January 8th is the birthday of John Vincent Sullivan: son of Jim and Mary Claire: brother of Jim, Mary Fran, Mike, Matt, Anne, Jerry, Margaret and Patty: husband of Nancy: father of Mike, Matt and Maggie: grandfather of Evangeline, Violet and Brandon; nephew, uncle, cousin and friend to so many more.
He died on July 14, 2022 after about 1 1/2 years of treatment for melanoma. In true John fashion, he made his exit so as not to burden anyone. But we all know John was never, ever a burden. He personified love, respect, kindness, compassion and humor. He held all the best characteristics of our family and his departure still grieves us. Thinking of him catching up to Mary Fran in heaven, however, brings about a smile and giggle.
I could write pages about what a good man John was, but instead I'll encourage you all to offer your perspective in the comments here. I'm also including a link to John's obituary where many of his friends and associates have left their kind words. He is admired by all walks of life, and he is loved and missed by all of us.
God bless us and save us and keep us from harm.
Love, Patty
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