Richard Sullivan Sr., 87, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, at Valparaiso Care and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born May 8, 1932, in Tolleston, IN, the son of Loren Sullivan and Vona (Davis) Sullivan.
Richard enjoyed working security for NIPSCO and driving for State Highway and as a taxi driver. He enjoyed spending time with family and grandkids. He also enjoyed yard work, playing games on the computer and spending time outside. Richard loved watching military and western movies and TV shows, especially with John Wayne. Richard loved his dog, “Chinky.”
On July 8, 1953, he married Emma Sullivan, who preceded him in death on Feb. 11, 2007.
He is survived by his daughter, Charlotte (Vincent) Caitlin of La Porte, IN; son, Joseph (Lilly) Sullivan of Hobart, IN; sister, Joyce Dagdus of Nybo, KY; 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Richard was preceded in death by his wife Emma; three sons, Loren Sullivan, Bobby Sullivan, and Bobby Sullivan; and an uncle, Lawrence Sullivan.
A life celebration will be held at noon Friday, Oct. 11, at Lamb’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 600 N. Fail Rd., La Porte, with Pastor Jay Loucks officiating. A reception will follow the memorial service. Cremation has taken place. Haverstock Funeral Home, La Porte, is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to any diabetes foundation.
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