Gary Sullivan
April 01, 2019
Gary Sullivan, age 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, April 1, 2019.
Gary was born September 19, 1942 in Des Moines, Iowa to Patrick and Bernice (Williams) Sullivan. He retired from Firestone after 32 years of service. Gary was a hardworking man who was loved dearly by his family. In his free time, he enjoyed playing golf and woodworking.
He is survived by his wife, Kathy; children, Brenda, Sheila (Scott), Patrick, Shannon and John; grandchildren, Michael, Brandon, Gary III, Mindy, Melanie, Dawn, Taylor, Bailey, Brittany, Angelina, Scott and Shane; great-grandchildren, Shianne, AJ, Jordan, Brandon, Landon, Cooper, Jayden, Dominic, Maddy, Mason, Kristian, Caelin, Camryn, Truthann and Kenzleigh; great-great-grandson, Mason; and many other extended family and friends. He is also survived by his beloved dogs, Missy and Brinkly.
Gary was preceded in death by his sons, Gary Jr. and Timmy. He was also preceded in death by his dog, Sparky.
Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by funeral service at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, April 6, 2019 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Cremation will follow the services.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Richard Jewett
04/05/2019
Dear Mrs. Sullivan,
My sincerest condolences to you and your family regarding the death of your husband, Gary.
Gary and I worked many years together in the Firestone warehouse--in fact we retired on the same day way back in 2001.
Working with him was one of the my most enjoyable experiences there. We had many talks about
your cabin on the lake and his son the artist. As shift steward I could always count on Gary
for input and back-up during stressful encounters with our supervisors.
Know, I will miss him very much.
Sincerely
Richard Jewett
Linda Nccaughey
04/05/2019
My sincerest regards to the Sullivan family. God Bless You All
Melanie Sullivan
04/03/2019
Grandpa I thank you and Grandma for creating such a loving family with an unbreakable bond.You will be missed so much...I know you are in heaven reunited with your Loved ones & God and that you will always be our Guardian Angel.You will forever be in our hearts and here in Spirit.Me and your Great Grand kids love you soooo much.
Crystal Elizabeth
04/03/2019
My deepest condolences to the His whole Family. Gary was a Wonderful & Handsome man. He was always so nice to me and made me feel welcomed. Kathy Im sorry for the loss of your love. I know he will always be with you in spirit and in your heart.
Rest easy Gary??
Robin Mead
04/03/2019
Words can not mend your broken hearts but I hope you all can take comfort knowing how fondly he will be remembered by so many. My life was blessed because I knew him.
Thoughts & prayers for each of you ...
Joel miller
04/02/2019
im sorry for your loss brenda he is in a good place now