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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
SULLIVAN, Brian Dennis Joseph - was born in Montreal and grew up in the Irish district of Griffintown. Brian, or "Sully," was a one-of-a kind guy with a magnetic personality that drew people to him, and he loved entertaining everyone with his many stories.
On October 8, 1959, at the age of 17, Brian joined the Navy for one term of service. That term turned into 29 years in the regular Navy and, after retirement, nine years with the Naval Reserves. He retired from the service in 1997 as a Petty Officer First Class.
In retirement, Brian and Margaret traveled south to Mesa in the winters where they enjoyed their time in Carriage Manor participating in the varied activities with the many friends they made. During this time, they discovered and enjoyed river cruises, which took them to Europe, Russian, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Brian also was one of the Saskatchewan Roughriders' most ardent and loyal fans.
In more recent years, Brian and Margaret moved to a condo in Warman where Brian became involved with the condo board and enjoyed playing bridge at the Saskatoon Bridge Club.
Brian is survived by his wife, Margaret; son James (Lisa), and grandsons, Liam, Jake and Luka; son Patrick (Michelle) and granddaughter Maya; sister-in-law Ella (Kevin) Sullivan; sister-in-law Shirley (Bill) Kucher; brother-in-law Neil (Noreen) Sutherland; Carol (McManus) Sullivan, his first wife and the mother of his children; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Merle; brother Kevin; sister-in-law Noreen Sutherland; brother-in-law Bill Kucher; and Brian's second wife Jeanie (Mowat) Sullivan.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society, Kidney Foundation, or the SPCA. A celebration of life will be held from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on 2025-08-25 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 63, 606 Spadina Crescent West, in Saskatoon. (The Saskatoon StarPhoenix 22 Aug 2025)
Ships served in: HMCS QUEBEC - as a Sea Cadet CFS ALERT HMCS SHEARWATER // VU32 CFS GANDER HMS AUROX (Temporary Duty) CFB KINGSTON CFB BORDEN FLEET MAINTENANCE GROUP (Pacific) CFRC SASKATOON CFB MOOSE JAW USN EXCHANGE (Pensacola Florida)
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