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Obituary for Patrick Joseph "P.J." Sullivan Sr.

Patrick Joseph "P.J." Sullivan Sr.
Patrick Joseph “PJ” Sullivan, Sr. of Marlborough, the beloved husband of Christine (Witwicki) Sullivan, died September 6th, 2016. Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late Charles and Katherine Sullivan. PJ grew up in Hartford, graduated from Bulkeley High and then entered the Marine Corps in 1967, serving 4 years. Here he served honorably in the Vietnam War, earning 3 Purple Hearts. After completing his time in the service, PJ became a police officer with the Hartford Police Department. He served here with many commendations for 38 years, until his retirement in April as Badge #1. PJ was a Hartford Elks #19 member for 35 years and served as a trustee. He was a diehard New York Yankee fan and political commentator. A loving father, PJ is survived by his daughters Kim Sullivan West of West Hartford, Kelly Allan and husband Robert of South Windsor, his son Patrick Sullivan and wife Siobhan of Glastonbury, stepdaughters Melissa Russell and husband Robert of Burlington, and Kimberly Rethis of Newington; 11 grandsons and 1 granddaughter. He also leaves behind his best friend and partner in crime, brother, Kevin Sullivan of Wethersfield, brothers Mike Sullivan and wife Tina of Georgia, Tom Sullivan and wife Carol of Indiana. He was predeceased by his beloved sister Marjorie Anthony and brother Charles Sullivan. He also leaves behind sister-in-law Elizabeth Kiszka, brother-in-law Will Witwicki and his wife Cindy, as well as many loved nieces and nephews.He will be missed by his dog Charlie and many great friends he leaves behind in the Elks “Irish Corner.” Special thanks to his caretakers Maggie, Tammy, and Auggie.
Friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, Monday September 12, 2016 at the Farley-Sullivan Funeral Home, 34 Beaver Rd, Wethersfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00am, Tuesday September 13, 2016 in Saint Augustine Church, 10 Campfield Ave., Hartford. All attendees are asked to go directly to church. Burial will follow in Marlborough Cemetery, School St, Marlborough. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, PO BOX 758516 Topeka, KS 66675 or charity of donor’s choice. To extend online condolences, or for further information, please visit Farleysullivan.com.
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