Obituaries
Robert H. Sullivan, 88
March 30, 2020
Robert H. Sullivan, 88, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2020 in Lancaster, PA.
Born in Providence, RI, he was the youngest son of the late Anthony and Ethel Sullivan. He graduated from the University of Rhode Island where he met his beloved wife of 65 years, Barbara. Following his military service as a Captain in the US Army, he entered into the business world and founded his company SULL-A-FORMS in Lancaster, PA.
Bob was a life-long Catholic, serving as a parish minister in Lancaster at St. Anthony of Padua, St. Philip The Apostle, and St. Mary’s as a lector, usher and Extraordinary Minister.
He loved his family, loved God, and enjoyed following the Phillies, Eagles, and 76ers. “Sully” was a long-time member of Meadia Heights Golf Club and the Lancaster Elks Club, where he enjoyed shooting pool.
Bob is survived by his wife Barbara and his five children: Linda married to Calvin Simpson, Erie ,PA; Ann married to David Biron, Canton, GA; Kathy married to Daryl Keener, Lancaster, PA; Bobbi Sullivan, Dallas, TX; and Tim married to Hey Suk, Asan City, South Korea. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, John F. Sullivan.
Our family would like to thank the wonderful nurses and doctors at LGH and everyone at the Willow Valley Communities for taking great care of Sully.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lancaster at a later time, for which an announcement will be published. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Bob’s memory to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster and Water Street Mission, 210 S. Prince St., Lancaster.
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Condolences to the Family
April 30, 2020
To all the Sullivans: our deepest condolences from Ginny & Shirley o/b/o the Swett Family, going back to the 1950’s in Easton PA & Phillipsburg NJ-thanks Barbara, for calling us..so many memories over the years–golf, yard sales, family visits and of course Monopoly; Mom and Dad treaured your friendship, as do we..please accept our prayers and virtual hugs to comfort you all..Love,Ginny
April 12, 2020
Dear Sullivan Family, So saddened by the news of your loss! Holding you all in our hearts and lifting you up in loving prayers for comfort! May he rest in love!
Tammy Devine Palmer
April 10, 2020
Dear Barbara and family, I was so sad to hear of Bob’s passing. Sitting in the pew behind Bob and Barb at St. Mary’s Saturday evening Mass became a routine practice for us. And Bob thanking me for saving the pew for them…we sat in the 1st and 2nd pews on the side aisle which were almost always open! But I would play along and respond that it was tough, I had to fight people off with clubs to do so!….and we would just smile to each other and he’d take his seat. And the genuine care and concern shown by both of them when they would ask me if I was okay, if I had not attended that specific service for a week or two, when I returned….this always meant a lot to me. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I sincerely hope that knowing that this kind man is now at peace with God will bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Angie Leed
April 07, 2020
Dear Barbara and entire Sullivan family–You have all had to accept a great loss. I have many great memories of our years as neighbors in Eden Manor and of social events at Meadia Heights. I know Bob is at Peace in the loving arms of our God and I send you my warmest thoughts of sympathy and deepest prayers of comfort. Julie Bender
April 06, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss of Bob. Carl has many fond memories of golfing with Bob at Meadia Heights Golf Club. One memory was on the 15 Th hole when Bob’s belt broke and he borrowed mine for the remainder of the round. Bob was always fun to golf with and was always a gentlemen. It was always a pleasure golfing with someone else who did not use foul language on the golf course. Barbara, we will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers
Carl and Barbara Becker
April 06, 2020
Dear Barbara and the entire Sullivan family,
Our deepest sympathy, prayers, and thoughts go out to you as we learn of Bob’s passing. What a wonderful man with a terrific sense of humor and cheerful outlook on life. His joy was such a blessing to be around and I especially cherish the Elks Club pool league nights and Saturday mornings pick up games that Bob was a part of. May God prepare a special place in His heavenly kingdom for Bob and my our Lord be especially close to you in your time of need. God Bless.
Mark & Carm Raubenstine
April 06, 2020
Dear Mrs. Sullivan, Ann and the entire Sullivan Family,
Please accept the Elias Families deepest sympathy, prayers, thoughts and love. Your parents have always kept a special place in our heart and life….from our school age sleepovers to now. I have always been drawn to their deep faith and love, that radiated from deep within. I loved talking with them…even recently, when I would see them at Willow Valley.
Your family is very special….and know our prayers and love are with you.
