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Kenneth Sullivan Obituary
Sullivan Sr., Kenneth J. Age 85, Army veteran of WWII. Beloved husband of Lorraine E. (nee Erickson) and the late Lucille (nee Coulombe), loving father of Kenneth J., Jr. (Laura), Gary M. (Carole) and Denise M. (Dan) Ewing, devoted grandfather of Moria, Kenneth III (Anne), Ryan (Carrie), Lori, and Colleen Sullivan and Christa Moreno, great-grandfather of Will, Joseph, Sean, Colin, Christopher and Matthew, fond brother of the late Arthur (late Mary Jean), late Virginia (late Sarge) Hire and the late Dorothy (late Jack Stalley and the late Lou) Meldgin, uncle of many nieces and nephews. Founder of ECS Corporation. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 8 PM at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W) Palos Hills. Funeral Wednesday 10:30 AM, service at the funeral home. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Ronald McDonald House. Express your thoughts and memories in the online Guest Book at www.palosgaidasfh.com. (708) 974-4410 
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for Kenneth Sullivan
Happy Birthday Dad. Strawberry cake and ice cream tonight! Can't you do something about the Sox? Love you lots...
April 23, 2010
Beth Sullivan (on the right)
Beth Sullivan
January 8, 2010
Dear Lorraine and the rest of the Sullivan family,
It is with great sorrow that I write this note. Grandpa Sullivan, I am so sorry I didn't get to say goodbye to you. I have nothing but fond memories of you, from making "Chloe sing and dance", and this one time you took us to this giant park and there were tons of beautiful birds around. I wish that I had a photograph of you to look at, but memory of my family has survived for so long in my mind. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Beth Anne Sullivan (daughter of Gary and Carole Sullivan, and oldest sister of Lori and Colleen Sullivan)
December 31, 2009
Dear Lorraine - We were surprised to
learn that Ken had passed away, and we
are so sorry we were not able to attend
the services. Our thoughts and prayers
are with you at this time.
Sincerely, Caryl & Bob Hendrickson
Tom and Mary Louise
December 30, 2009
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father, Denise. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Kathleen LaMantia-Krapek
December 29, 2009
I am sending my deepest condolences to The Sullivan Family on your great loss of Dad Sullivan. Having known Ken, Jr. and Gary for many years, as well as Ken Sr., through business between ECS and Otis Elevator Compamy in Chicago, IL. (1968 to 1998), it was with great sorrow to learn of Mr. Sulliven's death via the Tribune newspaper yesterday. My husband and I were at our home in Palos Heights, IL. for the holidays with my family and left Tuesday morning 12/29 to return to our home in Avon, CT. so I was unable attend the wake or funeral service. I shared many happy times with The Sullivans at Otis and send my sincerest sympathy at this time of sorrow to the entire family. I will keep Ken Sullivan Sr. in my daily prayers. Mrs. Kathy LaMantia-Krapek
Great Grand-Children
December 28, 2009
John And Mary Sypniewski
December 28, 2009
Deepest Condolences On Your Loss. He Was A Very Good Person To Work For And He Will Be Missed Very Much.
Walt and Pat Ewing
December 28, 2009
We've been thinking about you so much these last few days. Please accept our deepest sympathy and love.
David Gaidas and Family
December 28, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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