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John Sullivan Obituary

Sullivan, John H. Beloved husband of Sheila (nee Halloran); loving father of Sean, and Shannon (Paul) Gentile; beloved son of the late John and Catherine Sullivan; dear son-in-law of the late Michael Halloran, and Marion (Daniel) Curran; fond grandfather of Kahlen, Gianna, and Vinny; dear brother of Daniel (Camille), Maureen (Rob), and the late Cathy Sullivan; loving brother-in-law of Mickey (Diane) Halloran, and the late Daniel Halloran; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Former Bridgeport resident. Funeral Friday 11:45 a.m. from Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st St. (Chicago) to Nativity of Our Lord Church Mass 12:15 p.m. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Visitation Thursday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (312)225-8500 www.colettasonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 4, 2015.

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June 16, 2015

Sheila, my heart goes out to you. Sorry
I could not be there, John was always
a kind and a rue gentlemen. Thomas.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

June 6, 2015

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. John will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 14 JUN, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

Joanne Serio

June 5, 2015

John was one of a kind, I always enjoyed seeing him every week. He will be missed. I am keeping your family in my prayers.

Mary Ferraro-Mongolis

June 4, 2015

I will always remember John as smiling and joking. Rest in peace, cousin.

Nikki Wheeler

June 4, 2015

John was one heck of a guy; one that I'll never forget. He was my favorite person to talk Chicago sports with, and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to work with him. John and the Sullivan family will be in my thoughts and prayers

June 4, 2015

John we have so many memories going back to our children's Pre school days and our moves to Homer. Prayers and hugs to your family. You will be missed my Friend. Give Carmen a hug for me.

Margie Supak

June 4, 2015

John was a good friend of mine. I feel so fortunate to have known him he will be sorely missed. God bless his loving and devoted wife Sheila my prayers are with them and the rest of his family

Theresa Gergits

June 4, 2015

I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Patti Sullivan Prendergast

June 4, 2015

Rest in Peace cousin John.

Denise Heery

June 3, 2015

Tho he will be missed our Lord knew it was time to call him home. Eternal rest grant onto him Lord and let Perpetual Light shine upon him. Rest in peace my friend.

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11:45 a.m.

Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, Ltd.

544 West 31st Street, Chicago, IL 60616

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12:15 p.m.

Nativity of Our Lord Church

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