Mary Ann, Norm and Agnes Elias
April 06, 2020
Dear Sullivan Family, I certainly cannot not put my feelings into words the on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I enjoyed discussing, Sports, Business, and Listening to his stories about his family and how proud he was of all of you. I had a High School teacher that wrote in my yearbook, ” You have one Life to Live, Live it right and once is enough”. Certainly Mr. Sullivan is one of the best examples of that quote that I have ever met. Best Wishes,
Jeff Sweigart
April 05, 2020
Dear Mrs Simpson, Amy, and family: I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you during this dificult time. Heidi Kristen Schoenberger Crawford
April 05, 2020
Dear Sullivan Family,
Sorry for the loss of your Dad and his big smile. Your parents were at our wedding. I may have seen them again at St. Phillips. What a good life he had with your family. Remembering the good times in Eden Manor & SAS with you.
Prayers & hugs,
Diane Raubenstine Mowrer
April 05, 2020
Dear Kathy,
Although at a distance, the love and support of your mom, brothers, sisters, extended family, friends and customers surround you. Many blessings to you and yours. Marti & Allan
April 05, 2020
Sully will surely be missed for playing pool on Monday nights. He was a gentleman and always found time to greet people throughout the evenings there at the Elks. We love you Sully, Rest In Peace.
Doug Charles
April 05, 2020
Dear Sullvan Family
Chet & I send our deepest sympathy to all of you. It was a pleasure working for you & your family. Have been keeping your mother in my prayers for many years now. May God be with all of you at this time.
Jackie & Chet Wertz
April 05, 2020
Mr. Sullivan you were always so nice. You and Mrs. Sullivan always treated me like family ❤️ 😇 and I will miss my 💓💔 hugs when I saw you . You will be missed but not forgotten , love you always. R.I.P.
Kathy Garland
April 05, 2020
Wonderful memories of Bob and his beautiful family. Barbara and children, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marie Haney
April 05, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to all of your family. Eric and Linda McCauley Steffy
April 04, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Charlene and Kirk Urey
April 03, 2020
Barbara, Linda, Ann, Kathy, Tim and Bobbie: you are each Bob’s legacy, his joy, his pride, his heart! I know you will find the strength of faith he demonstrated as you support each other in this new transition. God bless you all, comfort you, and bring you His peace.
Barbara Achtermann
April 03, 2020
Bob, as a fellow brother in Christ, I was always so blessed to serve mass with you. Every time I asked you to fill in, I always saw the face of God in your eyes and your resounding YES! I’ll always cherish your words “let me go see if I can find an alb that fits”! now you can serve our Heavenly Father in Heaven.
Bernie Juba
April 03, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family.
Scott RIneer
April 02, 2020
Bobbi…I am so very sorry for your loss…
Kathy Deering
April 02, 2020
Bobbi, I had never met, or knew your father. If he was anything like you, it would have been an pleasure & an honour.
My condolences to you and your family, Erwin
April 02, 2020
To Bobbi , my most sincere condolences do you and your family on the passing of your father. I don’t want to sound cliché but he’s in a better place now May the good Lord watch over you and the rest of your family during this difficult time and may God bless you.
Richard C Rodriguez
April 02, 2020
Barbara and Family
A wonderful man, husband and father has passed. There are so many fond memories I have that overwhelm my thoughts at this time. The joy of knowing Bob all of my adult life has been a time of friendship and respect.
Rest in Peace to my Friend!
Doug Ritter
April 02, 2020
Dear Bobbi
So sorry for your loss .
Thinking of you – Marilyn and Charlie Arak
April 01, 2020
Lots of Hugs to all my cousins and my Beautiful Aunt Barbara💕
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Vicky Cook Taylor
April 01, 2020
Dear Kathy and family,
So sorry for your loss. He sounds like he was a wonderful man.
You and your family are in our prayers,
Love, Carol Dale
April 01, 2020
So sorry to hear this sad news we love all of you. We pray for your comfort and for peace during this difficult time. We know that he brought your family much joy and the love he had for Barbara will live on in your hearts forever.
John Cook
April 01, 2020
Condolences to all of Bob’s family. He is w/ God to celebrate Easter How amazing will that be
Bernie & Helen Juba
April 01, 2020
Please accept our condolences, with love and prayers, David and Kim Hughes
April 01, 2020
So sorry to hear this. Please be assured of our prayers for all your family during this time. We can only imagine what all of you are suffering — so far away from each other.
In Christ’s peace.
Eileen and John Schubert
April 01, 2020
Kathy,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God bring you comfort and your memories bring you peace.
God bless. The Chapman’s
April 01, 2020
Kathy, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Cherish the memories!
Donna Thompson