Rev. Milton L. Sullivan Sr.

Rev. Milton Leon Sullivan Sr., age 78, native of Jonesboro, journeyed to his heavenly home on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Dale, Ind.

Milton was born, to Willie D. and Willie Mae Sullivan, and husband to Addie M Forney. As a proud graduate of Brooker T. Washington High School, Milton was known as the first Black basketball athlete at Arkansas State University, breaking barriers in 1964.

He later worked as a dedicated car salesman for more than 30 years and was a faithful and active member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Milton was respected by many for his warm personality and smile, sharp wit, and unwavering love for his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Addie M. Sullivan; his brothers, Billy G. Williams and Fredrick Donnell Sullivan; and his son, Lance Sullivan.

Milton leaves to cherish his memory seven children: Eilea Douthet of Southaven, Miss.; Steven (Michelle) Kennedy of Scott, Ark.; Sereatha (Sean) Clarke of Bixby, Okla.; Jennifer Sullivan of Columbia, Mo.; Milton Sullivan Jr. of Scott; Cornelius (Rosalyn) Sullivan of Memphis; and Willie Sullivan of Atlanta.

He is also survived by three siblings: Ronnie (Avelia) Sullivan of Litchfield Park, Ariz.; Tony Sullivan of Sherwood; and Doris Rogers of Memphis.

Milton's legacy continues through his nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

Services will be private with a Celebration of Life on Dec. 6, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2816 Creek Drive in Jonesboro.