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1923
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2014
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Cecil Sullivan Obituary
In 1939, at the age of 19, he left Benton, AR and moved to Fresno, CA. To support the WWII war effort he moved to Richmond, CA and worked in the Kaiser Shipyards from 1944-1945. After the war, he relocated his family to Porterville where he made his home until his recent passing. Cecil worked as a dairy products distributor serving the local businesses in the Porterville and surrounding communities for 40 years. Cecil was involved with the Porterville youth and was instrumental in the early development of Porterville's youth baseball programs. His family was the most important part of his life. He enjoyed reminiscing about his friends and family and their hunting and fishing trips together, especially his salmon fishing trips to Canada with his son Steve.
He is survived by his wife Gwen Sullivan, his daughter Virginia "Jini" and son-in-law John Stewart, sons Steve and Ron, step children Shirley Mitchell, Gary Potter and Charlene Powers. Additionally, he leaves behind 14 loving grandchildren and 19 loving great-grandchildren who will all miss their "Grandpa". Cecil has left all of us with many wonderful memories. His hearty laughs and joy for life, family and many friends will not be forgotten.
Visitation will be at Myers Funeral Home, 248 N. "E" St., Porterville, Sunday , July 20, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with a Rosary to follow from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
A mass will be celebrated in memory of Cecil at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Porterville on July 21, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in the St. Anne's Catholic Cemetery, Porterville.
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Joyce (Sullivan) McCune
July 21, 2014
The thing I remember most about Uncle Cecil is he alwways seemed to be happy and laughed a lot. I have wonderful memories of when Boyce and I spent a week at their home, for several years, during the summer. Aunt Gwen, Ginny, Ronnie and Steve my heart and love go out to you. I have been praying for you. Love to each of you
Dennis Sullivan
July 20, 2014
Just wanted to offer my condolences with the passing of Uncle Cecil. My childhood memories are filled with him and our many fishing and hunting trips. I'll never forget his laugh. To the immediate family, I am very sorry for your loss. May God grant peace at this time. With love, Dennis
Bob Taylor
July 20, 2014
You are all in our thoughts. Always, Cindy and Bob
Dolores Osti Schmid
July 18, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to the Sullivan Family. Ron was one of my best friends throughout High School and I remember Mr. Sullivan at all of the games, and of course, the milk products ! Prayers......
Kellie Hyder Poliseno
July 18, 2014
I wish to express my sincere condolences to Mrs. Sullivan, Steve, and family; for the man I used to call “Mr. Sullivan”. I have great memories of Cecil; one of which was sitting at the family's kitchen table during my high school years with Steve enjoying big bowls of the Knudsen ice cream that he used to deliver to so many stores in the area. He always told me it was the very best! I not only remember him as being a kind and wonderful family man; but also a man who set an excellent example of work ethics and responsibility. You are all in my thoughts during this time.
Sincerely,
Kellie Hyder Poliseno
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