Thomas J. Sullivan III

Thomas J. Sullivan III, of Swarthmore, PA, passed away on January 24 after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was 79. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Jane Creamer Sullivan, three daughters, Courtney (Bob), Karen Golden (Tim), and Katherine Reed (Ron). He was the beloved Pop of four grandchildren, Tommy and Megan Golden and Zachary and Skylar Reed. He also is survived by his brothers, Tim (Georgine) and Bill (Pat), a sister, Maggie McClanahan (David), a brother-in-law Don Creamer (Ann), as well as nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and close friends. He was predeceased by brother Dennis and sister Mary Louise.
Tom was a graduate of The Williamson College of the Trades and Temple University's College of Engineering and holds two patents. After serving in the U.S. Navy Seabees in Vietnam, he spent over 50 years in the construction industry, originally as owner of Sullivan Construction Company. He later was a consultant for The Sullivan Company, providing construction consulting throughout North America. His specialty was history renovation.
He restored antique steam cars, winning second place for his 1913 Stanley Steamer in the Grand National competition. He also collected and restored antique clocks, jukeboxes, and arcade games, and frequently rowed on the Delaware River. In the summers, he kayaked through the wetlands near the family home in Margate, NJ.
He was a member of The Union League, Corinthian Yacht Club, and various professional and hobby organizations. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and generosity. At his request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. His hope is that his friends and family will celebrate his life by doing something special with their loved ones.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Tom's memory to the College of Engineering, Temple University Institutional Advancement, P.O. Box 2890, New York, NY 10116-2890.