John Michael Sullivan

John Sullivan
1957 – 2013

John passed away peacefully on February 5th from complications of MS. Born on October 26th 1957, he was the youngest of four children. He grew up in Salt Lake City, and lived there all of his life. He was a proud Teamster, who followed in his fathers footsteps of driving trucks. Like his father, he was one of the best drivers around, with many safety records to back it up. John was a man with a big heart, he often spent time helping those around him without complaint. He was the guy who would give you the shirt off of his back if you needed it.

John loved the outdoors, and would take any chance he could get to drive to the Uintas to spend time outdoors hiking, animal gazing, and with his German Shepherd Kobe. John loved animals, especially German Shepherds. John was also a passionate Dodge man, and had kept the first car he bought a 71 Plymouth Duster which was his pride and joy along with his V10 Dodge truck.

John was preceded in death by his parents John R. Sullivan & Mable S. Sullivan, brothers John C. Sullivan, William H. Sullivan, sister Janette S. Beynon, and nephew Anthony Beynon. John is survived by nephews; Michael (Laura) Schell, Matthew (Carol Curtis) Beynon, and David (Shantel) Sullivan. As well as many great nieces and nephews.

Our family would like to express our thanks, and gratitude, to those who helped with John's care. Dr. Paul Pilgram, The staff of A Helping Hand Home Care, the staff of Willow Wood Care Center, and the staff of Bristol Hospice. There were so many wonderful people who cared for John that naming them all individually would fill a book.

Friends may greet the family at a viewing on Sunday, February 10th from 6 to 8 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Graveside service will be held on Monday, February 11th at 12:00 PM at Midway City Cemetery, Midway.