James Thomas Sullivan

Jim Sullivan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 surrounded by friends and family. He will be lovingly remembered by his son, James P. Sullivan, of Calgary; daughter Shaun Sullivan, of Montreal; Sister Maria (Derek) Mottram;of England niece Philippa (Nicola); of Whales, a large extended family of Ken and Marlene (deceased) Stowell in the Okanogan Valley and his many friends. He was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Elaine Sullivan. Jim was born and raised in Northern Ireland and then emmigrated to Canada in his early twenties. He enjoyed a long career in the in the oil industry which afforded him the opportunity to travel throughout much of the world. With his love of sports and proclivity for bringing people together he was a founding member of the Calgary Canadian Irish Athletic Club. His charm and an easy warm wit allowed him to make friends easily and he fostered many lifelong friendships. He had a way about him, of taking his experiences with people and places near and far and weaving them into beguiling stories steeped in humour. In the last few years, graced with willingness and courage, he was able to make profound changes in his life. With this strength of spirit he enjoyed the deep love and fellowship of family and friends until the last moments he spent with us. This loyal friend and gentle man will be remembered long and well by all who knew him. We will do him proud by enjoying the moments, having fun, telling a good story and looking at the funny side of things. He would like that. Private Family Services will be held for Jim at a later date. In lieu of flowers or greeting cards please make donations to Rosedale Hospice through Hospice Calgary (1245 – 70 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2X8) Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family at www.piersons.ca.

Funeral Home:

Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel

4121 – 17 Avenue SE

Calgary, AB

CA T2A 0T1