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ROBERT O'SULLIVAN Obituary
O'SULLIVAN, ROBERT SR. - of St. Joseph's Manor, Meadowbrook, PA and formerly of Wyncote, PA and Ocean City, died on September 1, 2011 surrounded by his family. Bob O'Sullivan attended Villanova University on a track scholarship and was coached by the late Jumbo Jim Elliott. He ran the 440 relay and the ½ mile. His winning athletic performance won him a place in Villanova's Hall of Fame. Bob enlisted in the Marines while at Villanova and served as a Lieutenant in the Pacific during World War II. He returned to Villanova to graduate after the war. Considering himself to be "the luckiest man in the world" having 8 children, he is survived by Robert, Jr.(Peg), Patricia Sanders(Sam), Christine Ward(Chip), Claire Keighley(Bill), Terence(Rosellen), Shawn(Marian), Donna O'Sullivan(Jon) and Mary Beth Aluise(Rod). Also survived by 13 grandchildren, five great grandchildren and one sister, Ruth Bender. He is predeceased by his wife, Ruth (Wilson), his grandson, Rory O'Sullivan, his brother Frank O'Sullivan and his sister, Claire Dwyer. Please make Memorial Donations to: The Medical Assistance Foundation, 1710 S. Main Street Fairfield, IA 52556 in memory of Rory O'Sullivan.
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andrew bonner
September 7, 2011
To the family; your father was a wonderful man, always full of laughter, love and grace. We were all lucky to know him and enjoy the many days and nights at 13 mill road. our prayers are with you. the bonner's
September 6, 2011
Our sincere condolences to the O'Sullivan Family. Your father was a good friend to our dad, Ed and was extremely nice our family. He will be sorely missed. --The Wengert Family
Nancy Kelley
September 5, 2011
To Terry, Rosie, Shawn and Marian, and all of the O'Sullivans, I grew up in another family of 8 children, but I also had incredible parents like yours. When my mother died this year we realized yet another benefit of being part of a large and loving family; having each other in a time like this. Your family is wonderful and you were so blessed to have your parents with you throughout your lives this far. (Only met your dad once or twice (30+ years ago!) but he reminded me of Spencer Tracy)
joe sophy
September 5, 2011
Christine & family, May your Dad be in God's graces, though I met him just a few times, he was obviously glib, quick witted and upon learning I was from Pa., he rattled off Pottsville names & places quicker than I could. In my prayers, take care Love, Joe sophy
The Staff of May Funeral Home
September 5, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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