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John Sullivan Obituary

Sullivan, John "Sully" 70 years. Ret. C.P.D. - 12th District. Beloved husband of 33 years to Jan Stankowicz - Sullivan. Devoted father of John T. (C.P.D.) (Mary), late Donald (Dionne), Stacey, Ryan (Arthur) Burns. Dearest stepfather of Ivan Stankowicz. Loving grandfather of Kathleen, Daniel, Michael, Stephanie and Savannah Sullivan, Narva Harris, Luke and Ivy Stankowicz. Cherished son of the late Jack (C.P.D.) (late Susanne Heda) Sullivan. Dear stepson of Harold Heda. Step-brother of the late Lawrence Sullivan, Theodore (Susan) Heda, Jeffery (Susan) Heda, Kenneth (Lisa) Heda. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Longtime Bridgeport resident. Friend to all who knew him. Member of Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge No. 7, Police Survivors Association, Emerald Society of Chicago, Cleveland Pipes and Drums. Visitation Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at the Thomas McInerney's Sons Funeral Home, 4635 South Wallace Street, Chicago, IL. Funeral services Thursday, February 8, 2018, 9:00 a.m. from the funeral home to St. Gabriel Church, 4500 S. Lowe Avenue, Chicago, IL. Mass of the Resurrection 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery - Evergreen Park, IL. (773) 268-0703.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 6, 2018.

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Phil Haskett

January 31, 2025

Another year, and closer to our meet and greet! Blessings brother in Blue!

Phil Haskett CPD

January 31, 2024

Another year has passed and the vivid memories linger! Be safe in the grasp of the Lord!

Phil Haskett Retired CPD Peer Support.

January 31, 2023

Another year closer until we meet again john. The conversation will begin, and much will be shared! Prayers and thoughts for you and yours!

Phil Haskett

January 31, 2022

The pipes are still calling John, and they are heard loud and clear! The drum beat and the piper's piping brings chills to me yet, and probably forever. As for you dear John, you will Never Be Forgotten! Resting in the arms of the Lord!

Phil Haskett Retired CPD

February 8, 2020

Two years have passed and your smile is still with me. Thoughts and prayers forever, and never forgotten!

February 7, 2018

God has given us a life span of 70 and 80 years if we are strong. May you celebrate a life well lived and loved by many. Psalms 90:10

February 7, 2018

Sending my sincere condolences. It is always sad to hear of the loss of person who made a difference in the life of others. My you be filled with his memories. May you be comfort by the God of all comfort.

Patty Clarke ~ Ret. C.P.D. & Emerald Society

February 7, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Sullivan Family. John was such a great guy, always willing to give a helping hand and always ready with his funny quick wit. John was a great friend and I will miss him dearly, as will all who knew him. John L. will never be forgotten. God Bless John and all of you and hold you all in the palm of His hands. R.I.P. John, my Brother in Blue.

Steven Tyler

February 6, 2018

John was an Old School Chicago Cop. Rough and tough on the outside but a Heart of Gold inside. John spent a great deal of his personal time helping many Police Officers who were recovering from serious line of duty injuries. John was as tough as they come but knew how to help when it mattered the most. Thank you Sully for being a part of our lives, with my deepest Respect, Rest In Peace.

Mary Schumacher

February 6, 2018

He was such a great guy. He was always there for my Dad. Thoughts and prayers to Jan and the family.

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Timothy Skrobot

February 6, 2018

We were very young. Our friendship began around 1972, at the basketball courts in Marquette Park. Over the decades, we shared many good times, discussions, breakfasts, and visits. I always thought very highly of him, and am glad that he came my way- John certainly enriched my life.

Jan, you are in my thoughts.

Phl Haskett C.P.D.

February 6, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family and friends on the passing of John. We shared our good times and bad, and support was there whenever needed. He will be missed! Rest easy friend whilst the Pipes are Blowing!

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McInerney Central Chapel

4635 S Wallace St., Chicago, IL 60609

Feb

8

Funeral service

9:00 a.m.

McInerney Central Chapel

4635 S Wallace St., Chicago, IL 60609

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8

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10:00 a.m.

St. Gabriel Church

4500 S. Lowe Avenue, Chicago, IL

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