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Timothy "Bill" Sullivan
12/28/1942 - 9/23/2025
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12/28/1942
DIED
9/23/2025
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Timothy Sullivan Obituary
Bill taught English for 42 years at Montville High School and Norwich Free Academy. He also coached girls' and boys' high school basketball.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, at the Groton Congregational Church, 162 Monument Street, in Groton. For more on Bill and donation information, please visit www.byles.com.
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Mary Brown
Yesterday
My late husband, Kevin Brown MHS '74, was coached by Bill Sullivan while in high school. There were few people Kevin really looked up to and admired, Bill was one of the few. I heard countless Coach Sullivan stories over the years. My condolences to his family.
Pat Tamborra
Yesterday
Bill exuded passion for his teaching but more for his kids. I loved being called to sub on of his classes. It was exciting to see what props were on his desk. He was so great to stop and talk.
Pat Tamborra
Holly Logan
September 29, 2025
I'm so sorry for the loss of Mr. Sullivan. I was a student of his at NFA. I enjoyed his Shakespeare class and he made learning fun.
Amy & Kit Kittrell
September 29, 2025
Couldn’t ask for a better neighbor! Bill’s stories will be remembered with a smile. We admire The Sullivan’s 51 years of love and marriage. Rest in peace.
Erin Spanos
September 28, 2025
My condolences to his family and friends. His class was one of my absolute favorites at NFA. He was such a funny and kind person and made class so engaging and fun.
DORIS PULASKI
September 28, 2025
Bill was a wonderful friend. The world is a sadder place without his kindness and good humor.
Arlene Foley
September 28, 2025
Sorry to hear of his passing I remember him so well at MHS
Dave Fairman
September 28, 2025
Rest in Peace Tim
Samuel Dean
September 28, 2025
I still talk about Mr. Sullivan to this day at the age of 41 as an example of what an educator can and should be. There are so many memories I have of him making learning fun and interactive. Our first day of class senior year he told us all to choose our seats as we came in. He then looked at us at the start of class and asked what we were doing. He said," I told you to choose your seats. Get comfortable, if you want to sit on a table or over by the window do it. Be safe, but don't just sit at a desk because you think you are supposed to." He was amazing and will be missed.
Lindsay Dutrumble Twitchell
September 27, 2025
Bill played many roles in my life - neighbor, teacher, friend, snake saver. All of which were unforgettable. I have so many fond and vivid memories of him because whatever he did, he did with passion and character. He was and is a true legend.
Shannon Woods
September 27, 2025
Mr. Sullivan was incredible and one of a kind. He encouraged and supported me as a writer, a student, a human. My favorite memory of him is when he supported my group in the production of Casey's shake up, Mid Summer's Night Drag. I hope everyone can hold their own fun memories of him in their heart. Rest is peace, Mr. Sullivan.
Matthew Gillette
September 26, 2025
Bill was a great neighbor. When my wife and I moved in 8 years ago Bill and Penny both made a point of saying hello. I loved catching him out on the porch and talking about whatever. He was such a likeable guy that my shy dog would try and follow him into the house. Bill always put a smile on my face and I'm going to miss talking to him.
Fran Leta
September 26, 2025
Bill touched so many lives especially those of his many, many students. Personally, I shall remember him as a kind and caring person and as a very special colleague. To Penny and his family, I send my deepest condolences. Fran B. Leta
Mae
September 26, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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