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Joseph Sullivan Obituary
Born in Lowell, Mass., on March 7, 1951, he was the son of the late Genevieve (Bancroft) Sullivan and Joseph E. Sullivan Jr.
He graduated from Immaculate Conception Grammar School, Lowell, Mass., Xavier High School, Concord, Mass., and attended St. Anselm College.
After working in the family business, Sullivan Brothers Printers, one of the country's largest sports printing firms, he began a lengthy career in the parimutuel racing industry at Rockingham Park in Salem and later went on to manage Foxboro Raceway. In addition, he was the longtime owner and operator of Hinsdale Greyhound Park. However, he found his true calling in recent years through his work as a direct support provider with Chesco, Inc., which provides services to those with disabilities. He cared deeply about every one of his clients and had recently been nominated for direct support person of the year for the Monadnock Region.
Never without a good cigar in hand, he was a gracious host, a history buff, and a keen observer of sports and politics who will be missed by many.
Family members include his wife of nearly 45 years, Virginia (Gaffey) Sullivan; his two daughters, Meghan (Patrick Belica) of Washington, D.C., and Briana (Alex Radetsky) of New York, N.Y.; three grandchildren whom he adored, Harold Belica, Mabel Radetsky and Margaret Belica; two sisters, Mary Anna Sullivan (Joel Epstein) of Lowell, Mass., and Ellen Sullivan (Jim McClutchy) of Plum Island, Mass.; two nieces, Alix Epstein (Carter) and Kate Epstein (Sarah Raab); and one nephew, Mike Epstein (Elizabeth Pisarik).
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SERVICES: Calling hours are Friday, Nov. 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. in Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel, 44 Maple Ave., Keene.
A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m. from St. Bernard's Church, Parish of the Holy Spirit, 185 Main St., Keene. Burial will take place later.
Memorial donations may be made to Chesco, Inc., P.O. Box 561, Keene, N.H. 03431.
Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Jimmy Pollard
November 21, 2019
I was saddened to learn of Joe's passing today and want to pass on my condolences to his family.
Joe was a year ahead of me at Xavier and showed me the ropes as a freshman. For a couple of years we waited at the bus stop together for the ride to Concord, swapping stories, talking Red Sox and all things Belvidere.
Before that, lots of memories playing baseball in the Summit Street backyard.
Unfortunately our paths never crossed again after Xavier but I remember him now as a good friend, a great guy and lots of childhood and teenage good times shared.
Rest in peace, "Joey."
Charlie Sherman
November 21, 2019
Very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I have great memories of visiting Hinsdale during my years at WMUR and Joe always rolling out the red carpet for us. Just a great guy and a real sportsman. Sorry I lost touch with Joe as he was so interesting to talk sports and politics with. My sympathies to the family.
John Crane
November 17, 2019
Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Nothing but great memories of the Xavier High School days, visiting your home and always gracious family, and carousing the Belvedere neighborhood. Joe was truly a good friend. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Mike Bowie
November 16, 2019
I met Joe when working with him at DeMoulas on Rt 38. He was a great and enthusiastic friend. He would pick up Ricky Maloney and I in his beautiful blue 62 Chevy convertible and head out. Then life took us all down different roads. Ricky passed away in recent years, now Joe. Good, good memories, my condolences to the entire family. This is sad news. God bless you Joe. Mike
Dennis Scannell
November 15, 2019
Sad to hear the news of Joe's passing...he was a good friend from a great family to grow up with in Lowell....Best to all family members...
Judy Mitchell Carriere
November 15, 2019
Sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. Our thoughts are with you Ginna and family.
November 15, 2019
My deepest condolences to Ellen and the entire Sullivan family.
Elaine Hall
Joe Morris
November 15, 2019
My condolences to Ginna, Megan, Buzz and their families. Rest in Peace to my dear friend and Mentor. You will be missed!
November 15, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to the Sullivan family.
Rebecca and Peter Hallissy
Cape Cod
Philip & Lynne Scannell
November 15, 2019
My goodness... so many memory's of our Days in belvedere... on Summit St. RIP Joe..
November 14, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May your treasured memories of Joseph always fill your heart with love and peace
Suzy PESA
November 14, 2019
Joseph was a good, kind man. He will be dearly missed. Peace and prayers to his family. Suzy Pesa
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