivan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Charles R. Step Funeral Home - Redford on Aug. 26, 2025.

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Robert John Sullivan, age 83, of Clawson passed away August 15, 2025.

Born in Detroit to William and Kathrine (James) Sullivan. Bob was a proud Irishman, a Navy veteran and a devoted family man.

He was a beloved husband of the late Cherie Sullivan, with whom he shared 48 years of marriage. He was preceded in death by his daughter Tammy (Randy) and his granddaughter Jenny Hall.

He is survived by his daughters Julie (Jim), Shelley (Tony), and his son Dave (Kristina), and his brother Pat (Judy). He leaves behind his grandchildren Randy II, Sabrina, Angela, Kara, David, Emma, and Hunter, his great grandchildren Emmy Lou, Randy III, Noah, and Lylah.

Bob loved his family and had a warm smile and a kind heart and a good sense of humor. His legacy of love and dedication will live on through all that knew him and loved him.

He will be greatly missed.

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Charles Step Funeral Home and Cremation Services

18425 Beech Daly, Redford Charter Twp, MI 48240

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Memorial service

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18425 Beech Daly, Redford Charter Twp, MI 48240

Send Flowers