Patrick Sullivan
June 20, 1943 - November 30, 2021
Nipomo, California - Pat Sullivan, born and raised in San Francisco, died peacefully at home with family by his side on November 30, 2021. Pat was devoted husband and best friend to Bonnie for 54 years, loving father to his daughter Sheila of San Francisco and son Michael of Berlin, Germany. He is also survived by his treasured grandchildren, Lauren and James and by his brother Jim and his family.
Pat had an esteemed career as a sportswriter for the San Francisco Chronicle and covered golf for many years. After graduating from St. Ignatius High School and San Francisco State, he worked for United Press International and Rolling Stone magazine before joining the Chronicle.
Pat cultivated relationships and cherished his friends throughout his life and career. He was a true gentleman, avid gardener, wine aficionado and passionate golfer. Pat loved telling stories almost as much as hearing them. He relished his years growing up in San Francisco's Mission District, but more recently, deeply appreciated the open spaces and fresh air of the Central Coast. Pat was proud of his service as a driver for Ride On/United Cerebral Palsy where he met fascinating people while exploring the beautiful back roads of San Luis Obispo County. He also enjoyed volunteering on the 'chain gang' at NHS football games, working as a docent at the SLO railroad museum and offering his expertise at writing workshops.

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Dec. 12, 2021.

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Don McPhail, Mountain View, CA

January 19, 2022

Pat and I were brought together by our common interest in raising funds for two of our favorite organizations: San Francisco State football, and Hanna Boys Center in Sonoma. We became a good friend during our days together in the early 2000's, as volunteers for the annual golf tournaments at Hanna. Then we realized we'd attended SF State together, and admired football coach Vic Rowen. How blessed I feel, having known Pat. He was generous, smart and kind; and he had the kind of high standards that exceptional journalists should have. Pat was loved and respected by many of us, especially his old pals at St. Ignatius. Rest in peace, good man.

Joan Oconnor

December 21, 2021

Farewell "Patty Jo", Brother-in-law and friend for over 54 years. You will be missed. May your resting place be the best 18 holes ever.

Love always and forever to Bonnie, Sheila, Mike, Jen, Lauren, James.

Margie Casey

December 12, 2021

A truly great man and loved cousin! Bonnie and family and Jim, Pat will be lovingly remembered!

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