William Sullivan

William Sullivan

January 19, 1943 - September 09, 2019

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William Michael (Mike) Sullivan, was born January 19, 1943 to William J. Sullivan and Thelma I. Sullivan.  William was a member of St. Christopher Catholic Church in Speedway, Indiana.  William actively served in the United States Air Force (1960-1964) and was honorably discharged from the 70th Field Maintenance Squadron (SAC).  William was employed as an Air Traffic Controller in Indianapolis, IN; Flight Instructor and Aircraft Mechanic at Brown Flying School in Terre Haute, Indiana; Air Traffic Instructor in Oklahoma City, OK at ATC Academy.

William enjoyed cooking and grilling out, going to the beach, scuba diving, airplanes, model airplanes, watching grandchildren and seeing their games and activities.

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother will be greatly missed.  His 76 years were filled with love, adventures, and making memories with his family.  While he struggled the last four years, 8 months, 6 days in his journey with pancreatic cancer, he was able to see and do so much – trips to Florida, weddings, births of a grandchild and great-grandchildren, family cookouts, Disney World, Las Vegas for his 50th  wedding anniversary, the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, watching college football, and many other memories we hold close to our hearts.  He didn't let his cancer diagnosis define him or limit him.  He was a pillar of strength and lived his life courageously and fully as a devout Catholic.

William departed this earthly life on September 09, 2019.  He leaves to cherish his memory, wife, Connie Sue Sullivan; son, Stephen (Jessica) Sullivan; daughters, Stefanie (Jeff) Trammell and Stacy (JC) Sullivan Carroll; brother, Joseph (Debbie) Sullivan; and sisters, Mary Kaye Fitzgerald and Carolyn(Martin) Sedlacko; grandchildren, Melanie(Nick) Obermeyer, Brett and Cassie Trammell, Kiley and Garrett Sullivan, and Griffin and Everett Carroll; great-grandchildren, Macklan and Kipton Obermeyer.

Memorial Contributions may be contributed to:

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network 

1500 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

https://www.pancan.org/

or

St. Christopher Catholic Parish

5301 W. 16th Street

Speedway, Indiana 46224

http://www.saintchristopherparish.org/

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Stefanie Trammell
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Connie Cothern
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Connie, Steve, and Family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I would like to offer you and your family our deepest and most sincere condolences. When a person departs from this earth, they never truly leave, for they are still alive in our hearts, and through us they live on. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
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Laurie Trevino
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Dear Connie, I remember how much fun it was to go scuba diving with Mike in Florida. He was so encouraging to me as I did not have much experience. I could tell how much he loved it. It was such a great time. Every time I saw Mike he always had a smile and a hello for me no matter how he was feeling. His smile lit up his whole face and it never failed to lift me up. I am so sorry for all that Mike went through. He was lucky to have you by his side. Love, Laurie
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Bryan/Heather Sullivan
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Our deepest condolences to Connie and the entire Sullivan family. Mike will be greatly missed. We love you all.
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Gayle Beyers Webb
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Connie and family- I was saddened to learn about Mike’s passing. My prayers are with you all. May your memories carry you through the tough times. Looking at the photos was an awesome glimpse of a life well-lived by a wonderful man. I have fond memories of babysitting for Stefanie when she was young and how we loved to do word-searches. I have a vague memory of some booze bottles that were somehow watered down?! I remember Indy 500 time-trial weekends overnight at your house and a great deal of patience on your and Mike’s part. Prayers for comfort and peace knowing Mike is no longer in pain and is looking after us all. Gayle Beyers Webb
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Faye Sanders
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My condolence to the family. The loss of a loved on is never easy. May our loving God continue to strengthen you as remember that is is possible to see William again. Gods Word the Bible at John 5:28, 29 says that there is going to be a resurrection. With this promise, it is possible for you to see him again because we know that it is impossible for God to lie.Usually at some point in time after the funeral when family members and friends are gone, we find ourselves all alone to deal with our grief. But please be assured that you are not alone. The best Friend a bereaved person can have is our creator, Jehovah God. We are encouraged at 1 Peter 5:7 to pour out our heart to him in prayer because "he cares for you." Moreover, he promises that all who do so will have their thoughts and feelings soothed by "the peace of God that surpasses all understanding." ( Philippians 4:6, 7) May all of the many wonderful memories that William your loved one provided comfort you during this most difficult time.

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